Conexus Food Solutions

Customs Affairs Specialist

Conexus Food Solutions  •  $50k - $60k/yr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Salary:$50,000 - $60,000
Schedule: 5-Day Work Week
Site Address:6500 W 51st Chicago, IL 60638


Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Conexus Food Solutions, we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What You’ll Do
The entry writer is responsible for facilitating the smooth import of goods for the company.  This position will work closely with suppliers, government agencies and internal teams to prepare and submit accurate Customs documents.  The role plays a crucial part in minimizing delays and ensuring efficient logistics operations.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and submit ISF filings
  • Prepare and submit documentation for Customs and PGA release
  • Coordinate with suppliers and carriers to gather information for clearance
  • Track and monitor entries to ensure timely processing and resolve any issues or delays
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of Customs transactions for audit
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in Customs and PGA regulations and industry practices
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth movement of goods across borders
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues on Customs-related matters
Key Requirements:
  • Minimum Associate degree
  • 2+ years of experience as a Customs entry writer
  • Knowledge of US Customs procedures
  • Knowledge of transportation and logistics operations
  • Knowledge of PGA, specifically FDA/USDA/FWS
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
  • Cargowise experience a plus
  • Authorized to work in US

Conexus Food Solutions

About Conexus Food Solutions

Conexus Food Solutions was founded in 2002 with the vision of empowering our partners and employees through a commitment to quality, service, and authenticity.

Over the last 20 years, Conexus Food Solutions has established itself as a leader in the Asian food market. This has led to growth and expansion into 12 distribution centers in all major metropolitan areas and 2MM+ square feet of processing facilities. Today, the company employs over 900+ employees and serves over 16,000 individual customers across the continental United States.

Throughout its history, Conexus has remained committed to its core values of Integrity, Service, Collaboration, Excellence, and Growth, which has helped to guide its decisions and foster a culture of continuous improvement, high standards, and even higher ambitions. As the company looks to the future, it remains focused on quality, service, and excellence and is excited to continue supplying confidence.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Year Founded
2002
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