Job Description

Import Coordinator - Customs Entry Writer

Your Responsibilities

Leading Freight Forwarder / NVOCC/ Customs House Broker/ Tank Container Operator, with locations in 24 countries and over 3300 employees strong, is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Import Customer Service Representative – Customs Entry Writer in our Jersey City, NJ office.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing and submitting customs entries: This involves preparing the necessary documentation and data for US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other government agencies like the FDA, Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), USDA, etc.
Transmission of Customs Entries to U.S. Customs for import shipments
Ensuring compliance: Verify accuracy of documents (commercial invoices and other required shipping document, etc.) and ensure compliance with US Customs regulations.
Coordinating with various parties: Communicate and coordinate with both internal and external customers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs officials and other agencies to ensure smooth clearance of goods
Problem-solving: Resolve documentation discrepancies, Customs exams, FDA holds, or other issues related to Customs clearance.
Receiving, reviewing, and processing import documentation for an assigned base of accounts
Preparing daily activities including: preparing delivery orders and communicate to trucker and customer the coordinate all involved parries for the pickup and delivery of cargo, filing ISF (Importer Security Filing), answering emails
Processing documents through internal systems and interfaces, providing updates and communicating to both internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant transactions
Research and verify key entry transaction records by tracing HBLs, commercial invoices, and other required documentation to determine record availability and support accurate processing.
Corresponding with overseas agents and clients
Working with steamship lines/airlines/trucking companies to obtain quotations and handle the movement of freight
Developing and maintaining excellent customer service to internal and external customers
Preparing quotations
Handling the files from A to Z
Responsible for ensuring legal compliance, provide import guidance and control within government rules and regulations.

Your Profile

Qualifications:

Minimum 2- 4 years of experience in Import Customs Clearance operations
Knowledge of current and historical Customs regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule, and related directives of government agencies (including but not limited to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Agriculture Department (USDA) is a plus)
Be able to work independently, multi-task, be a team player and work in a fast-paced environment
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Have computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Access
Experience with the handling of hazardous materials a plus

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate is a proactive logistics professional who thrives in a customer-focused environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is committed to delivering high-quality service while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.

We offer

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)

• 401(k) with company match

• Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability

• Paid Holidays plus PTO and Sick Leave

• Voluntary Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

• Employee Discounts

Salary range: $55,000 to $63,000

When applying, the candidate should include salary requirement.

Background check required.

Only those considered for the position will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

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Beverages

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Sports Offers

Development

Extra vacation day on birthday

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Daniela Pineda

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About LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG

The Leschaco Group is an independent and global service provider for integrated logistics solutions offering sea and air freight, contract logistics, tank container and innovative LLP & 4PL Solutions as well as local services.

The company was founded as Lexzau, Scharbau in Hamburg in 1879. In 1992, Jörg Conrad became the owner and active managing director of the international Leschaco Group. Since 2021, Constantin Conrad and Charlotte Palermo have been part-owners of the Leschaco Group. Following the passing of Jörg Conrad in October 2022, Constantin Conrad assumed the role of CEO.

Today, Leschaco is active in more than 24 countries around the world with its own subsidiaries and a close network of selected agencies. Based in Bremen, the Leschaco Group employs a total of around four thousand people and generates an annual gross turnover of one billion euros.

The company offers a comprehensive range of logistics services, such as sea and air freight, contract logistics, tank container and innovative LLP & 4PL Solutions as well as local services. It serves leading industries and global players and is specialized in dangerous goods and chemicals as well as pharmaceuticals, automotive, plant construction, mechanical engineering and consumer goods. It offers customized supply chain solutions with economically efficient, ecologically responsible, and high-quality business solutions from a single source to meet customer needs anytime, anywhere.

Impressum: https://www.leschaco.com/index.php?id=72&L=5

Industry

Transportation & Logistics

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Bremen, DE

Year Founded

1879

Website

leschaco.com

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