Customs Entry Writer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Customs Entry Writer with 5+ years of customs entry writing experience in both air and ocean entries. Candidate is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service while having fun at work.

About Us

Phoenix International is a privately-owned global logistics company with U.S. locations in the greater Chicago and Los Angeles areas. Our company focuses on providing quality freight forwarding as well as providing services in international freight, freight procurement, global supply chain planning, contract logistics and solution design, and cross border eCommerce. We are guided by our core values of experience, innovation, trust, and passion. We believe that these values, and a belief in a collaborative employee/customer experience, are what make us unique.

Why Work with Us?

Excellent opportunities for career growth

Industry competitive earnings

Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, EAP, Disability, Life)

401k after 90 days with 6% match

Positive support-focused culture and strong core values that guide the company's mission

Direct access to leadership

A strong company culture that embraces work/life balance

Job Description

• Handles the overview of classifications provided by clients to ensure they are correct.
• Reviews import documentation to ensure they are complete and compliant.

Ensures workload is prioritized with arrival times into U.S. Port of Entry.

Expedites entries through U.S. Customs.

Submits entry documentation and/or compliance information to CBP on FTZ entries and other partner government agencies (USDA, FDA, FWS, etc.) when required.

Works directly with CBP, PGA, steamship lines, terminal operators, and truckers to resolve any clearance problems at piers and warehouses.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's desired

Minimum 5 years' experience

Domestic rail experience

Experience with entries of general cargo, organic foods, perishables, medical device entries, fish and wildlife, cosmetics, and USDA/APHIS

Professional verbal and written communication skills knowledge and experience

Sound analytical abilities and acute attention to detail required

Proficient in Microsoft office products

Extensive knowledge of CargoWise

Industry

Logistics & Supply Chain

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

$50k - $55k based on multiple factors including but not limited to, years in industry, experience, skillset, etc.