Customs Entry Writer

Phoenix International Freight Services, Inc.•Itasca, IL

3d•$50,000 - $58,000

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
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

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's desired

Responsibilities

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.