Customs Entry Writer
About The Position
SEKO Logistics is seeking a Customs Entry Writer to support customs brokerage and shipment operations. The role follows company procedures and client-specific standard operating procedures; monitors inbound shipments; reviews and annotates commercial documentation; resolves issues that could delay entry or release; and prepares and transmits customs and Partner Government Agency (PGA) entries electronically. It also coordinates the release and delivery of goods, responds to communications, maintains entry documentation, and completes invoicing. The position contributes to a safe and healthy workplace by following safety procedures and cooperating with management on safety obligations. Other duties may be assigned by management. The offered base salary range is $25–$36 USD per hour, and the role is eligible for an annual incentive bonus. SEKO describes a benefits package that includes health and welfare coverage, leave benefits, and a contributory 401(k) savings plan; eligibility requirements apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3–5 years of prior customs brokerage experience.
- Attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills, including responding promptly and professionally to customer needs and service requests.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic using U.S. currency and weight, volume, and distance measurements.
- Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine correspondence.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong data entry skills, approximately 45 WPM or better.
- Basic skills with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Customs Broker License.
Responsibilities
- Follow company procedures and client-specific desk-level Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor and track inbound shipments.
- Review commercial documentation for accuracy and annotate it for entry purposes.
- Review and resolve anomalies or other issues that may prevent timely entry or release of goods, coordinating with internal and external parties.
- Prepare and electronically transmit CBP and PGA entries and transmissions.
- Coordinate the release of goods from CBP or PGA, including holds and examinations.
- Issue freight availability notices or delivery orders and coordinate delivery of goods.
- Respond to communications from internal and external parties in a timely manner.
- Scan, upload, and archive entry-related documentation.
- Prepare and complete invoicing.
- Participate in developing a safe and healthy workplace, follow safety instructions and procedures, and cooperate with management in meeting legislative obligations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Commuter Account (Illinois only)
- Flexible Spending Account, including health care and dependent care accounts
- Group accident coverage
- Critical illness and hospital indemnity program
- Life insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage
- Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources, including Employee Assistance Program
- Paid holidays
- Annual paid time off, including paid state/local leave where required
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Other leave, including bereavement, FMLA, ADA, jury duty, military, parental, and adoption leave
- Contributory 401(k) savings plan
- Annual incentive bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
