Entry Writer

Mid-America Overseas • Itasca, IL

25d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Entry Writer processes U.S. Customs entries in accordance with U.S. Customs and other government agency guidelines and coordinates air and ocean freight forwarding for international shipments from door to door. The role maintains customer account information, including contacts, special instructions, and other specific or revised requirements. It also negotiates carrier rates, prepares and submits quotations to prospective accounts, provides daily performance reporting to local management, and delivers excellent customer service. The position works directly with customs, other government agencies, carriers, customers, vendors, and other parties involved in the export process.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in entry writing and the freight forwarding industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

• Customs House Broker License is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of Cargowise Software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process U.S. Customs entries in accordance with U.S. Customs and other government agency guidelines.
• Coordinate air and ocean freight forwarding for international shipments from door to door.
• Maintain account information according to client requirements, including contact changes, special instructions, and other additional or revised requirements.
• Negotiate rates with carriers.
• Prepare and submit quotations to prospective accounts daily.
• Provide daily interactions and departmental performance reporting to local management.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Work directly with customs, other government agencies, carriers, customers, vendors, and other parties concerning the export process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed