Rhenus

Global freight, warehousing, logistics provider

Customs Brokerage Entry Writer

Logistics & TransportationUpdated on Nov 14

Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in U.S. customs brokerage, customs entry writing, or a closely related import compliance role is required.
Direct experience preparing and processing U.S. customs entries is required.
Working knowledge of Customs and Border Protection regulations, customs entry documentation, country of origin, importer of record, valuation, tariff classification, and import compliance requirements is required.
The candidate must be able to process entries independently and resolve complex customs or documentation issues with limited supervision.
Experience reviewing commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and other international trade documentation is required.
The candidate must be able to identify documentation discrepancies, troubleshoot entry issues, and communicate with customers and internal teams.
The candidate must be detail-oriented and organized, and able to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and process customs entries in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and internal compliance procedures.
Review commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, arrival notices, and other import documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Verify importer of record, country of origin, valuation, terms of sale, tariff classification, and other entry data before submission.
Research and apply Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications and identify applicable duties, taxes, fees, and trade requirements.
Independently handle complex customs entries and use sound judgment to identify and resolve classification, valuation, documentation, or admissibility issues.
Coordinate with customers, carriers, freight forwarding teams, customs brokers, overseas offices, and internal operations to obtain missing information and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor entry status and shipment releases, identify problem files, and take timely corrective action to prevent delays, storage, or other avoidable costs.
Support compliance with applicable Partner Government Agency requirements and other import regulations, where applicable.
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready entry records and supporting documentation.
Escalate unresolved compliance concerns, documentation discrepancies, or operational risks to management as appropriate.
Provide professional and timely updates to customers and internal stakeholders regarding entry status and customs-related issues.
Work closely with Brokerage and Operations teams to maintain a high level of customer service and operational accuracy.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with customs brokerage or entry software is required or strongly preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish or another language is considered an asset.

What You Can Expect:

Prepare and process customs entries in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and internal compliance procedures.
Review commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, arrival notices, and other import documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Verify importer of record (IOR), country of origin, valuation, terms of sale, tariff classification, and other entry data prior to submission.
Research and apply Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications and identify applicable duties, taxes, fees, and trade requirements.
Independently handle more complex customs entries and use sound judgment to identify and resolve classification, valuation, documentation, or admissibility issues.
Coordinate with customers, carriers, freight forwarding teams, customs brokers, overseas offices, and internal operations to obtain missing information and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor entry status and shipment releases, identify problem files, and take timely corrective action to prevent delays, storage, or other avoidable costs.
Support compliance with applicable Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements and other import regulations, where applicable.
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready entry records and supporting documentation.
Escalate unresolved compliance concerns, documentation discrepancies, or operational risks to management as appropriate.
Provide professional and timely updates to customers and internal stakeholders regarding entry status and customs-related issues.
Work closely with Brokerage and Operations teams to maintain a high level of customer service and operational accuracy.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What You Bring:

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in U.S. customs brokerage, customs entry writing, or a closely related import compliance role.
Practical experience preparing and processing U.S. customs entries; candidates must have direct entry-writing experience.
Strong working knowledge of CBP regulations, customs entry documentation, country of origin, importer of record (IOR), valuation, tariff classification, and import compliance requirements.
Demonstrated ability to process entries independently and resolve more complex customs or documentation issues with limited supervision.
Experience reviewing commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and other international trade documentation.
Ability to identify documentation discrepancies, troubleshoot entry issues, and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with customs brokerage/entry software is required or strongly preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Bilingual English and Spanish or another language is considered an asset.

About the Company

Rhenus

Global freight, warehousing, logistics provider

Rhenus coordinates road, air, and ocean freight, contract logistics, warehousing, and port and inland waterway services from hundreds of locations worldwide to move goods for customers across many industries. By combining multimodal transport with warehousing and value-added services, it offers end-to-end supply chain solutions that include inventory management and distribution. Its global footprint and broad service mix, along with being part of the Rethmann group, lets it deliver integrated logistics with industry-specific expertise. Its goal is to help customers move and manage goods efficiently and reliably worldwide, optimizing supply chains and connecting producers with markets.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Holzwickede, Germany
Founded: 1912

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