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Recooty

Entry Writer /Import Brokerage

Recooty, Itasca, Illinois, United States, 60143

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Job Responsibilities

Prepare for ISF 10+2 filings and notify customers/agents the same day and follow up until BOL match is achieved.

Examine invoices, BOL and other shipping documents at the time receipt for completeness to ensure accurate and timely data entry submission to customs.

Managing the process from A‑Z

Previous experience with weight and conversion

Process entries for clearance of goods into the United States.

Classify based on the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Ensure compliance with U.S. Government regulatory agencies such as RLF, FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, etc.

Utilize ACE for entry summaries.

Monitor and coordinate movement details with warehouse CFS, trucker, carriers, and rail to customers to ensure cargo delivery in a timely manner.

Pay pier pass & CFS charges as needed for customers.

Prepare documents for T.I.B. and Overtime entry to Customs for clearance.

Create client billing and handle accounting processes accurately in a timely manner.

Make sure any files that can be posted are done right away.

Monitor exam containers (FCL/LCL) and any problem container need to resolve within 30 minutes or at least a week and updated customer's status and informed trucker.

Process ISO in a timely manner.

Maintain teamwork in the department; promote positive work attitudes and practices while being primarily responsible for major customers’ transaction via airfreight and sea freight.

Prioritize, organize and complete tasks in a timely manner

Customs clearance of air and ocean shipments— 5 days prior to arrival or w/I 24 hours of receipt

Issuance of delivery orders – w/I same day of entry processing

Billing – accurate and timely – Billed same day sent w/I 48 hours

OGA (especially FDA) processing – 5 days prior to arrival or w/I 24 hours of receipt

Freight Release – before vessel arrival or w/I 24 hours of receipt. (obl&$)

Determine proper, legal duty rates

Continued work improvement and continuous education of import processes, CBP and OGA Regulations

Interface with Customs and other government agencies.

Assist with the creation of client SOPs

Ensure maximum customer service satisfaction through interaction with clients and other company business units

Ensure compliance of CHB/CBP and OGA policies, procedures and regulations.

Ensure compliance of YLA’s policies and procedures

Communicate effectively with Supervisors, Management, colleagues, Internal and external customers.

Participate and maintain teamwork and a friendly work environment

Recommend solutions to simplify and expedite cargo flow

Staff backup

Assist with training and education of fellow staff, customers and other biz units

Increase profit – Cargo insurance, "best in class service", profit mark-up, etc

Demurrage - Zero tolerance – “Mind Set”

Monitor workload and file distribution

Will be Cross Trained

Skills Required High School Diploma, plus 3-5 years’ experience and/or training as an entry writer or in customs broker operation and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be teachable and eager to learn.

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