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Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment

Customs Entry Writer Job at Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment in Ch

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment, Chicago, IL, United States, 60290

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Overview

Altius is partnering with a leading freight forwarder to hire a Customs Entry Writer. A detail-focused professional who can process entries accurately while keeping shipments compliant and on schedule.

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

  • Prepare and submit timely and accurate customs entries, including ISF, entry summaries, and other required documentation.
  • Review commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and other shipping documents to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.
  • Classify goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and apply appropriate duty rates.
  • Communicate with clients, carriers, and government agencies to resolve holds, exams, and other clearance issues.
  • Maintain clear, organized records and support the licensed broker with day-to-day compliance tasks.

Qualifications / Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience in customs entry writing, brokerage, or import operations.
  • Strong understanding of HTS classification, ACE/ABI systems, and U.S. import compliance requirements.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing and entering data.
  • Ability to manage multiple entries simultaneously and meet strict filing deadlines.
  • Experience with platforms like CargoWise or Descartes is highly desirable.

Seniority level

  • Entry level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Customer Service and Supply Chain

Industries

  • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Freight and Package Transportation

Benefits inferred from the description

  • Medical insurance
  • 401(k)
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