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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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USA's Number 1 Freight Forwarding Headhunter

CUSTOMS ENTRY WRITER – NEW JERSEY

Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000 (DOE) + annual bonus + incentive plan

Benefits: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, federal holidays, and life insurance

Location: On-site, New Jersey (hybrid eligibility after 90 days)

Industry: International Freight Forwarding | Customs Brokerage | Global Logistics

Overview

A global freight forwarder is seeking a Customs Entry Writer to manage import documentation, classifications, and regulatory compliance for air and ocean shipments. The successful candidate will join a high-performing customs brokerage team and gain hybrid flexibility after the initial on-site training period.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and transmit import entries in ACE and ABI for all transport modes.
• Accurately classify goods under HTSUS and ensure valuation and duty assessment compliance.
• Coordinate with importers, carriers, and CBP to resolve holds, exams, and documentation issues.
• Process PGA filings (FDA, USDA, EPA, Fish & Wildlife) and maintain complete entry documentation.
• Ensure all procedures comply with 19 CFR, CBP regulations, and internal SOPs.
• Collaborate with operations and account management to ensure timely clearance and billing accuracy.
• Support post-entry amendments, audits, and compliance improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of U.S. import customs experience within a licensed freight forwarder or customs broker.
• Strong knowledge of HTS classification, PGA requirements, and customs entry processes.
• Experience using CargoWise, Descartes, or similar customs systems.
• High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and consistent compliance record.
• Stable work history within the freight forwarding or logistics industry.

Why Join

• Competitive base salary, performance incentives, and full U.S. benefits package.
• Global forwarder with strong compliance infrastructure and career progression opportunities.
• On-site training with hybrid flexibility after 90 days based on performance.
• Supportive brokerage team and established New Jersey operation.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Supply Chain

Industries

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