Mohawk Global
Customs Brokerage Coordinator / Entry Writer
Mohawk Global, Itasca, Illinois, United States, 60143
Customs Brokerage Coordinator / Entry Writer
This role is offered by Mohawk Global. The base pay range is
$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr .
Who We Are Mohawk Global is a 300-person team of logistics and trade specialists dedicated to fulfilling supply chain needs, especially in customs brokerage, transportation, trade compliance, education, and consulting. Our core values are to ENRICH purposefully, to CARE personally, and to DELIVER professionally.
Position Summary The Customs Brokerage Coordinator supports the customs brokerage team by ensuring smooth import operations through accurate and compliant processing of customs entries. The role requires regular interaction with clients, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and internal departments to deliver efficient and reliable service. Success is defined by maintaining accuracy, meeting performance KPIs, and continuously developing expertise in customs brokerage best practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare and process customs entries for inbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations.
Review and verify shipment documentation, including invoices, packing lists, and other required forms.
Maintain communication with clients to provide release updates and address inquiries.
Problem‑solve and coordinate with importers, CBP, PGAs to address shipment holds, exams, and other clearance related issues.
Collaborate with internal departments, including Compliance, Transportation and Operations, to ensure timely resolution of shipment issues and adherence to company standards.
Finalize shipment files with billing details and prepare invoices for customs brokerage services.
Meet established KPIs for accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
Desired Skills/Experience
College degree (Associate or Bachelor) preferred; major/concentration in logistics, supply chain, business, accounting or related field of study.
2 years of customs brokerage experience required.
Working knowledge of CargoWise logistics platform strongly preferred.
Comfortable working with large, complex entries subject to FDA and Section 232.
Self‑motivated, creative thinker with a high level of enthusiasm and desire to exceed customer expectations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Equal Opportunity Employment Mohawk Global is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr .
Who We Are Mohawk Global is a 300-person team of logistics and trade specialists dedicated to fulfilling supply chain needs, especially in customs brokerage, transportation, trade compliance, education, and consulting. Our core values are to ENRICH purposefully, to CARE personally, and to DELIVER professionally.
Position Summary The Customs Brokerage Coordinator supports the customs brokerage team by ensuring smooth import operations through accurate and compliant processing of customs entries. The role requires regular interaction with clients, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and internal departments to deliver efficient and reliable service. Success is defined by maintaining accuracy, meeting performance KPIs, and continuously developing expertise in customs brokerage best practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare and process customs entries for inbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations.
Review and verify shipment documentation, including invoices, packing lists, and other required forms.
Maintain communication with clients to provide release updates and address inquiries.
Problem‑solve and coordinate with importers, CBP, PGAs to address shipment holds, exams, and other clearance related issues.
Collaborate with internal departments, including Compliance, Transportation and Operations, to ensure timely resolution of shipment issues and adherence to company standards.
Finalize shipment files with billing details and prepare invoices for customs brokerage services.
Meet established KPIs for accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
Desired Skills/Experience
College degree (Associate or Bachelor) preferred; major/concentration in logistics, supply chain, business, accounting or related field of study.
2 years of customs brokerage experience required.
Working knowledge of CargoWise logistics platform strongly preferred.
Comfortable working with large, complex entries subject to FDA and Section 232.
Self‑motivated, creative thinker with a high level of enthusiasm and desire to exceed customer expectations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Equal Opportunity Employment Mohawk Global is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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