Getinge
Customs & Import-Export Specialist (Remote, NJ)
Location: Wayne, NJ, US
Remote Work: 3-4 days at home (hybrid)
Salary Range: $70,000-90,000 per year (including an 8% bonus) depending on experience and location.
With a passion for life
Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life‑saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.
Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.
Job Overview The position will manage import customs clearance processes to execute the daily movement of freight and parcel shipments to our customers and internal network. The role operates in a fast‑paced environment, works closely with third‑party logistics teams for order fulfillment, and handles high‑volume import/export documentation while maintaining accuracy and efficiency standards. The role is responsible for preparing import/export documentation (Customs entry package, SLI, export certificates, export declaration and carrier air waybills) between customers, vendors, forwarders, brokers, and other government agencies.
This position will be remote, however requires in‑person training in New Jersey for the first 2‑4+ weeks.
Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Process customs entries within a 5‑day window of vessel arrival, ensuring customs release and updating file notes (minimum 75 entries monthly).
Process timely ISF no later than 24 hours before vessel departure.
Review documents and assess accuracy, verifying country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations prior to entry submission.
Coordinate exams/sampling, communicate holds, monitor FDA detentions and ensure FDA refusals are handled timely.
Coordinate day‑to‑day execution and tracking of import/export shipments from our distribution center and manufacturing plants.
Process international export outbound orders to maintain KPI’s and customer expectations, prioritize, arrange booking and schedule pickups for export freight shipments.
Process dangerous goods freight and parcel orders according to DOT and IATA regulations.
Review and properly rate commercial invoices to verify classification and/or valuation accuracy.
Follow ACE audit procedures and ensure all import auditing inquiries are handled in a timely manner (prior to duty payment).
Calculate duties and taxes to ensure correct fees are paid to U.S. Customs.
Create internal ACH report and send to Accounts Payable for processing against General Ledger accounts.
Administrative Responsibilities
Maintain all customs documentation in conformance with U.S. Customs record‑retention requirements and manage documents in designated SharePoint folders.
Handle internal billing and prepare weekly reporting for import/export shipments.
Follow up on all import/export parcel exceptions and clearance delays until delivery is confirmed.
Communicate with cross‑functional teams for any import/export requirements or exceptions found in freight documents, ship instructions or physical cargo receipt, and provide ongoing support for internal operations with overseas factories and SSUs.
Post entry summary corrections or updates and apply for refunds when applicable.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry.
Minimum 3 years of brokerage experience working as an entry writer.
Minimum 2 years of experience with USHTS, Schedule B and ECCN classifications.
Minimum 2 years of experience with Partner Governmental Agencies (CBP, FDA, EPA, TSCA).
Knowledge of general freight forwarding terms and standards.
Experience with Dangerous Goods & Hazmat shipment requirements.
Preferred certifications: Certified Export Specialist (CES), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Import Specialist (CIS).
Preferred SAP and GTS system experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment with strong time‑management skills.
Sense of urgency and ability to respond to situations promptly.
Analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong customer‑service skills and ability to build relationships with cross‑functional teams.
Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Supervision/Management Of Others:
The position does not supervise or manage other employees.
Internal and External Contacts/Relationships All levels of employees; External customers and governmental agencies, forwarders, brokers, and vendors.
Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions Exhibits environmental consciousness and safe practices in decisions; uses computer, telephone, and office equipment; may work extended hours during peak business cycles.
About us With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.
Benefits at Getinge
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
401(k) plan with company match
Paid Time Off
Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
Life Insurance
Short and Long‑Term Disability Benefits
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Getinge is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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Remote Work: 3-4 days at home (hybrid)
Salary Range: $70,000-90,000 per year (including an 8% bonus) depending on experience and location.
With a passion for life
Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life‑saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.
Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.
Job Overview The position will manage import customs clearance processes to execute the daily movement of freight and parcel shipments to our customers and internal network. The role operates in a fast‑paced environment, works closely with third‑party logistics teams for order fulfillment, and handles high‑volume import/export documentation while maintaining accuracy and efficiency standards. The role is responsible for preparing import/export documentation (Customs entry package, SLI, export certificates, export declaration and carrier air waybills) between customers, vendors, forwarders, brokers, and other government agencies.
This position will be remote, however requires in‑person training in New Jersey for the first 2‑4+ weeks.
Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Process customs entries within a 5‑day window of vessel arrival, ensuring customs release and updating file notes (minimum 75 entries monthly).
Process timely ISF no later than 24 hours before vessel departure.
Review documents and assess accuracy, verifying country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations prior to entry submission.
Coordinate exams/sampling, communicate holds, monitor FDA detentions and ensure FDA refusals are handled timely.
Coordinate day‑to‑day execution and tracking of import/export shipments from our distribution center and manufacturing plants.
Process international export outbound orders to maintain KPI’s and customer expectations, prioritize, arrange booking and schedule pickups for export freight shipments.
Process dangerous goods freight and parcel orders according to DOT and IATA regulations.
Review and properly rate commercial invoices to verify classification and/or valuation accuracy.
Follow ACE audit procedures and ensure all import auditing inquiries are handled in a timely manner (prior to duty payment).
Calculate duties and taxes to ensure correct fees are paid to U.S. Customs.
Create internal ACH report and send to Accounts Payable for processing against General Ledger accounts.
Administrative Responsibilities
Maintain all customs documentation in conformance with U.S. Customs record‑retention requirements and manage documents in designated SharePoint folders.
Handle internal billing and prepare weekly reporting for import/export shipments.
Follow up on all import/export parcel exceptions and clearance delays until delivery is confirmed.
Communicate with cross‑functional teams for any import/export requirements or exceptions found in freight documents, ship instructions or physical cargo receipt, and provide ongoing support for internal operations with overseas factories and SSUs.
Post entry summary corrections or updates and apply for refunds when applicable.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry.
Minimum 3 years of brokerage experience working as an entry writer.
Minimum 2 years of experience with USHTS, Schedule B and ECCN classifications.
Minimum 2 years of experience with Partner Governmental Agencies (CBP, FDA, EPA, TSCA).
Knowledge of general freight forwarding terms and standards.
Experience with Dangerous Goods & Hazmat shipment requirements.
Preferred certifications: Certified Export Specialist (CES), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Import Specialist (CIS).
Preferred SAP and GTS system experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment with strong time‑management skills.
Sense of urgency and ability to respond to situations promptly.
Analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong customer‑service skills and ability to build relationships with cross‑functional teams.
Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Supervision/Management Of Others:
The position does not supervise or manage other employees.
Internal and External Contacts/Relationships All levels of employees; External customers and governmental agencies, forwarders, brokers, and vendors.
Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions Exhibits environmental consciousness and safe practices in decisions; uses computer, telephone, and office equipment; may work extended hours during peak business cycles.
About us With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.
Benefits at Getinge
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
401(k) plan with company match
Paid Time Off
Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
Life Insurance
Short and Long‑Term Disability Benefits
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Getinge is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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