Import Manager - Customs Brokerage and International Logistics
Film Logic Customs Brokers, Compton, CA, United States
Quick Role Snapshot
???? Location: Gardena, CA (On-Site)
???? Industry: Customs Brokerage / Freight Forwarding
?? Focus: Air, Border Crossings, Ocean Imports, ATA Carnets, In-Bonds, Time Critical Operations, Hand Carries
???? Systems: ACE & CargoWise
???? Experience Required: 35 Years Customs Clearance
???? Leadership: Team management required
Join a Specialized Logistics Team Serving the Film Industry
Film Logic Customs Brokers is seeking an experienced
Import Manager with hands-on U.S. Customs clearance experience (ACE)
to lead
Air and Ocean import operations . This role is ideal for professionals currently working in
customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or import operations
who want to work in a
specialized logistics niche supporting film and entertainment shipments . You will manage
time-critical shipments, customs clearance operations, international freight movements, and quoting
while working with a team that prioritizes
precision, communication, and problem solving. ?? Required Experience Before Applying 35 years clearing U.S. Customs entries (ACE) Experience in
Customs Brokerage or Freight Forwarding CargoWise experience required Leadership or team management experience required Applicants
without customs clearance experience or CargoWise experience will not be considered. Professionals We Want to Speak With We encourage professionals currently working as the following to apply: Customs Entry Writers Import Supervisors Import Operations Managers Customs Brokerage Managers Licensed Customs Brokers (LCB) Professionals with strong
ACE entry preparation, HTS classification, and CargoWise experience
will thrive in this role. About Film Logic Customs Brokers Film Logic Customs Brokers is a specialized
customs brokerage and international logistics provider
serving the
film and entertainment industry . We provide
white-glove logistics service
for time-sensitive shipments supporting productions and equipment moving across international borders. In addition to film logistics, we manage
general commodity imports , ensuring shipments move efficiently through customs and arrive
on time and in pristine condition . Based in the
Los Angeles area , our team values
expertise, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Position Overview As
Import Manager , you will oversee the
end-to-end import process
while ensuring compliance with
U.S. Customs regulations . You will coordinate shipments with
clients, airlines, ocean carriers, truck carriers and overseas partners , while supervising operational workflows across
Air, Land and Ocean imports ,
ATA Carnets
and
Hand Carries . Key Responsibilities Customs Clearance & Entry Processing Prepare
U.S. Customs entries via ACE Perform
HTS classification Calculate
duties and taxes Ensure
CBP compliance Import Operations Management Manage
Air, Land and Ocean import shipments, ATA Carnets and Hand Carries, Quoting Coordinate with
carriers and overseas agents Monitor shipments for
delays or storage fees Maintain
shipment visibility for clients Documentation Management Review and Processs: Commercial invoices Packing lists Bills of lading (BOL) Air waybills (AWB) Certificates of origin Carnets for temporary imports CF7512 Operational Oversight Track shipments through
clearance and delivery Process
airline import charges Maintain
accurate compliance records Support
Air, Land and Ocean departments Required Qualifications 35 years customs brokerage or import operations experience Experience preparing
ACE entries Strong knowledge of
U.S. Customs regulations Experience with
HTS classification and duty calculation Knowledge of
Air & Ocean freight imports Ability to manage
multiple shipments simultaneously Strong
communication and organizational skills Experience with
Quoting Industry Systems & Platforms Experience with the following systems is required: CargoWise ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) ABI Entry Processing HTS Classification and Duty Calculations Customs Brokerage Operations Air and Ocean Import Operations Carnets and Temporary Imports FDA ,
FWS ,
USDA
and
DOT Compensation Salary Range:
Negotiable Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Schedule Monday Friday Additional availability required: On-call support when needed Occasional weekend availability Why Join Film Logic Customs Brokers? Youll work in a
unique niche of international logistics supporting film productions and high-profile shipments , where
precision, speed, and problem solving
are essential. Our team values
communication, accountability, and operational excellence , and we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients. Experienced customs brokerage professionals with ACE and CargoWise experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Keywords: Customs Brokerage | Import Manager | Customs Clearance | ACE | CargoWise | HTS Classification | Freight Forwarding | Air Imports | Ocean Imports | Carnets | Film Logistics
Import Manager with hands-on U.S. Customs clearance experience (ACE)
to lead
Air and Ocean import operations . This role is ideal for professionals currently working in
customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or import operations
who want to work in a
specialized logistics niche supporting film and entertainment shipments . You will manage
time-critical shipments, customs clearance operations, international freight movements, and quoting
while working with a team that prioritizes
precision, communication, and problem solving. ?? Required Experience Before Applying 35 years clearing U.S. Customs entries (ACE) Experience in
Customs Brokerage or Freight Forwarding CargoWise experience required Leadership or team management experience required Applicants
without customs clearance experience or CargoWise experience will not be considered. Professionals We Want to Speak With We encourage professionals currently working as the following to apply: Customs Entry Writers Import Supervisors Import Operations Managers Customs Brokerage Managers Licensed Customs Brokers (LCB) Professionals with strong
ACE entry preparation, HTS classification, and CargoWise experience
will thrive in this role. About Film Logic Customs Brokers Film Logic Customs Brokers is a specialized
customs brokerage and international logistics provider
serving the
film and entertainment industry . We provide
white-glove logistics service
for time-sensitive shipments supporting productions and equipment moving across international borders. In addition to film logistics, we manage
general commodity imports , ensuring shipments move efficiently through customs and arrive
on time and in pristine condition . Based in the
Los Angeles area , our team values
expertise, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Position Overview As
Import Manager , you will oversee the
end-to-end import process
while ensuring compliance with
U.S. Customs regulations . You will coordinate shipments with
clients, airlines, ocean carriers, truck carriers and overseas partners , while supervising operational workflows across
Air, Land and Ocean imports ,
ATA Carnets
and
Hand Carries . Key Responsibilities Customs Clearance & Entry Processing Prepare
U.S. Customs entries via ACE Perform
HTS classification Calculate
duties and taxes Ensure
CBP compliance Import Operations Management Manage
Air, Land and Ocean import shipments, ATA Carnets and Hand Carries, Quoting Coordinate with
carriers and overseas agents Monitor shipments for
delays or storage fees Maintain
shipment visibility for clients Documentation Management Review and Processs: Commercial invoices Packing lists Bills of lading (BOL) Air waybills (AWB) Certificates of origin Carnets for temporary imports CF7512 Operational Oversight Track shipments through
clearance and delivery Process
airline import charges Maintain
accurate compliance records Support
Air, Land and Ocean departments Required Qualifications 35 years customs brokerage or import operations experience Experience preparing
ACE entries Strong knowledge of
U.S. Customs regulations Experience with
HTS classification and duty calculation Knowledge of
Air & Ocean freight imports Ability to manage
multiple shipments simultaneously Strong
communication and organizational skills Experience with
Quoting Industry Systems & Platforms Experience with the following systems is required: CargoWise ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) ABI Entry Processing HTS Classification and Duty Calculations Customs Brokerage Operations Air and Ocean Import Operations Carnets and Temporary Imports FDA ,
FWS ,
USDA
and
DOT Compensation Salary Range:
Negotiable Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Schedule Monday Friday Additional availability required: On-call support when needed Occasional weekend availability Why Join Film Logic Customs Brokers? Youll work in a
unique niche of international logistics supporting film productions and high-profile shipments , where
precision, speed, and problem solving
are essential. Our team values
communication, accountability, and operational excellence , and we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients. Experienced customs brokerage professionals with ACE and CargoWise experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Keywords: Customs Brokerage | Import Manager | Customs Clearance | ACE | CargoWise | HTS Classification | Freight Forwarding | Air Imports | Ocean Imports | Carnets | Film Logistics