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Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment

CUSTOMS ENTRY WRITER

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390

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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

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