Customs Entry Clerk
Job Description
We are working with a leading Logistics organisation looking for a Customs Entry Clerk to join their team based in New York.
The main purpose of the Freight Entry Clerk is to provide data entry support to the team and complete customs entries from start to finish.
Responsibilities:
Serves as the customer service liaison between the Company and the customer
Processes Custom and OGA (other government agency) entries for clearance of goods into the United States.
Opens files, enters notes, information and document requests in Cargowise and/or AS400 system
Classifies invoice based on HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule)
Sends information/document requests to company's employees, suppliers, service providers and/or U.S. Government agencies as needed
Communicates with specified offices, departments, and teams on all issues affecting customs brokerage
Files document requests, correspondence and documents in a file folder identified by the applicable shipping/reference number
Coordinates shipping details with U.S. Forwarders, Steamship Lines, Airlines, Agents, etc
Convert and verify shipment weight, volume and foreign currency
Maintain communication with customers, carriers and vendors
Coordinate pick-ups and invoice files
Assist customers with questions, complaints, requests, tracking and tracing
Handles accounting processes accurately and in a timely manner
Coordination of shipments from airline, ocean piers and CFS (container freight station) to customer/consignee destination
Review documentation or issue documents to meet government regulations and carrier regulations
Must have knowledge of buying/selling rates to ensure profitability
Ensure email and telephone calls are promptly and politely answered
Other duties as required and assigned
Required:
Prior experience working in Freight Forwarding, Shipping or Transport would be advantageous
High school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalency
PC literate with experience with Microsoft Outlook, Work, Access and Excel
Excellent written and oral communication skills