Sr. Entry Writer
Company: Western Overseas
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Sr. Entry Writer
Hanover, MD 21076
Starting Salary $59,000 + benefits
SUMMARY
Prepares documentation and electronic data for timely and accurate
filing of import customs entries. Working with our customers and
customs authorities to make certain that shipments are released and
that all necessary activities are conducted in compliance with
customs regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process timely ISF no later than 24 hours before vessel
departure (if applicable).
- Obtain and/or confirm all required import
documentation.
- Surrender OBL and charges (if applicable).
- Assist clients with classification and/or valuation and
properly rate commercial invoices.
- Process Customs entries within 5-day window of vessel arrival,
ensure Customs release and update file notes. Minimum file count 75
entries monthly.
- Ensure OGA clearance, coordinate exams/sampling and monitor
timeframes when FDA detained and ensure FDA refusals are properly
and timely handled (if applicable).
- Maintain day to day contact with customers for status
updates.
- Issue delivery orders.
- Process billing invoice within 24 hours of ABI
transmission.
- Collect COD payments prior to release of delivery orders (if
applicable).
- Push sales of Marine Cargo, Bonds Insurance, freight forwarding
and warehouse distribution services.
- Assist customers with maximum utilization of WOC tools event
notification, website tracking, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least five (5) years experience in Customs Brokerage to
successfully perform this job.
- Customs Broker License preferred, but not required
- Experience with CargoWise software preferred, but not
required
- Willingness to learn the CFR 19 and the US Harmonized Tariff
Schedule
- Capable of working independently and as a team player
- Excellent customer service attitude and communication
skills
- Good knowledge of the English language, verbally and in
writing
- Good typing skills 45 wpm or better
- Ability to maintain a high level of productivity
- Ability to prioritize tasks as needed throughout the
day
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate
and recognize potential problems
Keywords: Western Overseas, Franconia , Sr. Entry Writer, Professions , Baltimore, Virginia
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