Customs Entry Specialist
Charlotte, NC - USA
Job Summary
Role Overview
As a Customs Entry Specialist you play a critical role in ensuring our customers imports move smoothly compliantly and on time. You will manage endtoend customs brokerage operations for a dedicated portfolio of accounts partnering closely with customers carriers government agencies and internal teams.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fastpaced detailoriented environment and wants to build strong expertise in customs brokerage while contributing directly to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
What Youll Do
You will take ownership of daily customs brokerage operations for assigned customers including:
Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers responding to questions and providing timely accurate shipment updates
Prepare and process U.S. Customs entries and Partner Government Agency (PGA) filings ensuring full regulatory compliance
Open and manage entry files in alignment with defined KPIs and service standards
Coordinate shipment clearance with freight forwarders steamship lines airlines and container freight stations (CFS) to ensure timely release
Track and trace inbound shipments from port or airport through final delivery
Ensure all required documentation and entry packages are accurately uploaded into operating systems
Complete customer billing delivery orders and required operational reports
Maintain and update customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed
Collaborate closely with teammates and crossfunctional partners to support coverage crosstraining and peakvolume needs
What Success Looks Like
Youll be successful in this role if you consistently demonstrate:
Timely and accurate processing of shipments within agreed KPIs
High attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong adherence to company policies and all CBP and PGA regulations
Proactive communication and followthrough with customers and internal partners
Reliable submission of delivery orders and required documentation
Your Impact
In this role you are accountable for helping drive:
Customer experience & quality delivering on service commitments and building trust
Compliance & process maturity ensuring regulatory adherence and operational consistency
Operational efficiency & cost control supporting productivity and standardized processes
Technology adoption contributing to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives
Who Youll Work With
Internal partners include:
CHB Operations Managers and Leaders
Senior CHB Operations Associates
Regional CHB Leadership
Program and Implementation Managers
CHB Compliance and IT teams
External partners include:
Assigned customs brokerage customers
Government agencies (CBP FDA USDA and others)
CHB systems and technology vendors
Required / Preferred Qualifications:
612 months of customs brokerage or related industry experience
At least 2 years in a CHB or operational support environment preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized detailoriented and comfortable working under pressure
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
Teamfocused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Bachelors degree preferred (or equivalent work experience)
Customs House Broker License preferred but not required
Pay Range: $56000.00 - $60000.00*
*The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions experience and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.
Company Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
RRSP Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional development
And more!
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About Company
Maersk Line is a Danish international container shipping company and the largest operating subsidiary of the Maersk Group, a Danish business conglomerate. It is the world's largest container shipping company by both fleet size and cargo capacity, serving 374 offices in 116 countries