DB Schenker, USA

Customs Entry Specialist – Philadelphia – USA

Permanent Pennsylvania, United States 20/03/2023 - 20/04/2023 Customs - Freight forwarding

Job Overview

Responsible for ensuring the timely review and verify data elements necessary for transmission of entry to Customs and Border Protections. The position is also responsible for timely and accurate review and control of client account billing, participating government agency requirements, details related to transaction terms of sale and compliance of commercial documents. Communication with internal and external partners and clients is necessary to achieve timely release, and facilitation of the entry process.

What will you enjoy doing

Facilitate the transmission and clearance or transfer of cargo, confirming all necessary data and documents are available for entry.
Research, resolve and communicate operational or entry problems utilizing system notes and directly working with other specialty teams, client or vendors.
Review key elements related to client requirements that include accounting, credit, Customs bond, audit instructions and billing packets in accordance with client instructions and company policies.
Review entry details and verify for compliance data related to calculation of duties, duty policy, Participating Government Agencies, trade agreements, prior notice or any specific requests by Customs for the proper filing for release.
Monitor the release and follow up on all ABI/AMS messages including rejects, holds and exam messages, working with government personnel to ensure timely release of cargo.
Enter all billing charges into system and create client billing packet and other tasks as assigned. Deliverables and Achievable of timely, accurate and compliant processing of Customs entries, ensure proper processes are followed and communicated for timely release of imported goods.

Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes

General personal computer skills with working knowledge of the MS Office Suite.
Basic knowledge of accounting functions and relative information retrieval.
Special Knowledge General knowledge of customs and participating government agency regulations.
General knowledge of the harmonized tariff schedule required.
General knowledge of accounting functions and relative information retrieval.
Soft Skills Good interpersonal and organizational skills required.