DescriptionSavino Del Bene is a Global Freight Forwarding Company headquartered in Florence, Italy. With a network of more than 295 offices and over 5,500 employees across five continents, Savino Del Bene is a leading freight forwarding company and we are currently looking for an experienced Customs Entry Writer to join our growing team. We are looking for an individual with a passion for the freight forwarding industry and customs brokerage.We are looking for a candidate to join our high paced team to assist in the process of clearing goods through US Customs within the United States for all import shipments in a timely, seamless and economical manner.Essential Job Functions:
- Filing of entry/entry summaries, customer contact, electronic PGA, prior notification, electronic FCC, USDA, TSCA billing, RLF filing all over the country.
- Provide HTS to clients, ISF filing, provide clients with air and ocean import freight quotes, make sure files are in compliance.
- Classify all goods being imported and then request or compile the necessary documentation, including cargo-control papers, customs invoices and certificates of origin.
- Arranging for the transportation and storage of goods that have cleared customs brokers only file. Communicate with the customer service team for proper documentations.
- Know the ACE/ABI system.
- Monitor all processes and ensure compliance to all Federal regulations and custom duties.
- Coordinate with various departments and maintain compliance to all import operations.
- Prepare required documents and procedures according to company standards and ensure compliance to service requirements.
- Maintain knowledge on all industry rules and regulations and perform all custom duties.
- Uphold a strong and professional relationship with transportation agencies and sales.
- Demonstrate an emphasis on customer satisfaction per company policy
- Maintain shipment files and ensure billing is completed within a timely fashion.
- Assisting as backup for alternate accounts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work on site, this is not a remote position
- Expected to maintain conformance to ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 integrated management systems.
Requirements
- Must have knowledge of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule
- Must have knowledge in food and beverage commodities as well as general commodities
- Must be able to anticipate problems and be able to liaise with governmental companies to solve them
- Must be able File and follow ISF's
- Must have knowledge of FDA, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, EPA, and other government agencies when applicable
- Follow up with Customs and OGA, to ensure customs releases
- Perform and Audit of the file to ensure all customs formalities have being satisfied
- Experience in clothing apparel and meat clearance is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2-3 years Brokerage experience
- Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Intermediate to Advanced PC skills - MS Office
- Highly organized
- Professional and courteous demeanor
- Displays a flexible and open minded willingness to adapt to new environments and be a team player.
- Must have good ethical standards
Offering:
- Competitive Salary
- Great medical, dental and vision plans
- 401K with Company match
- Vacation, PTO & Sick Time
- Great Company culture, fun environment