Customs entry writer

Ever wondered how products make it across borders and onto store shelves? Customs logistics is the invisible engine of world trade-and it's one of the most dynamic, fast-paced industries you can join!

If you're curious about how international business actually works and eager to build a high-demand career, this is your doorway in.

salary: $30 - $36 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Import/Export Documentation & Customs Clearance: Review trade paperwork (invoices, packing lists, shipping docs) for accuracy; prepare and submit customs entries in a timely manner.
• Classification & Valuation: Assign accurate Harmonized System (HS) codes to goods and calculate applicable duties, tariffs, and taxes based on valuation and classification standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all incoming and outgoing shipments comply with international trade laws, customs regulations, and trade restrictions.
• Coordination & Communication: Act as a liaison with internal departments, external clients, and regulatory/government agencies via phone, email, and in person to resolve customs delays and prevent logistical issues.
• Data & Records Management: Maintain accurate electronic and physical records of customs entries, audit documentation, and verify trade data using specialized computer systems.
• Problem Solving & Continuous Learning: Analyze shipping data to solve operational compliance issues and stay updated on changing trade laws and regulations.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written skills for interfacing with cross-functional teams, clients, and external entities.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience using computer databases, software systems, and data-entry tools to process information efficiently.

Skills

• CargoWise (1 year of experience is required)
• Import (1 year of experience is required)
• Organizational Skills (1 year of experience is required)

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.