A leading Japanese logistics company located in New York, New York, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Ocean Freight Entry Writer.
＜Job Overview＞
The Ocean Freight Entry Writer is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and submitting accurate customs entry documentation for imported cargo in compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements, and internal company standards.
Responsibilities include accurately calculating applicable duties and taxes, preparing related documentation, and handling customs clearance procedures for ocean and ground import shipments.
＜Job Responsibilities＞
・Coordinate with overseas offices and partners to provide advance shipment notifications
・Review ISF information, verify commercial invoices, and prepare customs entries
・Review commercial documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, AWB/BL, arrival notices, and permits
・Arrange delivery and issue invoices after customs clearance
・Manage shipments from start to finish, beginning with pre-alert notifications received from freight forwarders
＜Requirements＞
・1–3+ years of practical experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or international trade compliance
・Knowledge of HTS classification, CBP regulations, and PGA requirements
・Ability to perform compliance checks, including importer data verification, bond verification, and validation of Power of Attorney (POA)
・Ability to review and interpret commercial invoices, bills of lading, and regulatory notices
・Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and decision-making skills in time-sensitive situations
・Strong communication skills when interacting with customers, carriers, and government agencies
・Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English
＜Preferred Qualifications＞
・Knowledge of and experience in freight forwarding
・Experience using MS Office and CargoWise (Training will be provided from the beginning for candidates without prior CargoWise experience)
【Keywords】
① Ocean Freight Entry Writer
② Customs Entry Specialist
③ Import Customs Clearance
| 雇用形態Employment Status | Full Time |
| 募集職種Position | Ocean Freight Entry Writer |
| 使用言語Language | Japanese/English |
| 勤務時間Working Hours | Monday-Friday 8 hours/day |
| 給与Salary | $60,000 – $65,000（DOE） |
| 待遇・福利厚生Benefit | Medical Insurance 401(k) Hybrid Work Option: Up to 2 days of remote work per week may be considered upon completion of the training period. |