Entry Writer II

Company: Yusen Logistics
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

Entry Writer II


Overview
Position Summary:
The Entry Writer II is responsible for the accurate and timely submission of customs entries for clearance of in-bound cargo through US Customs and facilitating the delivery of freight to customers. The Entry Writer serves as a customer advocate and must possess good customer service skills.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


CBP Entry preparation and transmission duties:

• Receive and review documentation, to input and transmit data for CBP release of shipments.
  
• Follow SOPS for each customer on the correct method and data required for preparing an entry.
  
• Possess the ability to classify products according to the HTSUSA
  
• Ability to identify products that are subject to PGA s
  
• Organize the work area to identify the status of every file through every phase of the CBP entry process.
  
• Recognize routine and non-routine transactions for reporting discrepancies to management.
  
• Responsible for meeting KPI s (Key Performance Indicators) for Import operations
  
  
  Interface with customers on CBP, PGA, delivery, and irregularities:
  
  • Report all issues to customers and management affecting timely clearance and delivery in a timely manner.
    
  • Report problem resolutions to management in a timely manner including suggestions for problem avoidance in the future.
    
  • Communicate in writing or verbally with customers and managment all issues affecting specific urgent shipments
    
    
    Delivery of freight to customers:
    
    • Track and trace shipments and coordinate with airlines, steamship lines, freight forwarders and CFS on the availability of imported shipments
      
    • Arrange with trucking companies the pick-up and delivery of freight solutions to simplify and expedite cargo flow
      
      
      Billing:
      
      • Handle accounting processes as they apply to CHB including the issuance of invoices to customers or overseas offices as well as the processing of payment requisitions.
        
        
        Education and Experience:
        High School Diploma and or GED, plus 3-5 years of experience and/or training as an entry writer or in customs broker operation and/or training is required. Must have sound knowledge of US Customs and Harmonized Tariff Codes.
        
        
        The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
        
        
        Benefits
        
        
        Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
        
        • Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
          
        • 401k with a company match
          
        • Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.
          
          
          
          Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
          
          
          About Yusen Logistics (Americas)
          Yusen Logistics is working to become the world s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world s preferred choice.
          
          
          Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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