Air and Ocean Import Specialist

About Compass Forwarding

Compass Forwarding is a U.S.-based, family-owned logistics company headquartered in New York. For more than 75 years, Compass has provided specialized air, ocean, and project logistics services to clients in aerospace, defense, energy, and other high-value industries.

Our Import Department supports a diverse portfolio of clients—ranging from large multinational corporations to specialized importers—with precision, compliance, and care

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The Opportuni

tyWe’re seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our Import Department. The right candidate will be responsible for preparing, filing, and tracking import entries while ensuring compliance with all U.S. Customs and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulation

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This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong understanding of customs brokerage processes who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environme

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Key Responsibili

• tiesPrepare and file import entries in accordance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) regulati
• ons.Review and process documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lad
• ing.Classify commodities accurately under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS
• US).Ensure compliance with CBP and PGA requirements (FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, et
• c.).Coordinate with importers, carriers, and government agencies to resolve entry issues or del
• ays.Maintain communication with clients regarding entry status, delivery, and release upda
• tes.Verify duty rates, valuation, and other regulatory requirements prior to entry submiss
• ion.Manage entry audits, post-summary corrections, and other compliance-related functions as nee

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Qualifica

• tions3 years of experience in customs entry writing or broke
• rage.Strong working knowledge of U.S. import regulations, HTS classification, and PGA requirem
• ents.Proficiency in ABI sof
• tware***Experience with CargoWise a MU
• ST***Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational sk
• ills.Strong written and verbal communication sk
• ills.Licensed Customs Broker preferred, but not requ

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Why Compass Forw

• ardingCompetitive salary commensurate with exper
• ience.Subsidized health, dental, and vision insu
• rance.401(k) retirement
• plan.Paid time off and hol
• idays.Opportunities for professional growth within a long-established, family-owned organiz
• ation.A supportive, collaborative workplace culture focused on quality, compliance, and client se