Customs Import Specialist

GHY International

. Monitor assigned entries and prioritize shipments based on arrival times to support timely customs clearance .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in customs entry processing and transportation documentation while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for effective collaboration with clients and internal teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customs Entry ProcessingTransportation DocumentationAttention To DetailEffective CommunicationPrioritization Skills

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Hard Skills

Customs DocumentationAES FilingsIn-Bonds ProcessingISF SubmissionsManifest CompletionInternational Trade KnowledgeLogistics ExperienceClient Service ManagementProblem-Solving SkillsDeadline Management

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedCollaborationAdaptabilityDependabilityAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

OutlookWordExcel

Industry Keywords

Customs ClearanceBrokerage ServicesLogisticsTransportation ModesClient Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor assigned entries and prioritize shipments based on arrival times to support timely customs clearance
Process customs entries for truck, rail, ocean, and air shipments
Complete in-bonds, AES filings, prior notices, manifests, ISF submissions, and other required customs documentation
Review documentation for completeness and accuracy before entries are submitted
Communicate with clients, carriers, vendors, and internal teams by phone and email to gather information and resolve issues
Monitor entry dashboards and identify time-sensitive or “moment of truth” shipments
Escalate issues when necessary
Work alongside teammates to respond to changing priorities and deliver dependable client service
Manage customs releases across multiple transportation modes
Report to the Client Care Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of Grade 12 Education
Prior Brokerage Services/Logistics Experience preferred
Experience with customs entry processing, transportation documentation, or international trade is an asset
Ability to represent GHY professionally and collaborate effectively
Strong prioritization skills in a fast-paced, changing environment
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Willingness to learn, grow customs knowledge, and build a career in the industry
Participation in the after-hours/on-call rotation is required
Ability to work Wednesday-Saturday, 8:30 AM ET-7 PM ET
Up to two statutory holidays may be required annually

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus program
Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life & AD&D coverage
Ongoing learning through internal university and leadership development programming
Remote flexibility
Giveback Committee, Social Committee, and Cultural Ambassadors opportunities
Scheduled salary assessments