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Customs Brokerage Import Entry Specialist
We are seeking an experienced Customs Brokerage Specialist with strong knowledge of FDA is a plus, food, and regulated imports. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end customs clearance, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), FDA, and other Partner Government Agencies (PGAs).
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable handling time-sensitive shipments where compliance and accuracy are critical.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file customs entries in compliance with CBP regulations
- Handle FDA-regulated shipments, including food, beverages, supplements, and related products
- Submit FDA entries through ACE (PGA Message Sets)
- Review and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, COO, FDA product codes, and entry data
- Ensure compliance with FDA Prior Notice requirements
- Communicate with importers, FDA, CBP, freight forwarders, and carriers regarding shipment status
- Respond to CBP and FDA requests, holds, exams, and compliance inquiries
- Classify products using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS)
- Maintain accurate records and support audits and compliance reviews
- Identify and resolve clearance issues to minimize delays and costs
Job Requirements
- 2 years of experience in customs brokerage or import operations
- Strong working knowledge of FDA and food import regulations
- Experience filing entries in ACE
- Familiarity with FDA product codes, Prior Notice, and compliance documentation
- Understanding of CBP regulations, HTS classification, and entry procedures
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience with food products, supplements, cosmetics, or other FDA-regulated commodities
- Knowledge of USDA, FSIS, or other PGAs
- Experience working with customs brokerage software
We are a growing U.S.-based customs brokerage and logistics company specializing in compliant, efficient import operations. We work closely with importers, carriers, and U.S. government agencies to ensure smooth clearance of a wide range of commodities, with a strong focus on food, FDA-regulated, and consumer products.