Entry Writer

at  Russell A Farrow Limited

Farrow, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuehne+Nagel Group, is headquartered in Windsor, Canada. Farrow brings to the global trade industry over 110 years of expertise in cross-border customs brokerage, import/export trade compliance consulting, and integrated logistics services (international freight forwarding/global supply chain management, warehousing/distribution, and ground transportation). With operating locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe, Farrow manages over 800 employees with 38 offices and warehouses including those of acquired companies D.J. Powers Co. Inc. and Link+ Corporation. Farrow is proud to be a Canada’s Best Managed Companies winner for fourteen consecutive years, achieving Platinum Club status in the most recent eight years – an accomplishment few companies attain.
Position Summary
The Entry Writer is responsible for writing entries and processing PAPS releases

Key Responsibilities (Supervisory/Materials/Information)

• Receives and reviews client shipment information and prepares required documentation. Classification and submission to the US Customs and Border Protection
• Handling calls and questions from clients and / or drivers
• Ensuring timely upload of all entries for release or inbound
• Data upload of electronic manifest data and FDA prior notification and Oasis data
• Performing a variety of general office duties as assigned
• Accept duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High School graduate or related work experience
• 1-3 years general brokerage experience

Competencies, Working Skills & Attributes

• Understanding of Harmonized tariff and product classification
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Able to meet deadlines, prioritize responsibilities and multi-task
• Experience with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel
• Experience with office equipment, fax and photo copier
• Above average data entry skills
• Familiar with all Company policies and procedures

Working Conditions, Mental Effort & Physical Requirements

• Must work under deadlines and related stresses in an efficient manner
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while entering data

Farrow is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request

• Receives and reviews client shipment information and prepares required documentation. Classification and submission to the US Customs and Border Protection
• Handling calls and questions from clients and / or drivers
• Ensuring timely upload of all entries for release or inbound
• Data upload of electronic manifest data and FDA prior notification and Oasis data
• Performing a variety of general office duties as assigned
• Accept duties as assigne