Customs Compliance Specialist

Our client in Waterloo Region is looking for an experienced Customs Compliance Specialist with certifications in International Trade Practices (CIFFA/FITT) and working towards a Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation to join them in a permanent full-time role!

As the Customs Compliance Specialist you will oversee the day-to-day business of importing and exporting goods, customs related activities for the company and provide compliance and regulatory support to the organization.

Come join this established team and enjoy a competitive compensation package including Salary between 70-80K, comprehensive group benefits plan and vacation time off!

Education and Skills Requirements:

• Must have a Certificate or Diploma in International Trade Practices (CIFFA/FITT)
• Must have or working towards Certified Custom Specialist (CCS) Designation
• More than one (1) year of experience in Canadian Customs regulations
• More than one (1) year of experience in an Import/Export and Transportation related capacity
• Background in manufacturing is an asset
• Strong understanding of trade regulations, including HTS classification, Incoterms and Free Trade Agreements
• Experience working with customs brokers and government agencies; such as CBSA, CTPAT, CBP
• Working knowledge of duty drawbacks, amendments, rulings and customs audits
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Use critical thinking, sound financial acumen, business sense to drive decisions
• Collect and analyze data from appropriate sources and prepare/present meaningful and concise communications
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities, in a rapidly changing environment

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide various international customs paperwork for outbound shipments and upload the export declaration to Customs Export Reporting System (CERS)
• Coordinate with internal departments as well as US & Canadian customs brokers, freight forwarders and various carriers to arrange worldwide shipments and maintain an efficient customs release
• Respond to US & Canadian brokers inquiries, provide customs paperwork and USMCA (CUSMA), DOT forms – H7, EPA, Bearing checklists, ADD/CVD quarterly forms
• Communicating with freight forwarders, both local and overseas, to arrange Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), and air shipments
• To effectively manage the shipment process from departure to delivery at the door, while keeping vendors informed via email and providing the necessary paperwork
• Request USMCA/CUSMA from vendors
• Audit truck carriers, customs brokers, and freight forwarder invoices for accuracy and any discrepancies
• Staying current with customs and tariff rulings, as well as regulatory matters

Do you have the skills and experience listed above? If YES, then send your resume to my attention at: jayne@grandriverpersonnel.ca

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