Establishing an effective process to control any customs compliance development requests including timely, accurate and detailed work plans, resource schedules, project estimates and status reports.

Maintain strong working relationships with Canadian, US and international customs as well as with all other regulatory authorities to carry out company business;
Ensure that the company is in compliance with Canadian and US customs regulations and that all company locations exercise reasonable care and responsible supervision as relates to transactions involving Canadian, US and international customs;
Develop, implement, maintain and periodically monitor basic standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work practices so as to optimize the performance of Customs Compliance at the company and minimize risks related to non-compliance;
Provide clients with advice and support regarding special customs programs that may reduce duty obligations (e.g. drawback, NAFTA) and regarding record keeping and similar compliance matters;
Prepare periodic newsletters, alerts and other information for the benefit of clients;
Develop SOPs specific to individual clients intended to complement, not replace, the main SOPs and work practices;
Arrange periodic training seminars conducted by both internal and external resources;
Keep the company abreast of trends and developments related to customs compliance issues;
Inform management of any industry changes, developments and trends or incidents that may impact the organization’s ability to conform or comply with rules and regulations and/or that may result in financial penalties or losses;
Secure and maintain all the necessary Canadian customs bonds, guarantees and licenses (including renewals), as well as all other licenses and permits from Canadian, US and international regulatory authorities;
Perform all other related tasks.

 

5+ years of hands-on customs experience within the importing and exporting industry

The CCS designation and 5 plus years experience within the industry. Experience working on
complex classification projects and rulings.

Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Superior written and verbal communication skills

 

Above average salary, plus dental and health benefits

For more information and to discuss your qualifications please call us at (416) 865-0695.

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