Analyst, Customs and Trade

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian retailer is seeking a Customs Compliance team member in Brampton. This full-time position involves supporting import and export compliance operations, ensuring adherence to government regulations, and requires post-secondary education in a related field. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively in a team. The role offers opportunities for professional development within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexibility

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education related to Customs Compliance.
• Ability to cultivate strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day import & export compliance operations.
• Research product literature for HS/HTS Code determination.
• Ensure compliance with Participating Government Agent requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Post-Secondary education in a related discipline

Job description

Overview

At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues. We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.

Reporting to the Manager, Customs & Trade, this role will be a part of our industry leading Customs Compliance & Trade Services team that navigates the ins and outs of product importation into Canada. Our primary objective is to comply with all Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) regulations to minimize costs and risk to the Company. This role will be responsible for supporting our company’s HS/HTS Code Database as well as support our dedicated Customs Broker to address any day-to-day business needs to ensure Customs clearance operations run smoothly. This role will provide the opportunity to combine your technical, auditing and people skills to support the enterprise on risk related matters with a focus on Customs Compliance. You will join a dedicated and motivated team with exposure to industries within the Loblaw enterprise including grocery retail, pharmaceutical, home & entertainment and apparel.

What you’ll do

• Support day-to-day import & export compliance operations.
• Research product literature to determine proper HS/HTS Code with due regard to business risks.
• Ensure compliance with Participating Government Agent (PGA) data element requirements to enable compliant Single Window Initiative Integrated Import Declarations (SWI IID).
• Analyze and interpret requirements for compliance as they relate to Canada Border Services (CBSA) and US Customs Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
• Work to avoid CBSA issuance of Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS).
• Support departmental audits that meet corporate and Internal Audit standards.
• Responsible for projects or initiatives as required.

What we are looking for

• Post-Secondary education in a related discipline.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate strong working relationships in a team environment is a must.

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Employment details

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Regular

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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