Customs and Logistics Coordinator - Whitby, ON

Makita Corporation; Whitby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent tools and appliances manufacturer in Durham Region is looking for a candidate to support the Purchasing and Inventory Department. Responsibilities include analyzing product SKUs for customs compliance and managing import entries. Ideal candidates possess a background in logistics, have excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company paid benefits (medical / dental / vision)

RRSP Plan

Work-life balance with paid/unpaid leave

Qualifications

• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation or enrollment is an advantage.
• Experience in logistics with a global perspective.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze complex product SKUs for tariff classifications.
• Manage import entries and customs compliance procedures.
• Liaise with Customs broker and support internal teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Accuracy

Teamwork

Tools

MS-Office

Customs Automated Reference Library (CARL)

CARM Client Portal

Job description

Overview

You will support the Purchasing and Inventory Department with daily operations.

How Makita supports our team members :

• Competitive salary
• Company paid benefits (medical / dental / vision / employee assistance plan).
• RRSP Plan.
• Work life balance with paid / unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave & personal days

What will you work on?

• Review and analyze complex product SKUs to maintain accurate tariff classification database (compile all information necessary to properly classify products).
• Assign proper classification codes ensuring the correct duty is paid.
• Manage and maintain the origination process and records for Trade Agreements.
• Ensure that import entries are properly valued.
• Audit all Customs entries for accurate tariff classification, country of origin and valuation.
• Maintain related records in accordance with the required 6-year retention period.
• Manage all CBSA requests and audits.
• CARM Client Portal - Business Account Manager (monitor portal, customs bond and verify the statement of account).
• Negotiate General Agency Agreement and schedule of fees with customs broker.
• Audit Brokerage billing and import documentation for compliance and payment.
• Monitor new developments and changes in customs laws, trade agreements, transportation regulation, port policies and communicate this information internally as necessary.
• Maintain overall customs compliance procedures to ensure Makita complies with Canada Customs and other Government Department regulations.
• Liaise with Customs broker, CBSA, Finance, product groups and support internal teams on significant issues pertaining to deliveries, duties, valuation etc.
• Perform other job-related duties / projects as assigned.

To be successful you will have :

• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation or enrollment is an advantage (but not required).
• An understanding of the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System and working within the Customs Automated Reference Library (CARL) an asset.
• Be able to identify documentation for Customs entries (commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading, etc.).
• Working knowledge of CARM Client Portal.
• Experience in logistics, preferably with a mix of air / sea / truck on a Global level.
• Fluent in English, excellent communication (oral and written) and professional demeanor.
• Superior computer : MS-Office, AS, data entry.

What you bring to the team :

• Communication : express and transmit information with consistency and clarity.
• Organization : create and keep deadlines, prioritize tasks and multi-task.
• Highly accurate : accurate in work so documents are precise and professional.
• Analytical : use logical reasoning when addressing a situation to arrive at an appropriate solution (evaluate, interpret, and analyze information).
• Teamwork : ability to work in a team environment and be productive with minimal supervision.

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