Customs Compliance Lead

Jobbe; Halifax; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential 10%

Medical, dental, prescription drugs, &

EFAP Benefits after 30 days

RRSP matching

Family culture

Advancement opportunities

Profit Sharing

Long-standing family-owned

Job summary

Gordon Food Service in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking an import compliance analyst to manage risk assessment and post-entry verification for items imported by Limson. You will ensure strict adherence to policies and regulations across Canadian operations.

Location can be anywhere in Canada within commuting distance of a distribution centre. Competitive salary of $75,000–$90,000 CAD with 10% bonus potential, plus benefits after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of tariff classification principles (GIR).
• Experience with customs valuation methods and origin rules (FTA).
• Ability to manage large tariff bases for vendors and imports.
• Experience filing individual and blanket corrections with customs authorities.
• Knowledge of PGA’s and OGD’s in North America.
• Experience with CFIA and GAC-regulated imports (TRQ goods).
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide preliminary assessment and approval of new items offered for import by Gordon Food Service (Limson).
• Identify high compliance risk areas; advise leadership on exposure.
• Manage shared tariff classifications, rates, origin, and other import data elements.
• Maintain internal references for tariff classification and claims.
• Maintain SOPs governing relationships with Canadian customs brokers.
• Track accuracy of customs entries and brokerage/brokerage fees.
• Serve as liaison between AP, Cost, Finance and customs compliance teams.
• Support CBSA verifications and refund claims.
• Interpret new policies to implement compliant processes.

Skills

Tariff classification principles (GIR)

Customs valuation methods

FTA rules of origin

Tariff data management

Compliance risk assessment

Job description

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Gordon Food Service

Full-time

$75,000 - $90,000 CAD yearly

4 days ago

What We Offer

• The salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000 plus 10% bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• FULL flex benefits program
• Company matching RRSP
• Family culture
• Advancement opportunities
• Profit Sharing
• 125+ years, family owned and operated company history

Position Summary

Responsible for the administration and analysis of functions associated with the importation of goods by Gordon Food Service (Limson). Key responsibility is performing preliminary review and risk assessment of all items offered for import, as well as management of post entry verification programs. The position will also oversee the Company’s strict adherence to a set of formal policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.

Location: Anywhere within Canada so long as you are commutable distance from any distribution centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preliminary assessment and approval of all new items offered for import by Gordon Food Service (Limson)
• Identify items and areas of high compliance risk; consult and advise leadership for potential exposure
• Manage shared tariff bases of classifications, tariff rates, TT, origin, and other import data elements
• Maintain an internal reference library to assist decisions about tariff classification, valuation, preferential claims
• Maintain and promote the use of a manual of customs compliance policies and procedures
• Manage post entry verification programs, and oversee individual and blanket corrections of customs records
• Apply and maintain an SOP governing the working relationship with Canadian customs brokers
• Track accuracy of customs entries, as well as billing of brokerage, duty, and OGD fees.
• Serve as the liaison between AP, Cost, Finance, and customs compliance teams
• Support customs compliance projects such as CBSA compliance verifications, and refund claims
• Interpret new customs policies and regulations in order to establish new processes and procedures needed to ensure the Company meets its compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of tariff classification principles (GIR)
• In-depth understanding of customs valuation methods and application of FTA specific rules of origin
• Ability to maintain and analyze large tariff bases of foreign vendors and imported items
• Knowledge and experience in filing individual and blanket corrections
• Knowledge of the various PGA’s and OGD’s within North America
• Experience with imports regulated by CFIA and GAC (primarily TRQ subject goods)
• Must have excellent written, verbal, organizational and communication skills as well as problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Results oriented with strong determination to succeed.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to learning and desire for personal and professional growth.

Company Culture

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

Health & Safety

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.