Customs Compliance Officer

Insight Global; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris MAPPS is seeking a Customs Compliance Officer to establish and own the organization's customs compliance function within a highly regulated environment focused on military, defense, nuclear power, and international exports. The role reports to Demetrios with a dotted-line to Charles, the Trade Compliance lead.

The successful candidate will manage customs compliance activities across Canada and the United States, coordinate with brokers and logistics providers, and ensure accurate

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of customs compliance, customs traffic, import/export coordination, or international logistics experience.
• Experience with CBSA regulations, HS/HTS classifications, customs audits/investigations, duty drawback programs, and CUSMA/free trade agreements.
• Experience working with brokers and customs clearance processes.
• ITAR familiarity required.

Responsibilities

• Manage customs compliance activities related to imports and exports across Canada and the United States.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight carriers, and logistics providers.
• Ensure proper customs pre-clearance and shipping documentation.
• Maintain compliance with CBSA and U.S. Customs regulations.
• Perform HS/HTS code classification and resolve classification discrepancies.
• Support export permitting requirements and collaborate with the Trade Compliance team on ITAR and export-controlled shipments.
• Conduct customs audits, investigations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage duty drawback programs, free trade agreements (CUSMA), and duty-free government shipments.
• Support logistics operations and supply chain teams to ensure efficient international movement of goods.
• Assist with customs-related ERP implementation activities, including classification and compliance requirements.

Skills

Customs compliance

Imports/exports coordination

CBSA regulations

HS/HTS classifications

ITAR familiarity

Broker coordination

Education

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) – asset

Job description

Our client is seeking a Customs Compliance Officer to establish and own the organization's customs compliance function. This is a newly dedicated position supporting a highly regulated environment focused on military, defense, nuclear power, and international exports. The role will report directly to Demetrios with a dotted-line relationship to Charles, the company's Trade Compliance leadL3Harris MAPPS is seeking a Customs Compliance Officer to establish and own the organization's customs compliance function. This is a newly dedicated position supporting a highly regulated environment focused on military, defense, nuclear power, and international exports. The role will report directly to Demetrios with a dotted-line relationship to Charles, the company's Trade Compliance lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customs compliance activities related to imports and exports across Canada and the United States.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight carriers, and logistics providers.
• Ensure proper customs pre-clearance and shipping documentation.
• Maintain compliance with CBSA and U.S. Customs regulations.
• Perform HS/HTS code classification and resolve classification discrepancies.
• Support export permitting requirements and collaborate with the Trade Compliance team on ITAR and export-controlled shipments.
• Conduct customs audits, investigations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage duty drawback programs, free trade agreements (CUSMA), and duty-free government shipments.
• Support logistics operations and supply chain teams to ensure efficient international movement of goods.
• Assist with customs-related ERP implementation activities, including classification and compliance requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years of customs compliance, customs traffic, import/export coordination, or international logistics experience.
• Experience working with:
  • CBSA regulations
  • HS and HTS classifications
  • Customs audits and investigations
  • Duty drawback programs
  • CUSMA/free trade agreements
• Experience working closely with brokers and customs clearance processes.
• ITAR familiarity required.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation is considered an asset rather than a requirement

Compensation:

$39/hr - $50/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Artificial intelligence tools are used to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.