Customs Compliance Specialist

Coty; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Coty, a leading beauty company, seeks a Customs Compliance Specialist to manage customs operations in Canada and the US. The role involves classification, relationship management with brokers, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Join a diverse team with flexible remote work options.

Benefits

Flexible remote work options

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Experience with customs processes in Canada and US, especially in manufacturing/distribution.
• Knowledge of customs classification and origin determination.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily customs processes proactively.
• Support customs escalations and shipment coordination.
• Collect and analyze customs data.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Networking

Team Player

Solution-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics

Tools

SAP

GTM Software

Job description

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Montreal, QC

COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate. We’re Coty, one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, and skin and body care. Coty is the global leader in fragrance and number three in color cosmetics. Coty’s products are sold in over 150 countries around the world.

About The Department

The Global Transport and Customs & Trade Compliance Organization (GTC) is the center of expertise for the global transport and customs network. It sets the strategy, frameworks, guidelines, and provides functional expertise in network design across the global supply community and with the logistics community in the regions. It manages projects that deliver value in terms of Cost, Performance, Quality, Service, Compliance, and Sustainability related to Transportation and Customs & Trade Compliance.

The Role

Coty seeks an individual to join the Global Customs and Trade Compliance team as Senior Customs Compliance Specialist. You will support daily customs operations in the Americas, especially Canada and US, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance. The role involves classification, free trade agreement qualification, managing relationships with brokers, monitoring KPIs, and reporting to leadership. You will interact with various stakeholders including customs authorities and work closely with the global trade compliance community.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily customs processes proactively
• Coordinate with business stakeholders on initiatives
• Support customs escalations and shipment coordination
• Identify and report incidents, implement corrective controls
• Assist with product classification and origin determination for FTAs
• Process customs payments
• Collect and analyze customs data
• Procure certificates of origin
• Support return shipments from Canada to US
• Manage relationships with customs authorities
• Own customs & trade compliance frameworks and SOPs

Qualifications

Essential:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field
• Experience with customs processes in Canada and US, especially in manufacturing/distribution
• Knowledge of SAP
• Understanding of customs classification and origin determination
• Structured, reliable, autonomous work style
• Strong analytical skills and Excel knowledge
• Solution-oriented, team player, good networker
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

Desirable:

• Knowledge of MIC modules (CUST, OCS, Classification) or other GTM software
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

What We Offer

A role with impact in a diverse environment, with flexible remote work options up to 50%. Join a passionate team committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About Us

We value our people and their unique skills. Coty is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects our values and supports all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].