Customs Specialist

Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Specialist to join its Canadian manufacturing operation, focusing on regulatory compliance across global import/export activities while collaborating with Finance, Supply Chain, Logistics and Procurement teams.

The role involves ensuring compliance with Canadian, U.S., and international regulations, managing day-to-day administration of import/export documentation, performing tariff classifications, maintaining certificates of origin, and

Qualifications

• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external authorities and brokers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Canadian, U.S., and international customs regulations.
• Manage day-to-day administration of import and export documentation.
• Perform tariff classifications and maintain certificates of origin.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Monitor regulatory changes and support audits and process improvements.
• Contribute to the efficiency of a global supply chain operation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Our Client is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Specialist to join its Canadian manufacturing operation. This is an opportunity for a Customs and Trade compliance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment while ensuring regulatory compliance across global import and export activities. The Customs Specialist will play an important role in supporting international trade operations while partnering closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Logistics and Procurement teams.

The Customs Specialist will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Canadian, U.S., and international customs regulations while managing the day-to-day administration of import and export documentation. The Customs Specialist will perform tariff classifications, maintain certificates of origin and trade documentation, coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders, monitor changing regulatory requirements, and support customs audits and continuous process improvements.

Our ideal candidate will have advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external customs authorities, brokers, and logistics providers. This is an opportunity for an individual who enjoys improving processes, maintaining compliance, and contributing to the efficiency of a global supply chain operation.

Our Client’s preferred Salary Target is $60 000 - $70 000. Please note, the hiring salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and ability to support the organization.