Licensed Customs Broker

CJ Logistics Canada; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Licensed Customs Broker in a forward-thinking logistics firm. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless customs compliance and facilitating the customs clearance process for high-value shipments. You will leverage your expertise to develop training programs, optimize duty payments, and provide exceptional service to clients. With a commitment to social responsibility and sustainability, this innovative company values your contributions and offers a collaborative environment that fosters growth. If you are passionate about logistics and customs brokerage, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Valid Customs Broker License required for this position.
• 3-5 years of customs brokerage experience is essential.
• Strong computer skills are preferred, especially with CANData.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate customs clearance and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop training programs and set up customs software.
• Assist clients in optimizing customs duty payments.

Skills

Customs Broker License

Customs Brokerage Experience

Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Coding Languages Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

CANData

Job description

Position: Licensed Customs Broker Canada

We are seeking candidates in the Mississauga, Ontario area to work from our Mississauga Office. This position will report to the Supervisor of Canadian Freight Forwarding. It will work with the North American Customs team to develop a cohesive cross-border compliance team. This will entail initiating and creating a top-level compliance team. The position will also require the use of information technology tools to automate the importation processes.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Applying for Corporate license and bond.
2. Setting up the customs software and developing training programs for staff.
3. Review and validate commercial documents such as invoices, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
4. Facilitate the customs clearance process for shipments, including communication with customs authorities.
5. Experience in handling high-value cargo.
6. Creating Standard Operating Procedures to ensure customs compliance.
7. Assist clients in optimizing customs duty payments through tariff classification, duty drawbacks, and other available programs.
8. Address and resolve customs-related issues and inquiries.
9. Respond promptly to client inquiries and provide exceptional customer service.

Job Qualifications:

Required:

1. Must hold a valid Customs Broker License issued by the Canada Border Services Agency.
2. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in customs brokerage or a related field.
3. Strong computer skills, preferred experience using CANData.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Great attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.

Preferred:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics or similar field.
2. 10 years experience in customs brokerage including client contact.
3. Basic knowledge of simple coding languages.

CJ Logistics America About Statement:

CJ Logistics America delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics America is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

CJ Logistics America is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics America participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.