Trade Compliance Specialist

Finning Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery company in Canada is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to manage compliance with import and export laws. Responsibilities include auditing trade processes, managing compliance data, and engaging with vendors and government agencies. The ideal candidate has a degree in international trade and 5-10 years of relevant experience. We promote diversity and inclusion in our hiring processes.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years experience in customs and trade compliance.
• Training in BIS and CARM experience is advantageous.
• Experience with export reporting and customs broker status is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and audit compliance programs for trade laws.
• Manage trade compliance data and process improvements.
• Serve as the primary resource for import/export topics.

Skills

Interpersonal and relationship skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or degree in international trade or logistics

Certifications in customs or trade compliance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Company: Finning Canada

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: Reporting to the Manager, Trade Compliance, this position is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and auditing programs, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with import and export laws and regulations. Responsibilities include managing trade compliance data and process improvements, duty recovery and minimization, creating and managing HS and ECCN classifications, and providing daily operational support.

This role acts as a liaison between vendors, government agencies, and Finning stakeholders. It owns duty recovery projects and collaborates with team members on import and export operational duties.

Job Description:

Major Job Responsibilities:

1. Process improvements, controls and data management: 60%
   • Serve as Finning’s resource for import/export topics for internal stakeholders.
   • Review, audit, and implement trade compliance processes for Finning and its subsidiaries.
   • Represent Finning in external stakeholder interactions.
   • Enforce trade compliance policies.
   • Create USMCA certification and review processes.
   • Classify HS codes for parts, attachments, and equipment.
   • Analyze import/export databases for data integrity.
   • Audit part descriptions and HS codes for accuracy.
   • Update customs brokerage system data.
   • Assist in managing the Controls Goods Program.
   • Manage the CARM system for Finning and its subsidiaries.
   • Review valuation issues and advise as needed.
   • Manage Health Canada Precursor Registration and licenses.
   • Coordinate customs bonds and payments.
   • Review and improve customs processes for efficiency and cost reduction.
   • Stay current with customs regulations and advise stakeholders.
   • Collaborate with vendors to monitor and reduce import costs and own FTA mitigation.
   • Assist with import/export licenses and permits.
   • Handle emerging priorities.
2. Duty recovery and minimization: 20%
   • Review customs reports for duty recovery opportunities.
   • Analyze parts database for duty recovery.
   • Build relationships with Caterpillar and customs consultants.
   • Manage duty deferral and drawback programs.
   • Ensure compliance with end-use and end-user documentation.
3. Daily operational support: 20%
   • Manage import/export documents and screening.
   • Coordinate with agencies and carriers to expedite shipments.
   • Quote costs and advise on compliance.
   • Assist with ETA processing, bonds, and reporting systems.
   • Review high-value invoices.
   • Support export controls and reporting.
   • Perform other duties as assigned.

Accountability:

• Act as HS and ECCN compliance champion.
• Ensure compliance levels are met.
• Generate savings from duty recovery.
• Improve export database quality.
• Manage KPIs including on-time clearance.

Education & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in international trade, logistics, or related fields.
• Certifications in customs or trade compliance preferred.
• 5-10+ years experience in customs, trade compliance, and duty recovery.
• Training in BIS and experience with CARM and Single Window advantageous.
• Experience with vehicle emission regulations, export reporting, and licensed customs broker status is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Power BI.

Knowledge:

• Export control regulations (US and Canada).
• Environmental and safety regulations.
• Supply chain and logistics operations.
• Trade agreements like USMCA.
• HS tariff, ECL, and ECCN classifications.
• Supply chain security programs.
• Business and financial acumen.
• Duties recovery programs.

Soft Skills:

• Interpersonal and relationship skills.
• Attention to detail and urgency.
• Decision-making and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and training abilities.
• Teamwork and influence skills.
• Ethical standards and change management.
• Research and impact communication skills.

Finning promotes diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process.