Trade/Customs Compliance Specialist

Forge Consulting Group; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trade/Customs Compliance Specialist to join their dynamic team in Windsor. This role involves managing duty drawback projects, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and supporting logistics operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. This growth-oriented organization fosters a friendly workplace culture where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers. If you are passionate about trade compliance and looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in trade and customs compliance.
• Knowledge of duty drawback regulations and international documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage duty drawback projects and post summary corrections.
• Maintain relationships for compliance and support logistics activities.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Research Skills

Intermediate Keyboarding Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Diploma in Transportation/International Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

CMS – ERP system

Job description

Our client, a leader in Tooling and Stamping, has an immediate opportunity for a Trade/Customs Compliance Specialist in their Windsor, Ontario Manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a high level of knowledge about trade and customs documentation needed to efficiently and effectively support the logistics team. This company is offering a competitive base salary, with full benefits and the opportunity for advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for completing duty drawback related projects, post summary correction and FTA reconciliation for clients.
2. Provide management of collecting information, uploading/keying data into software, analyzing, calculating claims and filing with CBP.
3. Support any post filing activities which include but are not limited to: KPIs, responding to CF 28/CF 29 forms.
4. Ensures timely follow-up with supplier/customer contacts to obtain necessary documentation which includes but are not limited to, import entry details, payment details, inventory details, export details and bills of material.
5. Maintain customer and vendor relationships for compliance purposes.
6. Perform as an integral part of the compliance team.
7. Participate in meetings and work together as a team to complete projects.
8. Utilizing provided software to organize and manage workload internally.
9. Following the organizational procedures.
10. Use analytical skills in problem solving a variety of situations.
11. Create reports, assist in drafting compliance processes and work instructions.
12. Preparation of USMCA documents, part content forms, LVC for all customers.
13. Communicate with suppliers to request their annual USMCA form submissions.
14. Maintenance of tariff classifications in CMS – ERP system.
15. Other related logistic functions as assigned.
16. Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality, Human Resources policies, and the Employee Handbook.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Transportation/ International Business, or related discipline.
2. Minimum 5 years experience in the field.
3. US Customs broker’s license (LCB) and/or CCS designation preferred but not required.
4. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of the duty drawback regulations.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools with advanced knowledge of Excel.
6. Intermediate keyboarding skills.
7. Good research and analytical skills with strong attention to detail and organization skills.
8. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
9. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
10. Working knowledge of the Logistics functions more specifically international documentation and bill of materials.

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Forge Consulting is a growth-oriented organization determined to enable our people to realize their potential. Our office culture fosters a friendly, open-minded workplace where employees are encouraged to find balance with their personal and work life. As a member of a dynamic, energy driven team, each employee is eager to learn, valued for their contributions, and approaches each day excited to grow themselves and the company further.