Customs Associate

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What You Can Expect :

• Prepare and process import/export documents and other forms on behalf of clients according to customs regulations, laws, and procedures.
• Arrange for payment of duties, taxes, storage, and transportation of imported goods and bonds to cover duty goods.
• Quote duty and tax rates on commodities for clients and update client profiles with proper HS codes, tariff treatments, change of address, and vendor information.
• Ensure entries are processed in a timely manner to avoid storage and delays to customers.
• Closing of entries within required time to avoid penalties.
• Answer customer queries about the status of shipments.
• Communicate with agents on customs issues to resolve problems with shipments.
• Support duty drawback processes and Canadian Duty Deferral program compliance.
• When necessary, go to Canada Customs Office and obtain a release of shipment.
• Surrender Bill of Lading: send original bills of lading to steamship lines to obtain a release of freight.
• Rating and clearing of HVS and LVS shipments.
• Sub Agency entries (Billing, faxing, deliveries, payables, pick-up of advice notes, customs clearances).
• Maintain and update client profile with proper H.S codes, Tariff Treatments, change of address, vendor information.
• Communicate with agents on customs issues to resolve problems with shipments.
• Due to the requirement of the role to periodically travel to and from the airport, the role requires the incumbent to have their own transportation vehicle.
• Participates in the rotational After-Hours Program in Customs.
• Additional hours may be required during peak periods to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• 1 - 2 years of experience in a Customs support role
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) a strong asset
• Strong knowledge of global supply chain and logistics process
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a focus on relationship building
• Mathematical and Financial Skills: Ability to work with numbers, spreadsheets, financial documents, and data entry software
• Strong attention to detail required for documentation and daily duties
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a high pace environment
• Refined problem-solving and negotiating skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, with intermediate Excel skills preferred
• Ability to provide after hours, weekends, and statutory holiday support as needed

Information :

• Company : Rhenus Group
• Position : Customs Associate
• Location : Mississauga, ON
• Country : CA