Manager, Customs

HR4You Inc
CA - Ontario - toronto
November 6, 2024

My client is seeking a Manager, Customs who is an expert in international trade regulations and customs compliance. In this role, they will oversee the company's adherence to international trade regulations.

Reporting to the President, the Manager, Customs will act as a liaison between Importers/ Exporters and the CBSA - Canadian Border Service Agency, ensuring compliances with all federal and provincial regulations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Oversee customs brokerage operations for the company.
Manage a team of customs specialists.
Develop and implement customs compliance strategies for the company and ensure adherence to all SOPs.
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to customs and trade compliance.
Oversee the filing and processing of customs entries and ensure their accuracy.
Provide guidance and support to the customs team on customs compliance matters to meet broker's compliance standards as required by CBSA.
Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop strategies for improving customs compliance.
Stay up-to-date on changes to customs regulations and communicate relevant information to impacted teams.
Manage relationships with customs authorities and external partners to ensure compliance with all customs requirements.
Train employees on customs compliance policies and procedures and monitor their adherence to them.
Prepare reports and updates for senior management on customs affairs.
Review profitability and growth of the department.
Ad hoc duties as required.

Qualifications Include:

At least 10 years of experience in customs compliance or related field
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) OR CTCS
Customs Broker license
CBSA Professional Designation is an asset
Strong knowledge of CBSA Regulations and the Canadian Customs
Working experience in international logistics / supply chain industry
Ability to develop and implement customs compliance policies and procedures
Experience in managing a team and providing leadership to ensure compliance with customs regulations
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex customs regulations to different stakeholders
Experience in conducting internal audits and assessments to ensure compliance with customs regulations
Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to ensure compliance with customs regulations
Experience in developing and delivering customs compliance training programs to employees
Strong and current knowledge of technology platforms, MS Office products, and ability to quickly adapt to new software

Our Commitment to You:

Being inclusive is simply welcoming you to be yourself!

Our intention is to foster trust and respect and encourage diversity and equity for every candidate wanting to be part of the team.

We aim to reduce barriers in the workplace and to take actions to enable accessibility for all!

If you require any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at carm@hr4you.ca.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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