Operational Care Representative, Customs (Weekend Shift)

Job description

The Toronto (Mississauga) branch of Kuehne + Nagel are in search for an operational professional to join their Customs Brokerage team for the weekend shift.

Your Role

The Operational Care Rep will be responsible for the preparation of customs entries and forwarding freight to designated locations.

Your Responsibilities

•    File break/down, classifying data entry, photocopying, scanning and some assembling of entries.
•    Auditing commercial documents, applying harmonized tariff schedule code for accurate duty assessment and to ensure all federal requirements are met.
•    Document review and assessment of accuracy, verifying country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that compliance and federal regulation requirements are achieved.
•    Daily follow up on documentation discrepancy issues which requires the ability to troubleshoot and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers and foreign origins.
•    All other task as assigned by supervisor and or manager.
•    Position may require a weekend schedule on a department rotation basis and not limited to working a holiday schedule based on the needs of the operation and requirements of the account.
•    Ensure all Across, Cadex and CW warnings are actioned in a timely Manner
•    Read and follow client notes, SOP as well as any and all updates necessary to process in a timely and compliant manner.
•    Make the CCR aware of any occurrences that may prevent the compliant release of any goods.

Your Skills and Experiences

Professional experience required:
- Certified Customs Specialist certified or grandfathered from original CSCB certification program with a minimum 10 years of direct Canadian Customs Tariff classification experience.
- Excellent grasp of tariff classification, OGD requirements, permits, amendments, NAFTAs, etc.
- Capable of researching products online and asking clients pertinent questions for accurate classifications.
- Knowledge of Windows programs and a good understanding and experience with general internet navigation.
- Experience with all modes of transport, air, truck, rail and ocean.
- Solid time management and organizational skills.
- Must be able to work effectively while under pressure and to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated history of meeting goals with little supervision.

Knowledge required:
- Ensure all Customs declarations are compliant with applicable government regulations.
- Liaise with clients, freight forwarders and other agents to ensure an efficient and smooth transaction.
- Identify and prepare required commercial data, documents, and/or rulings.
- Determine and/or verify harmonized tariff classifications and valuation.
- Work closely with clients to answer questions related to shipments, offer suggestions/options, and support them in submitting declarations in a timely manner.
- Maintain working knowledge of both current and pending Customs and other agency regulations and policies.
- Alert and work closely with clients or prospects on new compliance or regulatory issues.
- Nurture strong client relationships

Skills required:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex requirements and compose an effective business letter
- Good team working skills with experience of supporting individuals and contributing to team performance
- Excellent judgement and reasoning skills with the ability to evaluate complex clearances and determine the most appropriate solution for the company and customer within legal parameters
- In depth working knowledge of local country customs and trade regulations and processes with a good working knowledge of the principles of international trade with relevant industry experience e.g. forwarder, integrator, broker etc
- Excellent self-organisational skills with experience of determining workable timelines for self/others and of meeting prescribed deadlines

Good Reasons to Join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.","industry":"Logistics","datePosted":"2020-09-23T00:00:00.000Z