Job Description
International Trades Specialist
Position Summary
The primary function of this position will be to work closely with customs brokers and forwarders to ensure customs compliance, maintaining applicable databases, auditing customs entries, maintaining files and preparing documentation. Tracing shipments, preparing reports related to tariffs and duties, receiving verification, processing and approving invoices.
Performance Expectations
- Work closely with brokers and forwarders to ensure customs compliance, proper HS Classification / accurate paperwork is submitted/reported.
- Reviewing/auditing and amending customs entries if applicable, ensuring correct tariffs and duties are levied.
- Maintenance of databases in regard to shipments data, country of origin, HS tariff codes, tariffs and duties, vendor NAFTA data verification etc.
- Supporting preparation of customs documentation for all inbound and outbound components (parts, machinery, recon units, ocean containers).
- Contacting transportation companies, brokers, freight forwarders, booking & tracing shipments.
- Preparing reports, processing and approving invoices, receiving verification, drawbacks and special projects as required.
- Maintaining files and database records.
- Participating in training as required to maintain and enhance skill level and support other positions within department.
Credentials
- CCS Designation or equivalent or actively working towards it.
- Post-Secondary Education in Business, Trades, Supply Chain Management or related field.
Desired Characteristics
- Minimum 2+ years of experiences in a similar or related role.
- Experienced with customs/transportation requirements and inbound and outbound border crossing procedures.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Word and Outlook).
- Knowledgeable of import/export procedures, freight forwarding, able to secure compliance and operation in agreement with applicable laws are regulations.
- Able to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with various levels of the organization and service providers.
- Excellent attention to details and energetic in all duties, working in a fast-paced environment while shifting priorities.
What Linamar/Skyjack Has To Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Counsel
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
About Skyjack
Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry.
As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves.
In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.
Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the full requirements for this position.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request 