Trade Compliance Specialist

Overview Job Title: Trade Compliance Specialist (Permanent, Full Time) Location(s): Downtown Toronto (position requires some travel to stores; presence at the office 5 days a week is preferred) Reporting to: Global Trade - Manager Trade Compliance Specialist Shape the Future of LifeWear in Canada At UNIQLO Canada, we don’t just sell clothes - we innovate essential styles for everyday life. As a global leader in high-quality, affordable apparel, we’re expanding our Canadian presence rapidly. Joining our dynamic Merchandising team to drive strategic growth, optimize inventory, and bring the magic of LifeWear to communities nationwide. As part of the world’s third-largest apparel retailer, UNIQLO operates in 25+ countries, with a mission to create clothing that enhances everyday life. Our business is built on a unique model of efficiency, customer-first retail, making UNIQLO one of the most exciting global brands to work for. What you’ll do Key Responsibilities: HS Management: Maintain accuracy and consistency of HS classifications for all Canadian imports and exports. Conduct pre-export and post-importation checks to ensure compliance with CBSA requirements. Coordinate with customs brokers, supply chain, and production teams to resolve information requests. Prepare and submit ruling requests for complex items to CBSA. FTA Management: Review import declaration data weekly to confirm eligibility for Canadian preference programs (CPTPP, LDC). Validate Certificates of Origin prior to import declarations to minimize refund claims. Oversee the refund process for air shipments and delayed Certificates of Origin. Revenue Management Collaborate with Finance to monitor notifications from the CARM portal. Support bond renewal processes and ensure sufficiency levels per CBSA requirements. Perform weekly reconciliations of FOB values versus declared values and investigate discrepancies. Facilitate refund applications and recovery of overpaid duties. Periodically review additions and deductions to transaction values for compliance with Canadian customs valuation rules. Broker Management & Compliance Reporting Respond to daily broker inquiries to ensure smooth import operations. Prepare and submit monthly compliance reports to the CFO, providing visibility and accountability for all trade compliance. What you bring Bachelor’s degree or diploma in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 4+ years of experience in Customs Compliance within a Canadian context. Strong knowledge of HS classification, customs valuation, and CBSA regulations. Familiarity with Canadian preference programs (CPTPP, LDC) and preferential rules of origin. Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting. Experience with Microsoft Copilot (Office 365) for workflow automation and document drafting is a plus. CCS designation (preferred but not required). Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. What We Offer A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your decisions drive real business impact Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits Work in a modern office which is easily accessible by public transportation A high-visibility role with collaboration across global and regional executive teams Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and performance Join our team: If you live for data but love fashion, thrive on strategy but sweat the details - we want to hear from you. Join us and help redefine Canadian retail. We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm of all applicants. While every application is carefully reviewed, only candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements of the position will be contacted. ABOUT US Welcome to UNIQLO, where our journey from a single store in Hiroshima to a global brand embodies the essence of Japanese simplicity and innovation. Our founder, Tadashi Yanai, envisioned a company that transcends traditional fashion, focusing instead on creating clothing that serves the everyday needs of people worldwide. This vision gave birth to our LifeWear concept—apparel that is simple, yet essential; designed to meet everyday needs. Our name, UNIQLO, is a blend of ‘unique’ and ‘clothing,’ symbolizing our mission to provide distinctive apparel that meets universal needs. We invite you to embrace our core values of simplicity, quality, and continuous improvement. Together, we will continue to innovate and inspire, bringing the best of Japanese craftsmanship and philosophy to wardrobes around the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr