Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist

7 months ago

Burnaby, Canada Mustang Survival Full time

**WHO WE ARE**

At Mustang Survival, our vision is to enable the ultimate on-water experience. We seek to become the pinnacle waterlife brand by offering authentic, innovative product solutions that instill confidence and trust in our consumers. We require talented, motivated, inspired individuals at all levels of the organization to ensure that we remain true to what we stand for. If you are someone who has curiosity, passion for excellence, and a desire to drive innovative product solutions, come and join us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in delivering the ultimate water life user experience.

**OBJECTIVE**

The Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist (CTCS) is responsible for providing regulatory compliance guidance for the import and export of raw materials and finished goods traded by Mustang.

The CTCS develops, implements, manages and maintains overall customs compliance procedures to ensure Mustang is compliant with all aspects of importing and exporting regulations including Canada and U.S. Customs, as well as other various agencies, laws and regulations. The CTCS will act as the first point of contact for daily interactions with brokers and customs officials to ensure timely clearance through Customs.

This position will also oversee the Customs Compliance Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and provide guidance and recommendations to enhance Mustang’s ongoing compliance efforts. This will include developing and implementing an internal Customs Compliance Audit Program, (including conducting risk assessments and monitoring of brokers, third party agents and suppliers) and work with Mustang operations, brokers and auditors to address identified issues. The CTCS will work with purchasing, customer experience, logistics and order fulfillment in a team-oriented and consultative manner as well as representing the company to external partners, Customs Agencies and customers as required.

**STRUCTURE**

The Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist, reports directly to the Director, Global Sourcing & Supply Chain. This position works closely with Purchasing, Customer Experience, Logistics and Order Fulfillment. This position has no direct reports.

**KEY RESULT AREAS**

**Key Result #1 - Regulatory Compliance (40%)**
- Develop and coordinate the implementation of internal policies and procedures designed to comply with Canadian, US and foreign import/export regulations (i.e. classifications, valuation, quantity, origin and trade agreements); and recommend changes to import/export compliance policies based upon regulatory developments.
- Responds to Government Agencies’ Requests for Information and Notice of Action (i.e. CF 28, CF 29).
- Continuously monitor governmental and industry developments (i.e. customs compliance, HTS, USMCA/CUSMA) and maintain current information on all import/export regulations.
- Ensure Reasonable Care as set out in the Tariff Act.
- Maintain an accurate tariff classification database within NetSuite, including raw materials and finished goods for current and pending products.
- Provide customer service and support to both internal and external customers through the entire supply chain to resolve a full variety of time sensitive Customs related issues.
- Prepare and maintain US and Canadian Customs Rulings for Mustang products.
- To organize and coordinate a compliance evaluation to review recordkeeping, classifications, valuations, special duty programs and all other aspects of a company’s compliance activities relative to current requirements. The CTCS will then recommend improvements and redesign processes and procedures resulting in less post-entry activity and lower risk of penalties.
- To develop and maintain on-going SOP’s and a centralized Customs and Trade Compliance Manual.

**Key Result #2 - Import & Export Documentation and Freight Movement (40%)**
- Work with forwarders and/or Logistics to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery of raw materials and finished goods (import and export).
- Review import and export documentation for brokers, freight forwarders and customers as required.
- Review B3 and CF7501’s on a daily basis to ensure accuracy and coordinate changes as required.
- Work closely with suppliers and vendors to ensure the most accurate and up-to-date classification.
- Manage USMCA/CUSMA compliance program for Mustang’s Canadian and US operations to reduce duties payable.
- Utilize government programs such as Canadian Goods Returning and US Goods Returning to minimize financial exposure on intercompany transfers.
- Identify opportunities for duty refunds and savings including trade agreements, duty drawback and remission orders.
- Work with the accounting department to ensure accurate GL coding for brokerage and duty charges.
- Prepare accurate and timely reports for team leaders including trend analyses, performance metric reports, productivity evaluations and high cost benefit analyses based on data extracted from interna

  • Logistics & Trade Compliance Specialist

    7 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada Delta-Q Technologies Full time

    **About Delta-Q Technologies**: **What We Value**: - Perseverance: We don’t give up when it’s hard. - Innovation: We improve our products and processes when it’s a competitive advantage. - Collaboration: We are one team. Respectful, open and honest. - Driving Results: We are here to win. We work hard to deliver on our commitments. Doing the Right...

  • Global Trade Compliance Lead

    1 month ago

    Burnaby, Canada Flora Manufacturing & Distributing Ltd. Full time

    **Job Overview** **Job Summary**: Reporting to the President & Owner, the Global Trade Compliance Lead is responsible for optimizing export order efficiency, managing logistics and customs compliance processes, liaising with customers, and Flora personnel to ensure efficient and timely deliveries of all orders, contributing to the overall success of...

  • Compliance Specialist

    7 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada FortisBC Full time

    **Branch**: Non-Regulated **Affiliation**: Management & Exempt **Employment Status**: Full-Time Regular **Salary Min**: $64,600.00 Annually **Salary Max**: $91,800.00 Annually **Short-term Incentive Eligible**: Yes **Workplace Flexibility**: Yes **Posting End Date**: Open until filled As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of...

  • Compliance Programs Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Burnaby, Canada BELFOR CANADA INC. Full time

    The Compliance Program Specialists for all areas in Canada. They will be assigned to the National Insurance Program to assist the BELFOR locations in maintaining brand integrity. They will achieve successful electronic job files per specific client standards and BELFOR requirements. The Compliance Program Specialist will conduct monthly performance meetings...

  • Compensation and Benefits Specialist

    9 hours ago

    Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Hays Specialist Recruitment Full time

    About the Role: Hays Specialist Recruitment is partnering with a rapidly growing Manufacturing Company based in British Columbia to find a highly skilled Payroll Specialist for a 3-month contract position, with potential for long-term employment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll management, excellent Excel skills, and the ability...

  • Sustainability and Compliance Specialist

    3 days ago

    Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Nano One Materials Corp. Full time

    About the RoleNano One Materials Corp. is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Professional to join our team as a Sustainability and Compliance Specialist.

  • Compliance Specialist

    3 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada Kardium Inc. Full time

    Your opportunity By joining the Kardium team, you can help make a difference in the lives of millions around the world. We have developed a ground-breaking medical device for the diagnosis and treatment of the most common heart rhythm disorder, atrial fibrillation - which can cause stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. Kardium’s...

  • Senior Compliance Risk Specialist

    1 month ago

    Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited Full time

    Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited is seeking a highly skilled Compliance Risk Specialist to join our team.About the RoleThis is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to our compliance program. Reporting directly to the Director, Compliance – West, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments...

  • Account Manager

    4 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada Electrical & Automation Industry Careers Full time

    Graybar Canada is looking for people with a desire to start a long-lasting career at one of the oldest and largest wholesale electrical distributors in Canada. Graybar Canada - a division of Graybar Electric US - is a leader in the distribution of high quality electrical, automation and telecommunications products that supports these operations through...

  • Transportation Compliance Specialist

    7 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada Kiewit Corporation Full time

    **Requisition ID**:169376 **Job Level**:Mid Level **Home District/Group**: Kiewit Equipment Services **Department**:Compliance **Market**:Transportation **Employment Type**:Full Time **POSITION OVERVIEW**: - As a Transportation Compliance Specialist, you are responsible for maintaining compliance within Kiewit's and Transport Canada’s policies and...

  • Compliance Specialist

    3 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada UniUni Full time

    **Who we are**: UniUni is a nationwide Canadian courier for e-commerce and logistics companies that is full of energy and determination. Our team and technology elevates and streamlines delivery services to meet customers’ demanding expectations. With over 15 million parcels delivered yearly, we have quickly established ourselves by providing excellent...

  • Accounts Receivable Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Burnaby, Canada Vega Full time

    About VEGA Vega is a high-growth, natural health food and supplement company on Profit Magazine’s Profit 100 list of fastest growing companies the last five years with a passion for people. Our premium, award-winning brand is at the forefront of the plant-based, whole food revolution. Named one of Canada’s Best Workplaces in Canada for 2016, we honor a...

  • Accounts Receivable Specialist

    6 days ago

    Burnaby, Canada Vega Full time

    About VEGA Vega is a premium, award-winning brand at the forefront of the plant-based, whole food revolution. We are committed to bringing sustainable plant-based nutrition to the world and we’re proud to be part of the B Corp movement; a commitment to meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency....

  • Reliability Compliance Specialist

    7 days ago

    Burnaby, Canada BC Hydro Full time

    Powered by water... and by people like you Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond during storms and...

  • Compliance Officer

    3 days ago

    Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Kardium Inc. Full time

    Job SummaryKardium Inc. is a pioneering medical device company that's changing the lives of millions worldwide. We're seeking an experienced Compliance Officer - Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Quality Assurance Team.About the RoleIn this role, you'll play a critical part in maintaining Kardium's Quality Management System (QMS). As a key member of...

  • Compliance Specialist

    2 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada UniUni Full time

    **Who Are We?** UniUni, a North American leader in last-mile logistics, delivers tens of millions of parcels annually in Canada, from Coast to Coast, and is rapidly expanding across the United States. Founded in 2019, UniUni’s tech-driven innovation and crowdsourcing delivery model offers fast, economical, and reliable services to local, national, and...

  • Foreperson, General Trades

    7 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Full time

    BCIT’s **Campus Planning and Facilities **department is seeking a **regular, full time (1.0 **FTE**) Foreperson, General Trades.** The Foreperson is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations within his or her specific area. This includes supervision of staff, delegating and monitoring work, planning and implementing safety preventative...

  • Project System Specialist

    4 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada Thales Full time

    About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get...

  • Manager, Facilities Services

    7 months ago

    Burnaby, Canada British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Full time

    BCIT’s **Campus Planning and Facilities** department is seeking a** regular, full time (1.0 **FTE**) Manager, Facilities Services (Electrical Trades). **This position participates as a member of the Campus Planning & Facilities management team and leads the maintenance and operations function in a manner consistent with industry best practices, ensuring a...

  • Foreperson, Mechanical Trades

    2 weeks ago

    Burnaby, Canada British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Full time

    BCIT’s Facilities & Campus Development Department is seeking a regular, full-time Mechanical Foreperson (1.0 FTE ). The Foreperson is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations within his or her specific area. This includes supervision of staff, delegating and monitoring work, planning and implementing safety preventative maintenance programs....