Export Compliance Specialist

3 days ago


Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada Coulson Group of Companies Full time

About Coulson Aviation

Coulson Aviation is a leading global aerial firefighting company operating in the USA, Canada, Australia, and Chile. With a fleet of large aerial firefighting aircraft, we provide rapid aerial fire suppression services, including initial attack and extended attack protocols.

As a part of The Coulson Group of Companies, we are a financially stable and growing organization with 63 years of experience in the industry.

We are seeking a highly skilled Export Compliance Specialist to join our team in Thermal, CA (preferred) or Port Alberni, BC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and manage accounts with Canadian, US & Global customs brokers
  • Liaise with vendors to ensure compliance with CBSA requirements for inbound freight and documentation
  • Utilize commercial/customs invoices upon arrival at our facilities to support customs clearance
  • Work with our broker during Customs audits
  • Liaise with our broker regarding trade eligibility and restrictions, valuation and taxation implications, free trade agreements, and duty/HS tariff classification
  • Work with our broker's staff to identify customer-owned material shipments and 100% of customer-owned material on Customs and freight invoices
  • Ensure Coulson Aviation meets certification requirements in support of CBSA, US Customs, Transport Canada, FAA, and other applicable regulatory requirements
  • Develop, update, and map Customs processes to ensure compliance
  • Coordinate after-hours clearances with Customs brokers
  • Identify options for reducing Customs billing costs
  • Review customs, duties, and freight invoices to validate charges for approval
  • Take the initiative to provide excellent service to internal and external customers
  • Analyze and monitor national and international export control regulations for relevance and applicability to the Aviation division of companies and how they relate to ex-military aircraft
  • Represent the Company as a technical expert when speaking with the Department of State, Department of Commerce, and ATF Representatives
  • Apply for all export and import licenses, maintain required export and import documentation according to U.S. law and Company policy
  • Ensure the export classification of each item that may be exported is current
  • Maintain a database of export classifications

Requirements

  • Degree in Commerce or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Logistics, International Trade, and Customs processes
  • Working knowledge of the U.S. GT regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • Expertise in US Export Control Laws and Regulations and working knowledge of Canada and EU Export Control regulations
  • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation is required (or working towards)
  • Certified Trade Compliance Specialist (CTCS) designation is an asset
  • Demonstrated use of integrated business ERP systems
  • Demonstrated experience with CBSA/US Customs regulations is an asset
  • Experience specific to freight HS tariff classifications is an asset
  • Proactive problem-solving and advanced trouble-shooting skills
  • Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills at all levels
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and decision-making skills
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills in MS Office and process mapping programs
  • Working knowledge of the aircraft industry is an asset
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Strong planning and organizing skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • High level of Accountability & Dependability
  • High attention given to Compliance & Quality


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