Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist

Armacell Canada is a leading manufacturer of polyethylene foam products, specializing in innovative insulation solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Located in Brampton, Ontario, Armacell Canada operates under the global Armacell brand and is recognized as the inventor of flexible foam for equipment insulation and a pioneer in engineered foams.

Our product portfolio includes thermal and acoustic insulation materials, recycled PET foams, and advanced technologies like aerogel and passive fire protection systems. With a strong commitment to safety, performance, and environmental responsibility, Armacell Canada supports a wide range of industries including construction, automotive, and packaging.

We are seeking a Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of import/export regulations and a passion for process optimization and compliance. You will play a key role in ensuring our international trade operations meet all regulatory requirements while supporting business efficiency.

**Job Summary**

Since global trade regulations affect the global activities of each operating group, the actions of the individual in this position will impact the entire corporation. Affected activities will include: import, export and re-export of commodities between foreign company locations, distributors and customers; anti-boycott compliance; sanctions policies; Incoterms, and power of attorney and broker/forwarder management.

Exporting volume constitutes a large percentage of Armacell Canada’s sales and involves thousands of products. Compliance in this area is mandatory. This position will interface with all internal organizations, including, but not limited to: Business Areas, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and R&D.

**Responsibilities**:

- Act as an advisor to Armacell Canada on trade compliance including Armacell Canada exports and their US imports.
- Ensure full compliance and timely resolution for the assignment of HTS classifications for import and export shipments.
- Subject matter expert on Canadian and US Customs valuation.
- Collect, analyze, and evaluate company data and processes to identify risk & opportunities for standardizing and streamlining processes across business units.
- Strong working knowledge of USMCA and other Canadian Free Trade Agreements.
- Influence business practices to implement and utilize automated solutions.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders (business unit management, department leadership, US Customs & Trade Compliance Manager) on cross company activities promoting process optimization.
- Identify, capture, collect, monitor key metrics (KPI’s) for development of business strategies and presentation to management.
- Develop, implement, and enforce guidelines, solutions and plans to optimize processes in area of responsibility.
- Supports regular training to targeted business unit groups on import and export compliance topics.
- Implementation of Customs Compliance processes within the ERP/business unit.

**Job Qualifications and Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree
- CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) or CTCS (Certified Trade Compliance Specialist) Certification Designation in good standing.
- Minimum 5-7 years of business experience dealing in customer engagement, order fulfillment, and experience working with forwarding agents, customs brokers, and government agencies.
- Manufacturing and operations background.
- USMCA and other Canadian Free Trade Agreements.
- Direct experience with determining Canadian and US HTS classifications.
- Subject matter expertise on customs valuation.
- Hands-on experience with ERP, preferably SAP.
- Strong written and verbal communication / interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Presentation skills.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $63,753.06-$70,107.47 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- CCS or CTCS Certification (required)

Work Location: In person