Senior Consultant

Company Description
"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

Organic Growth – Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.

• 15,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

The Senior Consultant position is in Tradewin Canada, a division of Expeditors Canada Inc. A professional trade consulting practice that provides creative and effective solutions in regulatory compliance, logistics, and trade data management. Our international trade services include: Import and Export Consulting, Classification, Trade Preference Programs, Duty Mitigation, and Supply Chain Security. As a team, we work to assess complicated situations, maneuver through regulatory hurdles, and implement solutions that meet both the letter of the law and the spirit of your business.

Job Description
Scope of Position:
You should have the ability to develop opportunities in the various aspects of customs from our Canadian and international offices. You must be comfortable working closely with clients, staff, the CBSA and other government agencies. Strong communication skills will be required to be able achieve your goals with clients, the government and the team.

Classify our clients' products using a working knowledge and demonstrated ability to properly navigate and interpret the Harmonized Tariff System. You must possess the ability to read, understand and apply the general rules of interpretation (GRI's), section & chapter notes and have a good understanding of Customs' rulings, including Customs' ruling database.

The Senior Consultant will need to understand import valuation and the trade agreements that Canada is a party to. They will need to have the ability to manage their projects and work closely with the team to complete the projects within the requited time limits.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification of imported products
• Researching and interpreting Customs rulings for HS classification determination
• Research OGA, ADD/CVD, Quota/Permit requirements
• Effectively use reference sources, such as the HS Tariff schedule and Explanatory Notes
• Prepare, submit and manage binding classification ruling requests to the CBSA.
• Working knowledge of Customs Valuation and its interpretation.
• Understanding of international trade agreements
• Understanding of Canadian export regulations
• Understanding of and experience working within the CBSA CARM Client Portal
• Communicating with domestic and international clients' offices, building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships
• Corresponding with the CBSA.
• Active participation in the sales process including attending meetings with clients.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to management, peers and clients
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Meet company standard of 52 hours of training per year
• Be dedicated to the success of Tradewin using ethical business practices at all times

Qualifications

• Either CCS or CTCS are preferred
• Canadian Customs Broker License or willingness to actively obtain
• Demonstrated customer service skills and proven interpersonal skills
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an international trade environment
• Required knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, CRM
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superior analytical skills with a strong ability to logically document and explain processes
• Investigative and problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus

Expeditors Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) within our recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process please contact Employee Relations