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IKO Trade Compliance Specialist in Mississauga, Ontario
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring we maintain compliance with all cross-border shipments and are current on all reporting requirements. This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in our Mississauga office.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive compensation/pay package - $85,000-$115,000
Dental/Vision/Medical benefits
Life Insurance
Health Spending Account
Employee Support and Mental Wellness
Competitive matched retirement savings program – 401k (US) / RRSP (Canada)
Be part of a long-standing and stable industry leader
WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE
Maintain a master list of tariff classifications including supporting documentation for classification
Contact secondary suppliers to determine the trade status of purchased products
Supply required paperwork to end-user customers when required
Liaise with Brokers and Supply Chain to ensure the smooth movement of goods across borders
Manage all inquiries and audit requests with CBSA and US CBP
Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding classification, duty rates, documentation requirements, or other import-related matters
Ensure data integrity with all electronic filings with brokers and government agencies for shipment activity
Be a champion for upcoming and significant changes in cross-border shipment reporting to ensure we maintain our favored trading status
Continuously monitor evolving rules and guidelines with government agencies, assessing the impact on all IKO companies and ensuring we are proactively responding to changes to remain compliant
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Minimum 5 years of Customs and Trade operations experience, preferably in manufacturing
Strong understanding of the requirements to maintain compliance with all regulatory policies for cross-border shipments
Strong technical knowledge of Trade Agreements (USMCA etc.) and international customs legislation, compliance, and security practices
Proficient working in an advanced ERP environment (preferably JDE experience) along with advanced MSOffice functionality
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) is an asset
Established hands-on experience in dealing with Canadian and US customs authorities
Detail-focused and committed to meeting challenging deadlines and remaining current on all regulatory requirements
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with both external and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance
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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.