Job Description

Customs and Compliance Manager - Full Time, Permanent, Immediate - On Site Role- $65,000. - $75,000.

Link Product Solutions Limited is one of Canada's fastest-growing suppliers of Seasonal, Stationery, and General Merchandise products to independent and major retailers across North America, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Based in Vaughan, Ontario, we operate from a 150,000 sq. ft. office, distribution, and showroom facility, supported by offsite satellite warehouses.

Benefits of joining us:

On Site Role- Days/Hours of Work: Monday to Friday - 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. (35 hours weekly) Comprehensive fully paid premium for Company Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/AD/D & Life Insurance Multicultural, diverse, environment which highly values family, exchange of ideas with a supportive and positive tea Company Events, Free Parking

Position Summary:

The Customs and Compliance Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects of import and export customs clearance including cost effective freight management. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, independent, hands-on,self-starter with a proven track record in all aspects of Customs and Compliance management; establishing standard operating procedures and the implementation of effective systems to support the Company's vision, goals and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities but not limited to the following:

Full responsibility for managing all aspects of Customs and Compliance
Working closely with Canada Customs, US customs, their corresponding
regulatory bodies and our various company partners to facilitate all cross border
trade into and out of Canada and the United states.
Audit commercial documents and apply harmonized tariff schedule codes
for accurate duty assessment
Manage all import and export licensing for the company and its affiliates
Liaise with Marketing/Buying Teams to provide Customs expertise on
current and proposed products to be sourced. i.e. duty rates, tariff
treatments,
Provide input into the appropriate import declaration and regulatory
governance of participating Government Agencies (Canada) or Partnering
Government Agencies (USA).
Manage, develops and maintains company's product database - adds new
commodities/HS/Tariff treatment/Tariff codes, etc.
Selection, approval and ongoing review of preferred Customs and logistics
partners for land, air and ocean shipments with emphasis on rate
negotiation, service expectations and on time performance
Classify transport and hazard requirements and customs tariffs
Manage companies CPSC database including Conformity Certificates and
lab reporting from overseas vendors
Manage problems that might arise related to the companies import and
export transactions.
Assist the shipping teams when needed to ensure accuracy on export
documents. Export HTS on B13's and ERP systems.
Manage Vendor USMCA Certificates
Rate shopping carriers for US bound shipments and large domestic
shipments
Managing the booking of delivery appointments through customer booking
portals
Working directly with vendors, customers, our overseas offices, company
brokers and other partners to meet company objectives
Keep updated on regulatory and general compliance for accuracy and to
provide guidance
Provide in house staff training on procedures and processes; respond to
questions/provide direction/add information as required
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years related customs and compliance experience with knowledge of Canada Customs and OGD requirements, procedures and regulations. Designation of CCS - Certified Customs Specialist; or LCB - Licensed Customs Broker - designation. CTCS - Certified Trade Compliance Specialist either attained, or in progress is preferred. Knowledge of and keeping updated on all Canada Customs and OGD requirements, procedures and regulations

Familiar with industry related websites to search for information - CRA,
CFIA, RIV, etc.
Proficient knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule and regulations
required
Strong technical skills in the field of Canadian Customs Compliance as
well as an informed understanding of knowledge of CAED, CERS -
Canada Export Reporting System; CBSA and the CFIA - Canadian Food
Inspection Agency, USMCA, FDA, CPSC
Proficient in using MS Office with advanced excel skills
Detail and result oriented with excellent organizational and time
management skills
Strong professional communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

If you are a passionate and hands-on - Customs and Compliance Manager that meets the above criteria, we would like to hear from you. Send us an updated resume to hr@linkproducts.ca.

We thank all applicants, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please visit our website at www.linkproducts.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Application question(s):

Do you have a driver's license and vehicle
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Customs & Compliance: 5 years (required)
Language:

English Fluently (required)
Licence/Certification:

Certified Trade Compliance certification (required)
Location:

Concord, ON L4K 3N7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person