Job Description

Montreal Quebec CanadaWho we arePriority Worldwide is a fast-growing leader in freight forwarding. We put sustainability as a core component of our company and a focus of our mission statement. We are fully committed to our corporate environmental responsibility and have taken substantial actions to enhance the working environment for our employees and reduce our impact on this planet.Position OverviewThe Customs Broker will play a pivotal role in the daily operation of Priority\'s import department. The candidate must possess proven experience handling import files and a well-versed knowledge of customs regulations, tariffs, and classifications. The ideal candidate must also be willing to actively participate in continuing education of themselves, employees, and customers. Attention to detail and willingness to learn are essential qualities. Candidates must be accommodating to different cultures and willing to work with people that may possess few English-speaking skills.Basic Duties:

• Ensure carnets, licenses, etc. are properly maintained, tracked, and returned
• Monitor and handle import shipments to completion and adherence to quality standards
• Oversee and process daily customs entries
• Perform customs declaration audits
• Ensure internal compliance with the relevant regulatory agencies
• Register Non-Resident Importer accounts for GST and Bonds
• Renew/cancel annual GST and Non-Resident Duty/Tax bonds
• Checking and lodging entries
• Applying for tariff concessions
• Preparing refund/duty drawbacks
• Maintain and nurture a healthy relationship with clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies
• Have full grasp of CARM, be able to educate clients and help with Bond requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable government regulations and industry standards, including the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), and the World Customs Organization (WCO).

Key Qualities:

• Licensed Customs Broker
• Bilingual in French and English
• Knowledge in entry preparation, classifying and compiling
• Experience working in CargoWise
• Excellent customer service skills

Benefits and Compensation:Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

• Salary $60-$70K CAD, commensurate with experience
• Supplemental Benefits Package (Extended Health, Life)
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 5 Personal Paid Days Off
• RRSP & DPSP Retirement Plan with 3% company matching
• Annual bonus program
• 3 Days of Paid Time off for Volunteer Work

Compensation details: 60000-70000 Yearly SalaryPI825666260c76-8722-32872825

Priority Worldwide