We are looking for a custom broker for our company in Mississauga. Please see the below for more info on the role:
Duties
- Data Entry (accurate data entry for all documents).
- Answer customer queries about the status of shipments.
- Clear/Walk entries through Customs.
- When necessary, go to Canada Customs Office and obtain a release of shipment.
- Surrender Bills of Lading: send original bills of lading to steamship lines to obtain a release of freight.
- Rating and clearing of HVS and LVS shipments.
- Sub Agency entries (Billing, faxing, deliveries, payables, pick-up of advice notes, customs clearances).
- Billing.
- Maintain and update client profile with proper H.S codes, Tariff Treatments, change of address, vendor information.
- Communicate with agents on customs issues to resolve problems with shipments.
- Some travel may be required. Candidate may have to periodically travel to and from the airport.
Qualification
- Diploma in International Business or equivalent.
- Diploma in International Transportation and Customs from Seneca is considered an asset.
- Future aspirations to complete Certified Customs Specialist would be an asset (or being currently enrolled in the training portion of the Certification).
- Computer skills: Excel/Word/Fenix.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong organization skills.
- Mathematical/ Financial Skills: Ability to work with numbers, spreadsheets, and financial documents a definite asset.
- Attention to Detail and Accuracy a must: Strong attention to detail required for documentation and day to day tasks.