Customs Brokerage/Compliance - Trade Specialist

Company Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design.

Job Summary:

Job Summary:

The Trade Specialist is responsible for ensuring full compliance with CBSA regulations. This includes classifying goods using HS codes, preparing and managing import/export documentation, calculating duties and taxes, and leveraging trade agreements such as CUSMA to optimize shipments. The role also ensures smooth cross-border operations and timely movement of goods.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all import/export regulations across regions.
• Manage daily shipment clearance by collaborating with business units and providing guidance to customs brokers.
• Oversee daily shipment clearance, collaborating with business units and customs brokers.
• Verify import details (product value, P.O. numbers, part numbers, country of origin) and clarify importer responsibilities.
• Classify products using global systems, confirm HTS codes with the Global Trade Compliance team for complex items.
• Communicate with suppliers, internal teams, and customs brokers to ensure smooth, compliant imports and resolve entry issues.
• Handle post-entry requests: corrections, amendments, and refund claims.
• Oversee CBSA compliance verification, post-audit requirements, and importer responsibilities.
• Monitor changes in customs laws, tariffs, trade agreements, and government regulations, and share updates internally.
• Assess risks, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions for both routine and complex customs-related matters.
• Support development and execution of AMR customs compliance processes, metrics, and reporting.
• Analyze import reports and in-house customs systems to identify risks, deficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform additional duties as required to support cross-border trade compliance.

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma
• Customs Certified Specialist (CCS)
• CTCS – asset
• Professional license - asset

**What We Offer! **

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage)

RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency.

Posting is for an existing vacancy.