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Trade Compliance Specialist (12 months Contract)

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement · Logistics Management · Compliance & Regulatory

In short

Emerson Automation Solutions is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist for a 12-month contract role in Richmond Hill, Ontario. The specialist will provide international trade compliance support, manage import databases, and ensure accuracy of export documentation, reporting to the Regulatory Compliance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and action discrepancies in documentation for Customs clearance.
  • Verify, prepare, and process brokerage invoices for Accounts Payable.
  • Review customs broker invoices and reports for accuracy and timely action.
  • Liaise between customs brokers, service providers, government agencies, and Emerson Canadian locations for Trade Compliance support.
  • Identify inefficiencies and problem-solve for long-term solutions in Trade Compliance processes.
  • Uphold and promote trade compliance as set out by CBSA, CBP, and other foreign Customs Authorities.
  • Understand and communicate standard operating procedures and update them according to regulatory changes.
  • Manage, review, and action inquiries to ensure high-level trade compliance in import, export, and supply chain security.
  • Manage and maintain the import database, including USMCA/CUSMA data, anti-dumping and countervailing duty data, and OGD data.
  • Analyze export documentation for discrepancies and advise on revisions.
  • Address import overages, shortages, damages (O/S/D) and prepare necessary adjustments.
  • Review Canadian and US brokerage billing invoices for accuracy and request post-entry adjustments.
  • Communicate effectively with brokers, carriers, service providers, CBSA, and others via various channels.
  • Support customs brokers with issues, documentation, and account clarifications.
  • Ensure classification is completed in accordance with the Canadian Customs Tariff and US Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
  • Assist with USMCA/CUSMA renewal and examine certificates for validity.
  • Assist with month-end/year-end procedures, including duty and tax allocation and payment.
  • Review controlled exports for potential required authorization and apply for export permits/licenses.
  • Perform transaction and restricted party list (RPL) screening.
  • Conduct random product sample verification of inventory.
  • Utilize Archer Enterprise Risk and Management Tool for data validation and self-assessment.
  • Ensure ISO 9000 Policies/Procedures are followed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School graduation
  • Trade compliance / Customs (CBSA) diploma or any other post-secondary certificate
  • Must be available to work overtime, when needed
  • Experience in MS Office
  • High attention to detail
  • Excellent time management and communication skills
  • Ability to maneuver through complex policy, process, and people
  • Must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

Desired Qualifications

  • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or similar designation a plus
  • Actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development change
  • Comfortable working in a team environment

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary within the local market
  • Reward performance during the annual merit review process
  • Variety of medical insurance plans
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Family formation benefits
  • Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee resource groups
  • Recognition programs
  • Flexible time off plans (inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave)

Skills

MS Office
#Trade Compliance#Customs#CBSA#CBP#USMCA#CUSMA#Export Control#Risk Management#ISO 9000
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About Emerson

Emerson is a leading global technology, software, and engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and commercial markets. We help customers in the world’s most essential industries solve the biggest challenges of modern life. Every day, our global workforce fulfills our unified Purpose and lives out the Values we hold close as an organization: Integrity, Safety & Quality, Support Our People, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Innovation. Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world…

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Company

Emerson

Job Posted

2 days ago

Employment Type

Contract

Work mode

On Site

Salary

CA$75,000–80,000 / year

Experience Level

Associate

Locations

Richmond Hill, Canada

Qualification

Diploma, No Formal Education

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