About this role
Education: College/CEGEP. Logistics, materials, and supply chain management. Traffic, customs and transportation clerk/technician. Work setting: Customs brokerage firm. Retail business. Tasks: Prepare and process import and export documents and other forms on behalf of clients. Inform clients on available cargo space, destinations, rates and departures. Arrange for payment of duties, taxes, storage and transportation of imported goods. Negotiate rates and terms. Arrange for bonds to cover duty goods. Quote duty and tax rates on commodities. Advise clients on export and import restrictions. Advise clients on tariff system. Negotiate price when purchasing or selling. Advise clients on insurance requirements and other custom related matters. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Canadian Society of Customs Brokers Certificate. Canadian Society of Customs Brokers Qualification Certificate. Customs Broker Licence - Customs and Excise. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS PowerPoint. MS Word. Customs broker specialization: Refund and drawbacks. Tariffs. Commodities. Customs legislation. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Own vehicle. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Flexible hours. Morning. Night. Weekend.