DSV – Global Transport and Logistics DSV encourages inclusivity and are committed to diversity in the workplace while welcoming applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process. Location: CAN - Niagara On The Lake, Niagara Pkwy Job Posting Title: Customs Assistant Time Type: Full Time Compensation: Salary starting at $36,000 plus eligible benefits, in accordance with experience and internal equity ***This posting is for an existing vacancy and not intended to create a talent pipeline***SUMMARY Primary duty is provide administrative assistance in the customs brokerage department. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Track and trace incoming shipments and manage incoming call from carriers and clients</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Process courier Low Value Shipments (LVS), as needed</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Customs receivable invoicing, on CW1, when applicable</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Managing Electronic Work Queues</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Monitoring group mailboxes</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Arranging for payments of invoices to steamship lines, warehouses, government agencies, when applicable </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Report generation for clients, as and when required</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">E-manifest, house bill filing, replying to inquiries and ensuring compliance with filings, when applicable</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Adhere to all Standard operating Procedures and Polices set in place by the department and organization </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Provide input and be an active participant at weekly team briefings</li> </ul> Quality, Health & Safety: <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Supports organizational commitment to ISO 9001, ISO 45001 certification – Montreal location</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform assigned tasks to support DSV meets its objectives and targets regarding quality, health, safety, and environment and follow all requirements as set out in the DSV Quality Health Safety Environment policy.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Staff are required to ensure that their day-to-day activities embrace sustainability, Health and safety therefore reducing the impact upon the environment, supporting the communities we work in and reducing incidents in the workplace.</li> </ul> QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">High School Education, required</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">1 year of freight forwarding or customs experience, an asset </li> </ul> Skills and Competencies <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Good command, both verbal and written, English skills. </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to create collaborative engagements and active listening</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Service oriented and able to resolve customer grievances </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong interpersonal skills, building professional relationships internally and externally </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to multi-task, plan, prioritize and manage time effectively to meet goals and achieve results</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Both a team builder and a team-player </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Excellent organizational and time management skills </li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Ability to communicate effectively in a diverse multicultural environment.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Act as a role model for DSV values and adhere to the Code of Conduct.</li> </ul> Language and Computer Skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">English is the principal language for this position, additional languages may be required in other locations. </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Microsoft Office suite</li> </ul> Physical Demands <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Prolonged periods sitting and standing at a desk and working on a computer</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Occasional travel may be required</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Regular working hours apply for this position, at times, working beyond these hours may be required by business needs.</li> </ul> Additional Notes / Acknowledgment Employees will be required to work on assigned statutory or public holidays based on operational needs. To ensure a fair distribution of these requirements, employees will be placed on a rotation schedule throughout the year. In such cases, compensation will be provided in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation and will include holiday pay plus applicable premium rates, or a substitute paid day off, as permitted by law Due to the dynamic nature of our industry, your accountabilities and role may change. Duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the person who is managerially responsible for this position.DSV – Global transport and logistics Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere Visit <a href="https://www.dsv.com/">dsv.com</a> and follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/dsv/mycompany/verification/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dsv.global">Facebook</a>. 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