About this role
*About the Role*
The Customs & Logistics Coordinator manages the end-to-end movement of raw materials, specialized components parts and finished truck bodies across domestic and international borders. In this role, you will ensure total customs compliance, optimize multi-modal freight routes, and work closely with manufacturing and delivery teams to prevent supply chain bottlenecks.
*Key Responsibilities*
*Customs Compliance & Trade Regulations*
* Classify truck body components, raw materials, and finished units using accurate Harmonized System (HS) codes. * Prepare, audit, and submit essential import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and certificates of origin (e.g., CUSMA/USMCA). * Liaise directly with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and border regulatory agencies to expedite clearances. * Monitor international trade regulations, tariff changes, and industry-specific compliance requirements.
*Logistics & Freight Management*
* Coordinate inbound freight for heavy components, chassis frames, steel sheets, and hydraulic assemblies. * Direct outbound logistics for completed, custom-built truck bodies including managing specialized permits, escorts, and oversized transport solutions. * Evaluate and select cost-effective freight methods across road, rail, and ocean carriers to optimize transit times and budgets. * Align shipping and receiving schedules with live plant production milestones and customer delivery targets.
*Cross-Functional Operations & Inventory Tracking*
* Maintain real-time shipment visibility and update transit milestones within internal systems. * Partner with procurement and production planners to forecast lead times and proactively mitigate potential transit delays. * Rapidly troubleshoot transit exceptions, customs holds, or carrier disruptions to keep assembly lines running without interruption.
*Carrier & Vendor Relations*
* Build and maintain productive relationships with 3PLs, freight forwarders, carriers, and suppliers. * Solicit freight quotes, negotiate competitive rates, and review carrier performance metrics.
*Qualifications & Experience*
* Minimum one year of direct experience in freight logistics and customs compliance, preferably within the automotive, heavy equipment, or commercial truck manufacturing sector. * Working knowledge of Incoterms, HS classification, and cross-border customs documentation. * Hands-on experience coordinating specialized, flatbed, or oversized/heavy-haul freight. * Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such Excel, Word and Outlook.
*Key Skills & Attributes*
* Meticulous Accuracy: Exceptional eye for detail in verifying high-stakes trade paperwork. * Proactive Problem Solving: Ability to pivot quickly when managing border delays or route disruptions. * Effective Communication: Strong cross-functional collaboration and vendor negotiation skills. * High-Paced Adaptability: Capable of balancing shifting manufacturing timelines under tight deadlines.
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Casual dress * Disability insurance * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care
Work Location: In person