Customs Broker for Canada Compliance

<div class="content-intro"><strong><strong>About Flexport:</strong></strong></p> <p>At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why our mission is to make global commerce effortless—so there’s more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with technology-driven solutions and outstanding people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500 companies—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B in merchandise across 112 countries each year.</p> <p>The recent global supply chain crisis has placed Flexport at the center of how goods move worldwide. We’re proud to be backed by some of the best investors who share our belief in our mission, solutions, and people. Are you ready to tackle global challenges that affect business, society, and the environment? Join us.</p> </div> <p><strong><strong>Help streamline our customers’ customs processes</strong></strong><strong><strong>The opportunity:</strong></strong></p> <p>Flexport is growing rapidly, with 2,000+ Flexporters across 16 offices and warehouses worldwide—and we’re just getting started.</p> <p>As a <strong>Customs Broker</strong>, you’ll be part of the customs operations team and play an essential role in ensuring the smooth entry of goods into Canada. Your work directly supports Flexport’s end customers in meeting their compliance goals by completing shipment clearances. Most importantly, you’ll help take Flexport’s customs operations to the next level—enabling us to scale effectively and make our mission of making global trade easy for everyone a reality.</p> <p><strong><strong>You will:</strong></strong></p> <ul> <li>Create and submit customs entries for high-profile clients</li> <li>Digitally prepare and submit all documentation required for goods to clear with CBSA</li> <li>Keep current on all CBSA regulations and procedures, as well as those of Participating Government Agencies (PGA’s)</li> <li>Review and organize incoming documents to ensure compliance with CBSA and PGA reporting requirements</li> <li>Provide exceptional customer service support to clients, ensuring a smooth and positive experience throughout their interactions with Flexport</li> <li>Learn and follow international customs laws, regulations, and trade agreements to ensure compliance with import and export requirements</li> <li>Participate in training programs to strengthen your customs compliance knowledge and stay up to date on changes to customs regulations and industry practices</li> <li>Multiple shifts available</li> </ul> <p><strong><strong>You should have:</strong></strong></p> <ul> <li>CCS designation</li> <li>A solid understanding of CARM</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li> <li>A strong drive to make clients happy—your success is their success</li> <li>The courage to challenge the status quo when logic and reason call for it. If you see something broken, fix it.</li> <li>Knowledge of international trade and customs regulations (prior experience is required)</li> <li>Familiarity with CBSA product classification and rulings</li> <li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills</li> <li>Proficient computer skills, including G Suite applications</li> <li>Willingness to learn and adapt to changing customs practices and regulations</li> <li>Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment</li> <li>A strong work ethic and a commitment to accuracy and compliance</li> <li>A “compliance first” mindset to keep regulators satisfied and excited about Flexport, since we operate in a highly regulated industry</li> </ul> <div class="content-conclusion"> <div class="c-virtual_list__item"> <div class="c-message_kit__background p-message_pane_message__message c-message_kit__message"> <div class="c-message_kit__hover"> <div class="c-message_kit__actions c-message_kit__actions--default"> <div class="c-message_kit__gutter"> <div class="c-message_kit__gutter__right"> <div class="c-message_kit__blocks c-message_kit__blocks--rich_text"> <div class="c-message__message_blocks c-message__message_blocks--rich_text"> <div class="p-block_kit_renderer"> <div class="p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper--first"> <div class="p-rich_text_block"> <h4>Commitment to Equal Opportunity</h4> <p>At Flexport, fulfilling our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible depends on having a diverse, dedicated, and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.</p> <h4>Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants</h4> <p>Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may govern how we handle the data of job applicants. By submitting your application, you agree to our use and processing of your data as required. For more details, please review our Privacy Notice at <a href="" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr class="lis-container__job__content__description__hr"></div>

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