Honda Trading Canada Looking for Customs Specialist at Alliston, ON Full Time

ABOUT HONDA TRADING CANADA (HTC)

Established in 1972 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Company Ltd, the Honda Trading Group of Companies now serves over 3000 business partners, out of 50 office locations in 20 countries and regions around the world. As a dynamic and environmentally conscious global trading company, our goal is to create and deliver customized solutions for our business partners, while providing benefits for all parties through the cost-effective application of our network and resources.

Honda Trading Canada (HTC) was established in 1990, with the Canadian Head Office located in Alliston, Ontario. HTC is a 100% subsidiary of Honda Trading America.

As a global trading company, Honda Trading Canada procures and delivers products all over the world. As a fully licensed Customs Broker with a dedicated Logistics group, we are able to handle the most complex import and export challenges of our business partners. For more information on HTC, please visit our website at www.hondatrading.ca.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Responsible for the operation of import customs functions and leading associates in preparing custom clearance entries, according to CBSA regulations and company reporting practices.

Responsible for application of due diligence to all customs regulations regarding import and export practices of Honda Trading Canada. Identification of risks to the Company with regard to all aspects of importing and exporting pertaining to Customs

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trade Compliance Activities -Reduce risk to the Company with regard to all aspects of importing and exporting pertaining to Customs. Management of inquiries and responses from CBSA / CBP. Evaluate and make recommendations on voluntary customs programs CSA, EManifest, PIP (partners in protection), CTPAT. Maintain database of HS codes for internal use. Research compliance issues regarding imports and exports from Canada and United States as they arise and implement compliant processes. Administration of Customs Brokerage License. Administration of Bonds for Canada Customs and US Customs.
• External Clients/Customers – Ensure completion of all Customs declarations in required time frames. Ensure entries prepared by associates have minimum duty applied. Monitor to ensure correct classification has been used for new parts that may have been added. Routine validation and management to ensure accuracy of all parts classifications. Developing and monitoring efficient workflow of CSA daily processes. Complete special importer entries (i.e. rebates, diversion, tooling) on a monthly basis. Address inquiries and requests as required. Reconcile monthly RSF period, invoice and CBSA payment administration. Provide support when required to analyze historical customs data.
• Support of Honda Trading Canada and Other External Customers by;Provide support to other associates performing customs duties, release and confirmation for all brokerage customers.
• Budgeting and Month End – Ensure that all month end sales, Cost Of Sales, and Gross Profits are reconciled and reported correctly. Creating Customer Sales Plan for budget each fiscal year. Preparing annual budget and revised budget for sales and gross profit.
• Compliance and Process Efficiency; Ensure a reliable compliant customs department and records. Train and continually review Customs Software to be used by the organization and require associates to ensure all customs requirements are being met. Review and adapt any current processes to create efficiencies and lower cost.
• International Logistics: Create bookings (ocean, air), compliance paperwork (ie. Airway Bill, waybills, custom documents), ensuring packaging requirements and on-time delivery to end location
• Department Objectives and Implementation Plan Projects: Participate in a team environment working together to achieve departments annual goals

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

Education and Knowledge

• University Degree in Business and/or equivalent experience
• Completion of CCS Designation, current up to date with points
• Customs Professional status
• Thorough knowledge of Canada Customs Broker Licensing Regulations and D memo referencing and classification
• Basic accounting and budgeting knowledge is an asset
• Understanding of current customs initiatives is required
• Understanding of specialty steel requirements for customs is required
• Understanding of OGD (Other Government Departments) requirements for importing in the automotive industry is required (i.e. steel permits and wood regulations)
• Understanding of dangerous goods regulations is required
• Knowledge of other resources and sources of information to research and report
• various Import and Transport regulations regarding exit/entry of various commodities in regard new business opportunities for Honda Trading Canada
• Knowledge of various Government departments and divisions and Regulatory Agencies and their structure and jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of the Excise Tax Act, & regulations for GST & HST in regard to commercial imports for residents, non-residents, and the appropriate collection, pass thru, input tax credit, and exemption from these taxes¨ International logistics and/or freight forwarding knowledge is an asset (i.e. delivery incoterms)

Experience

• Personal Computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Minimum 5-7 years of current Customs experience
• US customs experience would be an asset

Skills/Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, reasoning, and persuasive skills
• Ability to work independently and multi task
• Strong eye for detail, ability to identify and resolve issues
• Must be a team player
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and limits

No phone calls or faxes please. We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Honda Trading Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, upon request. The accommodation provided will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit your application, please email Human Resources

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Application deadline: 2022-03-24