Customs Compliance Technician

Are you looking for a real professional challenge? An organization capable of supporting your ambitions? A company where autonomy, openness and family spirit are at the heart of a stimulating daily life? We are the largest Canadian manufacturer of high-end custom cabinets in North America. We need people like you.

We are seeking a Customs Compliance Technician to join our team. They will be responsible for supporting the organization’s import and export compliance activities to ensure adherence to applicable customs regulations and trade laws. This role works closely with logistics, finance, purchasing, and external brokers to facilitate the accurate and timely movement of goods across international borders while minimizing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.

A pivotal role on a large team

The successful candidate will contribute to the success of the company by assuming the following responsibilities:

• Maintain multiple sources of data related customs compliance :
  • HS Database
  • Certificate or origin information & renewal
• Prepare ruling requests for customs
• Actively collaborate with various departments such as purchasing and marketing to ensure conformity of information.
• Work with customs broker for smooth clearance.
• Classify and validate products using HS codes.
• Contribute to various customs improvement and development projects.
• Work closely with the Customs Compliance Specialist to ensure proper export information for all shipments.
• Represent, support, and uphold the company Core Values and Management Philosophy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Reputed Skills and Shared Values

To successfully meet this challenge, we are looking for a person driven by the values of respect, teamwork, commitment, and pride with the following qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, International Business, Customs Administration, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in customs compliance, international trade, logistics, or a related role.
• Bilingual. The required level of French is necessary due to regular collaboration with colleagues in Quebec and certain external suppliers.
• Knowledge of Canadian and/or U.S. customs regulations and trade agreements.
• Familiarity with HS tariff classification and customs documentation requirements.
• Experience working with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and ERP systems

Great benefits

• A friendly working environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Health & Dental benefits.
• RRSP Matching Program.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A team culture where everyone is important.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• And more!

Daily life with a human dimension

• A great deal of autonomy where your ideas, talent, and initiative will be highly regarded.
• An open-door management approach that respects your personal needs and expectations.
• A family spirit where everyone is important, where everyone talks to everyone, and where we help each other, no matter what our role or status is.

About Elmwood

Elmwood is the largest manufacturer of high-end custom cabinets in Canada. Our team of 250 professionals and craftsmen based in St. Catharines (Ontario) combine modern technologies and traditional methods, expertise, and business intelligence, to support a large network of the most prestigious kitchen retailers in North America. Our customized approach encompasses both the realization of complex projects and the spirit of partnership that is the foundation of our business vision.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We offer various training, guidance, development, and job shadowing or mentoring on a non-discriminatory basis to ensure equal opportunity in the workplace.

This recruitment process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with application screening and assessment. AI tools are used in a supportive capacity only and do not make final hiring decisions. All candidates are evaluated fairly, and human oversight is maintained throughout the process in compliance with applicable employment standards, human rights, and privacy legislation.