Customs Broker
Job No:
155328
Location:
Calgary, AB
- Join one of Canada's Fastest Growing Companies
- Assist our diverse list of clients on their customs brokerage needs
- Make this role your own and enjoy a long-term career trajectory
About JORI Logistics
At JORI Logistics (JORI), we transform Freight Forwarding and Customs Brokerage into a competitive advantage for importers and exporters. Our clients rely on us to handle their global transportation needs so they can spend time on things that matter - like growing their business.
As a family owned and operated company headquartered in Calgary, with offices in Houston, Almaty, and Cebu City, JORI is small enough to care and big enough to matter. We combine unparalleled customer service with robust technology solutions to transform logistics into a competitive advantage for importers and exporters. Since 1992, we’ve provided turnkey logistics services, including: Canadian Customs Brokerage, U.S. Customs Brokerage, Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Ground Freight, Trade Consulting and more.
For more information about our team and services, please visit our website.
About the Opportunity
JORI is expanding! We are currently looking for a full-time Customs Broker to join our team in Calgary, Alberta on a hybrid work model. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be handling a portfolio of diverse accounts, with a focus on our international logistics and customs brokerage services.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Delivering exceptional customer service on pre-entry requirements, document review/prioritization, and customs entry creation
- Ensuring customer profiles are updated and current for assigned accounts
- Maintaining and developing positive relationship with assigned accounts
- Compiling and preparing commercial regulatory documents such as customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents for entry processing
- Helping create customs forms and obtain customs release of shipments
- Calculating duty and tariff payments owed on imports
- Paying, or arrange for payment of, taxes and duties on the customer's behalf
- Coordinating and confirming release and delivery of all cargo
About You
To qualify, you will need at least 3 years experience as a Customs Broker, a proven track record in logistics or importing and exporting services, as well as a strong customer service and/or account management background.
Due to the nature of the role, we also require a valid Driver's License.
In addition, candidates with strong background, skills, and experience in the following are also essential:
- Harmonized System Tariff Classification
- Freight, Canadian Customs, and U.S. Customs processes and procedures
- Trade agreements
- Import and export of goods in various industries
- Customer service or account management
- Designation or working towards a completion of a CCS (Certified Customs Specialist), CTCS (Certified Trade Compliance Specialist), or any professional customs designation
- Cargowise or equivalent business intelligence software platforms (asset)
- A positive attitude and solutions-focused customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office, and CRM best practices
Most importantly, you have the willingness to learn and thrive in an environment where independence and responsibility are given without constant supervision. You are an enthusiastic problem-solver with outstanding skills in problem-solving, attention to detail, and customer service.
What We Offer
As a productive member of our team, you will be rewarded with a $55-65K annual salary, as well as a range of attractive benefits, including:
- Paramedical coverage and benefits
- Group insurance
- Work flexibility with our hybrid work model
- Career growth opportunities with our international portfolio
- Education support and personal development programs
- Reimbursement for home office equipment set up
- An opportunity to join a family-first, tight-knit team with incredible culture!
Do our values resonate with you? If you want to be a part of a fast-growing and technology-driven company with a global reach, apply now!