Customs & Traffic Coordinator Jobs

WHAT DO WE DO?

We create solutions for the people who keep our world flowing.

For over 80 years, John Brooks Company has been solving fluid handling challenges for customers in various industries/markets across Canada by providing a diverse selection of engineered products and innovative system designs, focusing on customized solutions consisting of filtration, pump, spray, and valve products.

THE ROLE

The Customs and Traffic Coordinator will support the Traffic department with daily administrative functions for inbound and outbound freight movements. The primary focus will be the coordination and preparation of all outbound customs documents received from various offices within Canada, as well overall customs support and compliance working with various offices, suppliers and customs broker agencies, including the CBSA. This position also includes additional functions in the traffic department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Procurement with Customs requests for clearance
• Provide back up for Customs and Traffic
• Utilize current carrier agreements to procure carrier services for Inbound freight and outbound freight to customers for best price, best service
• Prepare export custom documents including sourcing of transport
• Work with customs brokers to resolve discrepancies and provide missing information for both import and export shipments
• Work with the Sales team to resolve freight not charged
• Review, code and approve transportation and customs brokerage invoices based on negotiated agreed rates
• Collaborate closely and guide our Warehouse shipping teams on any issues relating to shipping document processes
• Resolve account payable issues as it applies to carrier invoices

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• 3-5 years relevant experience in Supply Chain Logistics
• Working knowledge of Customs procedures and requirements
• Working knowledge of transportation methods and principles

Desirable:

• CITT (certified Logistics Professional) OR CCS (certified Customs Specialist) an asset

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to deadlines, multiple demands and priorities, multi-tasking, and interruptions
• Daily customer and inter-departmental/branch communication via telephone calls, emails, and virtual meetings
• Fast-paced environment in a dynamic competitive industry

Benefits

Canadian founded and owned, John Brooks Company has doubled in size in the last 7 years to over 200 employees across the country. Since 1938, we have worked hard to build & nurture an entrepreneurial environment, where creative thought and initiative are encouraged; this is a place where your ideas matter! If you have a strong work-ethic, passion, and determination, we’ll provide the tools you need for success. We will help you grow so that we can continue growing.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Company Group RRSP with employer matching
• Paid personal day program
• Competitive vacation
• Generous benefits package that includes coverage for things like medical, dental, paramedical, and vision
• Annual health & wellness subsidy
• Competitive remuneration

FUN FACTS

• We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate’s request
• The average employee tenure is 9 years
• We regularly host social events and gatherings to foster togetherness and fun
• We enjoy celebrating achievements by means of formal service awards, employee achievement awards, and milestone birthdays