Mandatory Requirements
Applicants must have:
- CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) designation
- Minimum 6 years of direct working experience in Canadian customs brokerage, customs compliance, senior rating/classification, or customs analyst roles
- Advanced knowledge of Customs Tariff, CBSA regulations, customs classification practices, and brokerage documentation standards
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Proficiency with customs brokerage software and compliance reporting systems
Preferred Qualifications
Considered an asset:
- Supervisory, mentoring, or leadership experience
- Audit preparation or compliance review experience
About the Opportunity
Border Brokers is seeking an experienced Customs Compliance Specialist for a planned succession role within our Compliance Department.
This role will work directly alongside our current Director of Compliance and is intended to transition into that future leadership position upon retirement.
We are specifically seeking an experienced customs brokerage professional with strong Canadian customs knowledge and leadership capability.
Responsibilities
- Review and validate tariff classifications, valuation declarations, origin documentation, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Act as an internal subject matter expert on Customs Tariff classification
- Supervise and support Compliance administrative staff
- Provide compliance guidance to internal departments and brokerage teams
- Communicate directly with clients regarding CBSA requirements and customs compliance matters
- Assist with internal audits, process documentation, and compliance training initiatives
- Support quality assurance and continuous improvement across brokerage operations
- Participate in the succession planning and leadership transition activities
Why Join Border Brokers?
- Direct mentorship from an experienced Customs Compliance Manager
- Clear pathway into a future leadership role
- Stable and established Canadian customs brokerage with nearly 40 years in the industry
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Competitive compensation and many benefits
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This opportunity is intended for experienced Customs brokerage professionals ready to advance into compliance leadership.
Applicants without the mandatory customs brokerage experience and CCS certification will not be considered.
Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- What is your salary expectation?
- Are you currently based in Manitoba and able to reliably commute for a hybrid/in-office role, or are you located out of province and require fully remote work?
Experience:
- Customs Brokerage: 6 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation (required)
Work Location: Remote
