Our client is seeking a Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist to support cross-border import and export operations across the U.S. and Canada. This is an excellent opportunity for a trade compliance professional who enjoys navigating complex regulations, partnering across functions, and improving the efficiency and compliance of international trade processes.

As a key member of the Finance and Administration team, you will help ensure customs compliance while supporting business goals, operational performance, and cost-saving initiatives. You’ll work closely with customs authorities, brokers, freight forwarders, vendors, and internal stakeholders to keep goods moving compliantly and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

- Manage import compliance activities across the U.S. and Canada
- Monitor trade regulations, tariffs, sanctions, and free trade agreements to ensure ongoing compliance
- Support customs audits, inquiries, disclosures, and reconciliations
- Partner with internal teams and external providers, including brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies, to resolve compliance matters
- Provide guidance on customs valuation, product classification, and import/export requirements
- Ensure compliance with key trade programs and regulations, including USMCA/CUSMA, Section 301, Section 232, and SIMA
- Maintain and improve trade compliance procedures, documentation, and internal controls




- Manage Certificates of Origin, classification data, duty rates, and related records in the ERP system
- Support shipping and logistics teams with customs documentation, transportation compliance, and export requirements
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through duty recovery, deferral, foreign trade zones, and free trade programs
- Use ACE and CARM to monitor activity, generate reports, and track compliance performance
- Review broker and freight forwarder performance and support continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 1–3 years of experience in trade or customs compliance within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of logistics, warehouse operations, and cross-border trade processes
- ERP experience required; Syteline/CSI10 preferred
- Knowledge of import/export documentation and customs filing requirements
- Familiarity with HTS, ECCN, USMCA/CUSMA, SIMA, ACE, and CARM
- Solid analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, plus experience with tools such as SmartSheet and Power BI
- Lean Manufacturing or 6S knowledge is an asset

📌 Junior Trades & Customs Compliance Specialist (Langley)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Langley