Customs Specialist

Domtar Products•Montreal, QC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world. Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. The location in Fort Mill, (South Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Customs Specialist. This job is full-time permanent. Overview: Assisting the Manager of Customs & International Trade Compliance in working with all functions of the organization to ensure that Domtar’s operations and processes are aligned with our policies and procedures and the effectiveness of our Trade Compliance Program (import, export and forced labor policies). To this end, the Customs Specialist will participate in the continuous improvement of compliance processes, the planning and implementation of our monitoring activities, the conduct of risk assessments and the identification of mitigation strategies, the remediation of compliance deficiencies, the management of compliance systems, the preparation and delivery of compliance training and in cross-functional projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-7 years’ relevant experience.
Certified Customs Specialist designation - Canada and/or US - with multiple years of experience in import/export regulatory requirements and customs compliance field.
High level of proficiency in Canadian and US customs laws/regulations and excellent knowledge of international trade.
Understanding in customs valuation, tariff classification, rules of origin, marking rules, documentation requirement, entry requirements and appeal/protest procedures.
Working knowledge of CTPAT, PIP and CSA requirements.
Understanding of the structure, levels and functioning of all levels of government.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English.
Effective team player, self-motivated and detail orientated, with strong organizational skills and analytic abilities.
Ability to work independently, ability to travel, performs under pressure, multitask with tight deadlines, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Good problem solving & analysis skills. Tact and discretion.
Ability to interact appropriately with government agents.
Ability and willingness to travel to facilities and government and association offices.

Nice To Haves

Multinational manufacturer/distributor experience would be an asset.
French and/or Spanish is an asset.
Experience with Microsoft office, SAP, CARM is an asset, and understanding multiple Customs programs including other Governmental programs.

Responsibilities

Keep abreast of new/revised regulations in countries where Domtar has a business interest and evaluate its impact. Validate impact on the business, analyze risks (financial, business, regulatory, security) and make recommendations.
Maintain Domtar's governmental programs such as Timber regulations (Lacey Act, EU timber, Indonesia & Australia), SOP with broker, CTPAT program, CARM and the CSA program.
Work on special projects linked to Customs Legislation, such as risk analysis. Due diligences of import/export activities, anti-dumping, rulings, duty drawbacks.
Drive customs duty and tax saving through business case development, strategic tariff classification, and accurate assignment of harmonized tariff codes for imported and exported goods.
Manage free trade certificate of origin, internal (Domtar’s products) and external (suppliers/vendors): Take appropriate measures with suppliers for non-valid certificate. Recommend Best Practices for import/export (USMCA, Free Trade Agreement - country of origin determination, etc.), maintain Domtar’s certifications of origin.
Resolve issues such as import and export documentation discrepancies, classification, valuation, etc. to ensure successful and timely customs clearance of product.
Maintains Domtar’s import/export policies & procedures are up to date including training
Conduct compliance reviews, internal self-assessments, and Customs entry audits.