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Customs Specialist Brokerage

June 4, 2026

<span class="jobdescription"><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Customs Specialist Brokerage</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston. </span></p> </div> </div> <div> </div><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">JOB SUMMARY</h2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">This position reports to the Manager, Service Delivery and acts as the primary support and day to day client contact for the client service teams/operations to ensure quality standards are met and the integrity of the client records/system defaults are maintained and compliant; facilitate release and entry summary completion; accountable for a range of client and customs process management and compliance activities including release support, tariff database management, classifications, client instructions/requirements maintenance and auditing service delivery activities to ensure client service delivery satisfaction. This position assists in ensuring that all entries are classified and billed accurately and within LII service standards to ensure their clients' complete satisfaction.</span></span></span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES</h2> </div><div><ul> <li>Build and maintain excellent, direct working relationship with the client and/or carriers, provides day to day contact and support.</li> <li>Prioritize and complete work according to client's needs, demands, customs requirements and Livingston standards for release conditions and ensure compliance.</li> <li>Create and proactively maintain the client tariff database, ensuring all associated system maintenance files/information, associated vendors and keywords are accurate and current in order to take advantage of data defaults for accurate quality output and one-step processing. Update information as necessary.</li> <li>Verify documentation for release conditions, compliance and rating compliance (e.g., free trade certificates).</li> <li>Create, maintain and adhere to client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Exceptions to Standard Procedures (ESPs).</li> <li>Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, operational productivity and relationships within North American Brokerage operations.</li> <li>Ensure accurate and timely release and rating of shipments on all modes of transportation for their assigned client base, including auditing work completed by Release Pool or the NSC in Air/Sea locations.</li> <li>Provide support, guidance and mentoring to Release Operations members to ensure accurate release and rating activities are completed to achieve service levels (non-Air/Sea locations only).</li> <li>Escalate items for additional resolutions or return entries to release team members and recommend corrective actions.</li> <li>Create customs entries in appropriate system through proper vendor and keyword selection and interpretation of Customs document for both high and low value shipments. Key in shipment information for EDI release, rating and billing, ensuring that all mandatory fields are completed and accurate.</li> <li>In a professional manner, work directly with and contact clients/carriers to obtain missing documentation, information and/or instructions.</li> <li>Works directly with Customs and PGA's as necessary.</li> <li>Conduct periodic checks to ensure accurate application of tariff and valuation along with proper selection of client/importer information.</li> <li>Responsible to conduct documented internal audit.</li> <li>Assist MSD in compiling and reporting performance measurement statistics for the Client Service Team.</li> <li>Participate fully with other team members in the day-to-day operations of the team, including setting priorities, organizing and scheduling work, coordinating with others, problem-solving and decision-making, participating in meetings and handling special projects.</li> <li>Proactively coordinate and implement electronic data relationships to gain efficiencies and improve one-step processing.</li> <li>Keep abreast of new systems developments.</li> <li>Perform other related duties as assigned by management.</li> <li>Adhere to established policies and procedures.</li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS</h2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Client Service oriented -- interpersonal skills with internal/external clients and coworkers.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Ability to handle large volumes and meet tight deadlines.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Strong knowledge of company policies and procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Attention to detail; organization, completeness and accuracy.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Good analytical skills with problem-solving ability.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Ability to make decisions and recommendations within authorized limitations.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Excellent time management skills.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Ability to present a professional image.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Knowledge of Word and Excel software.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Office equipment/machinery used: Personal computer and common business machines/software</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED</h2> </div><div><div>3 years of related experience</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">EDUCATION</h2> </div><div><div>Required: High School/GED or equivalent</div><div>Preferred: Associates Degree or post-secondary education</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">CERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION</h2> </div><div><p>Working towards/or successful completion of the Certified Customs Specialists (CCS) designation with the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) or the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) is a requirement, if not already obtained.<br> Successful completion of the CCS examination is a mandatory requirement for further advancement.</p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">COMPETENCIES</h2> </div><div><div>Accountability</div><div>Business Acumen and Straight Talk</div><div>Agility</div><div>Customer First Focus</div><div>Inclusion and Collaboration</div><div>Leading and Developing</div></div></div></div><div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">At Livingston, we are committed to fostering a flexible, growth-oriented environment where you can thrive. Our culture is built on respect, recognition, and collaboration, and we empower our team with trusted expertise, continuous learning opportunities, and long-term support. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a transparent pay philosophy aligned with market data and job-related factors.</span> </span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Base salary is one component of our total rewards package which also includes incentive opportunities, benefits, and professional development. Salary ranges are established by location and reflect relevant factors such as skills, experience, and market conditions. The good-faith salary range for this position is CAD 44,690 - 67,200 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on these factors and may vary accordingly. </span></p> <p> </p> </div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Livingston</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We know some candidates, especially women and people of color, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Livingston is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please advise when submitting your application. In accordance with Ontario transparency requirements, t<span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">his posting is for an existing, currently available position. In accordance with Ontario transparency requirements, this posting is for an existing, currently available position.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Job Type: Full Time </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Location: HomeOffice Quebec</span></p> </div> </span>

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