Customs Compliance Official

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Job Title: Customs Compliance Officer
Job Location: Montreal, QC
Job Code: 24976
Job Schedule: Day Shift
Compensation Range: Between $70,000 - $120,000 CDN annually

The Customs Compliance Officer is responsible for supporting the organization's customs and trade compliance program to ensure compliance with applicable Canadian and international trade regulations, government requirements, and corporate policies. This role provides oversight of customs operations, customs brokers, trade programs, and regulatory processes to mitigate compliance risk, support business objectives, and maintain the efficient movement of goods across international borders.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, customs brokers, logistics providers, and government agencies, the Customs Compliance Officer helps maintain a strong compliance culture, supports audit readiness, and drives continuous improvement of customs and trade compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Support and maintain compliance with applicable customs, import/export, and trade regulations, including Canadian and international requirements.
- Provide guidance and oversight for customs activities, including tariff classification, origin determination, valuation, duty management, and trade program administration.
- Oversee customs broker performance and governance to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations, company policies, and service expectations.
- Review and monitor customs transactions, documentation, and records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Support customs audits, regulatory reviews, investigations, disclosures, assessments, and requests from government authorities.
- Maintain customs records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and corporate recordkeeping requirements.
- Support the administration of Free Trade Agreements, duty recovery programs, and other customs-related initiatives.
- Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, and analysis to identify potential risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance customs compliance policies, procedures, controls, and training materials.
- Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs requirements, trade compliance obligations, Incoterms, and Importer of Record responsibilities.
- Monitor regulatory developments and communicate changes that may impact business operations.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to improve compliance, operational efficiency, data quality, and audit readiness.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the organization's customs and trade compliance framework.
- Classify goods using Canadian (HS) and U.S. (HTS) tariff schedules and maintain supporting documentation.
- Performing Customs Traffic related duties for Inbound and Outbound shipments pre clearances.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or post-secondary diploma in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in customs compliance, international trade, logistics, freight forwarding, or a related discipline.
- Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation is preferred.
- Experience working with customs brokers, government agencies, compliance programs, or international trade operations is considered an asset.

Knowledge & Skills

- Strong knowledge of customs, import/export, and international trade compliance requirements.
- Working knowledge of tariff classification, customs valuation, origin determination, Free Trade Agreements, and customs brokerage processes.
- Familiarity with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Canada Customs Act, Customs Tariff, CBSA D-Memoranda, Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA), and Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
- Understanding of Incoterms, international transportation, and global supply chain operations.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them in a business environment.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance.

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.