Customs Specialist - Mississauga, Canada - Boston Scientific Corporation

Boston Scientific Corporation

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Mississauga, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Customs Specialist:

Remote Eligible: Hybrid
Onsite Location(s): Mississauga, ON, CA
Additional Locations: Canada-ONToronto

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges.

With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Support Boston Scientific's Import Customs compliance procedure to align with best-in-class practices.

Provide expert guidance to cross-functional departments; identify areas of process improvements and data quality metrics, as well as gathering quantitative performance measurements on external partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

Increase Import Customs/Trade Compliance awareness with internal stakeholder groups
Development of countryoforigin compliance program for Boston Scientific's supply chain network
Interface with CBSA/CBP/FDA and/or other governmental agencies as needed to comply with information and/or audit requirements
Organized recordkeeping system for import transactions, export transactions, Free Trade Agreements, Drawbacks, and other programs according to the importing country's recordkeeping requirements
Analyze inbound/outbound shipment activity data, analyze trends and exceptions, present findings to aid continuous improvements and cost savings
Provide backup support to Logistics Specialist work with internal and external SMEs to classify Boston Scientific's product portfolio with the relevant USHTS and CDNHS codes to 10 digits and validate third party HTS/HS classifications
Maintain a master list of tariff classifications with HTS/HS, including the applicable supporting documentation for classification; and provide regular updates to Boston Scientific's Customs Broker.
Oversee Canada Import Customs, FDA policies and government requirements, document related procedures and training materials
Direct oversight of Boston Scientific customs broker activities, services, and performance (T2 Control/Planning Board)
Respond to internal and external enquiries regarding classification, duty rates, documentation requirements, or other import related matters
Identify Customs risks affecting inbound shipping lead time work with service providers to mitigate Boston Scientific exposure
Facilitate importation clearance and expedite final mile deliveries
Work in conjunction with internal departments such as planning, procurement, engineering, and external parties as necessary
Ensure all records for Manufacturer's Affidavits, CUSMA/USMCA and other Trade Agreements, Certificates of Origins, etc
Develop and deliver to Company personnel import/export compliance awareness training regarding customs regulations, policies, procedures, and internal/external controls required to ensure fast and efficient release of imports while remaining compliant.
Oncall availability for afterhour support
Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications:

12 years of analytical customs operation experience

- +2 years of customs experience

Ability to demonstrate exceptional verbal and written English communications skills
Ability to work well with a team, but also be a selfdriven independent operator, working with mínimal supervision
Strong technical knowledge of Trade Agreements (CUSMA/USMCA, FTA, etc.) and International Customs legislation, compliance and security practices
Strong organizational, time management & multitasking skills,
Proficient with Microsoft Suite of products and ERP systems

Preferred qualifications:

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certificate from Canada Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB), CITT or CIFFA designation preferred or equivalent highly preferred

What we have to offer:

Hybrid working model for many roles combining onsite and remote work, paired with flexible working hours.
Comprehensive total rewards package, including bonus, RRSP or 401k employer matching, tuition reimbursement, health & dental benefits, and a health or lifestyle (your choice) spending account.
Generous paid time off, including vacation days, personal days, statutory holidays, and a Holiday shutdown
A strong commitment to mental health and wellbeing, including a companypaid meditation app, meditation rooms in some buildings, fully trained Mental Health First Aid staff members, and weekly yoga/HIIT/Pilates/mindfulness online professionallyled classes for all employees.
Headquarters based roles offer functional outdoor spaces (bring your laptop to one of multiple wifi connected outdoor patios to work) and access to a beautiful ravine trail system for lunchtime walks
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