Office Import Coordinator I

Primary Job Posting Location:

Lachine, Quebec Canada

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Job Description:

Job Summary

To process customs clearance (release) AND/OR confirm declarations for repetitive and non-complex shipments guided by the CCBS system and personal skills. Client (Internal/External):Import operations, Support Services, Consulting, Inbound services, Sales, etc, and all customs clients and partners. Specific output or services:

Customs release AND/OR confirm declarations for repetitive and non-complex shipments using client' profile in CCBS system (creates or modifies line code/classification)

Handle delivery service AND/OR import permits requests if required AND/OR gather and send proper documentation to the government

Job Type: Full Time/Permanent

Workdays: Monday to Friday (must be able to work ALL 5 days of the week)

Shift Hours: 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM (must be able to work a minimum of 40 hrs. per week)

Shift Duration: 8 hours a day (requires flexibility with Start and Finish time)

Work Location: 1221 32ND AVENUE LACHINE, QC H8T 3H2 Canada - Remote

Compensation: 18,47 per hour.

Responsibilities

  • Data entry (open customers' files, validate information, credit and invoicing)

  • Collect supplementary information or documentation from customers, drivers, custom and other offices,etc, when required

  • Identify customer profiles discrepancies

  • Answer standard questions and requests from customers, drivers, customs and other offices

  • Work as team member with other actors: clients, UPS SCS employees, carriers, inbound agents

Qualifications

  • 6 months to 2 years of experience

  • High school degree.

  • Bilingualism required French and English (written and spoken) – Intermediate verbal and written communication skills in French. Regular interactions with clients outside of Quebec (100%).

  • Basic knowledge in Customs operations, laws and regulations, and other government departments

  • Basic understanding of HS system

  • Basic computer skills

Additional Information:

  • Applications must include an updated resume.

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

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