Freight and Customs Coordinator at Fly Jazz

Basic Purpose of Position: 

This position will coordinate and provide guidance of best practices for all Freight and Customs activities within the company.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Managing the necessary documentation for efficient, cost effective and lawful execution of import/export activities.
• Ensuring that U.S. and Canadian customs laws and regulations are adhered to during import and export activities.
• Liaising with internal groups and trade chain partners to clear shipments, close entries, resolve paperwork issues and eliminate customs holds.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of the portfolio contracts to ensure proper handling of shipments and accurate invoice approvals in compliance with internal processes and regulations.
• Monitoring account activity and freight costs, addressing misuse, rectifying errors, and recognizing opportunities for leveragability.
• Maintaining knowledge and understanding of preferential tariff treatments, special provisions and programs, and FTAs.
• Communicating Freight Alert Bulletins to all Jazz stakeholders for both Import and Export shipments including service disruptions.
• Ensuring and maintaining Jazz’s preparation to meet the requirements of Customs audits.
• Maintaining a comprehensive Harmonized Tariff Code database.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Performing duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers and customers.

Qualifications: 

• Business Degree /Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Professional Logistician Designations (PLOG), Certified International Trade Professional (CITP), Professional Freight Forwarder (PFF), or other related professional designations considered an asset.
• Aviation experience considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Canadian and/or U.S. Customs Tariff(s) and commodity classification considered an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel) proficiency required.
• Experience working in databases and Ariba experience considered an asset.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

We strive to make our workplace accessible for people with disabilities. We want to ensure that you are prepared for success and therefore request that you please let us know at taleosupport@flyjazz.ca if you would benefit from an accommodation during the recruitment process.

Jazz recognizes that the best talent includes people of all backgrounds, abilities and points of view. To be a leader in our industry, Jazz celebrates diversity and values the uniqueness that each individual has to offer. We empower our people to foster an internal culture of inclusion, creating safe workspaces where everyone can be their authentic self. Meeting the needs of our diverse passengers is critical to our success and we recognize the importance of a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

Requisition ID: YHZ-2024-7140-011637