NFI Parts North America's most comprehensive organization providing parts, technical publications, training, and support for buses and motor coaches. NFI Parts is the parts division of NFI Group, providing replacement parts for New Flyer transit buses, MCI motor coaches, ADL buses, ARBOC vehicles, as well as the product lines for the acquired NABI and Orion parts businesses. Additionally, NFI Parts has extensive cross references for parts that are common with other bus, coach, and cutaway product lines and has a mature supply base and established relationships with over 1,000 suppliers. Further information is available at POSITION SUMMARY The Customs Assistant will provide direct assistance to the Customs Coordinator with daily customs research, reporting, and filing tasks. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Oversee and maintain the current USCMNCUSMA and FTA process. Collect certificates from suppliers on an ongoing and annual basis. Apply for duty refund from USMCA/CUSMA or any other initiative like 9801 or special duty provisions through 82's adjustment entries (Canada CBSA) and Post Entry Adjustments process (US CBP). Respond to requests for information from CBP and CBSA; participate and prepare for any Customs audit as required. Secondary contact for all questions regarding customs and duty related items. Work with Receiving and Purchasing to monitor variances of items crossing the border; report adjustments to Customs as required. Develop, implement and maintain the standard process for sharing duty rates and brokerage information that may have price implications; share this information with pricing staff and relevant departments within the New Flyer Parts Organization. Assist with UPS and FedEx notifications to help clear items getting delayed at the border. Assist with CUSMA requests and filing. Assist with customs broker emails (for example: value, COO, invoice, drawings, etc.). Assist with NLRs (new load requests). Assist with rebills from UPS and FedEx. Assist with any other monthly or annual submissions at the request of the Customs Coordinator. Provide backup for colleagues as required. Review and make recommendations for updates to the freight process to improve service and cost. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) or similar designations/training preferred. Proficient in MS Office including Excel. Knowledge in US, Canadian, and International Customs is required. Strong background in customs import and export process (i.e. customs clearance, HTS tariff classification, USMCA and CUSMA agreements, ISPM55 requirements, duty drawback, SIMA/antidumping duties, etc.). Good communication, organizational and analytical skills. Team oriented and selfmotivated. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM: Competitive wages. A continuous learning environment. Ability to advance your career with a growing company. NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007. Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more. Ongoing employee development through a variety of inhouse training initiatives. HOW TO APPLY If you would like to apply for this position or know someone who would, please submit a resume. OUR WHY We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable. NFI Group NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information is available at and #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Customs Assistant