Customs Compliance Specialist
About the role
Take your Career to the next Level with MEVOTECH.
Join Our Team at Mevotech!
Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading North American aftermarket auto parts company? Mevotech is seeking a Customs Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic team.
About Us Mevotech is a trusted leader in the aftermarket auto parts industry, specializing in driveline, steering, and suspension parts. With over 40 years of experience, we're dedicated to engineering excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our commitment to employee wellness and engagement has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Position Overview Reporting to the Manager, Customs Compliance, The Customs Compliance Specialist ensures the accurate preparation, collection, and organization of all customs documentation for import and export activities. This role is critical in maintaining adherence to U.S. and Canadian customs regulations, international trade laws, and internal compliance standards.
You will support transborder shipping, streamline customs processes, enhance operational controls, and maintain high compliance accuracy across all customs functions.
Key Responsibilities
Customs Operations & Documentation
- Prepare, review, and organize all customs documentation in compliance with international and domestic regulations.
- Coordinate with customs brokers to expedite clearance and prevent delays, penalties, or additional fees.
- Maintain high documentation integrity, including CTPAT records, version control, and audit readiness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with internal teams (Transportation, Engineering, Shipping, Customer Service, Marketing, Finance) for timely, accurate shipment communication.
- Work closely with external partners: carriers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, and international clients.
Compliance, Governance & Process Improvement
- Develop and maintain SOPs and process maps for customs-related workflows.
- Conduct ongoing evaluation of customs processes to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency.
- Identify noncompliance issues, report risks, define corrective actions, and participate in audits.
- Stay current on regulatory changes (tariff classifications, trade agreements, FTZ rules) and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
Supply Chain Coordination
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Collaborate with 3PLs and FTZ operators to ensure accurate reporting and customs adherence.
-
Provide after-hours troubleshooting support as operational needs require.
-
Complete additional duties assigned by management.
Ideal Qualifications Required
-3+ yearsof customs, import/export, or trade compliance experience
-
Strong knowledge ofU.S. & Canadian customs regulations -Required: CCS designation (Certified Customs Specialist) -Familiarity with FTZ operations (asset)
-
Strong understanding of international trade, ocean freight, and highway cargo regulations
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-
High accuracy, urgency, and attention to detail
-
Process improvement and analytical problem‑solving skills -MS Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Power BI is an asset -Diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics (asset)
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
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Primarily office‑based role with standard business hours; occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines or support time‑sensitive operational needs. -Hybrid work model: 4 days onsite as percompany hybrid policy. -After**‑**hours availability: Candidates should be comfortable providing on‑call support for urgent customs or operational matters as needed.
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Accessibility Accommodations
Mevotech provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know, and we'll work with you to meet your needs.
Take the next step in your career journey and join us at Mevotech!
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About Mevotech LP
Mevotech is a trusted North American leader in the engineering and design of driveline, steering and suspension aftermarket auto parts. Since 1982, we have been revolutionizing the technician experience through design best practices, superior materials and rigorous quality control standards. Fueled by innovation, our brands feature engineering improvements for maximum durability and performance, as well as time and labor saving enhancements that drive bay efficiencies and increase shop revenues. Our employees are our foundation; it is their spirit and dedication that foster the Mevotech way. We are proud to be one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2023
Our Values:
- Customer Centric - Demonstrate a customer centric approach towards internal and external customer interaction. Seek ways to improve and enhance customer service levels. Consistently deliver high quality work and service despite pressing deadlines.
- Passion - Be passionate, energetic and committed. Push yourself to stretch beyond our commitments to exceed expectations. Pursue excellence in everything we do and empower others to do the same.
- Collaboration - Treat all individuals fairly and with respect; Work collaboratively with others to achieve higher results. Openly and willingly share information with others.
- Innovation - Constantly strive to redefine the standard of excellence. Be open to ideas and share ideas that challenge the conventional views and drive innovation.
- Communication - Communicate in an open, candid and consistent manner. Listen and expresses ideas and opinions openly. Keeps individuals informed about issues that may affect them. Use diplomacy and tact in communicating with others.
- Diversity and Inclusion - Celebrate infinite differences. Make conscious and deliberate steps towards setting goals and strategies which identify and target the internal gaps. Engage in different points of view.
To learn more about Mevotech, watch our overview video at mevotech.com.
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Customs Compliance Specialist
About the role
Take your Career to the next Level with MEVOTECH.
Join Our Team at Mevotech!
Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading North American aftermarket auto parts company? Mevotech is seeking a Customs Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic team.
About Us Mevotech is a trusted leader in the aftermarket auto parts industry, specializing in driveline, steering, and suspension parts. With over 40 years of experience, we're dedicated to engineering excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our commitment to employee wellness and engagement has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Position Overview Reporting to the Manager, Customs Compliance, The Customs Compliance Specialist ensures the accurate preparation, collection, and organization of all customs documentation for import and export activities. This role is critical in maintaining adherence to U.S. and Canadian customs regulations, international trade laws, and internal compliance standards.
You will support transborder shipping, streamline customs processes, enhance operational controls, and maintain high compliance accuracy across all customs functions.
Key Responsibilities
Customs Operations & Documentation
- Prepare, review, and organize all customs documentation in compliance with international and domestic regulations.
- Coordinate with customs brokers to expedite clearance and prevent delays, penalties, or additional fees.
- Maintain high documentation integrity, including CTPAT records, version control, and audit readiness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with internal teams (Transportation, Engineering, Shipping, Customer Service, Marketing, Finance) for timely, accurate shipment communication.
- Work closely with external partners: carriers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, and international clients.
Compliance, Governance & Process Improvement
- Develop and maintain SOPs and process maps for customs-related workflows.
- Conduct ongoing evaluation of customs processes to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency.
- Identify noncompliance issues, report risks, define corrective actions, and participate in audits.
- Stay current on regulatory changes (tariff classifications, trade agreements, FTZ rules) and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
Supply Chain Coordination
-
Collaborate with 3PLs and FTZ operators to ensure accurate reporting and customs adherence.
-
Provide after-hours troubleshooting support as operational needs require.
-
Complete additional duties assigned by management.
Ideal Qualifications Required
-3+ yearsof customs, import/export, or trade compliance experience
-
Strong knowledge ofU.S. & Canadian customs regulations -Required: CCS designation (Certified Customs Specialist) -Familiarity with FTZ operations (asset)
-
Strong understanding of international trade, ocean freight, and highway cargo regulations
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-
High accuracy, urgency, and attention to detail
-
Process improvement and analytical problem‑solving skills -MS Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Power BI is an asset -Diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics (asset)
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
-
Primarily office‑based role with standard business hours; occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines or support time‑sensitive operational needs. -Hybrid work model: 4 days onsite as percompany hybrid policy. -After**‑**hours availability: Candidates should be comfortable providing on‑call support for urgent customs or operational matters as needed.
-
Accessibility Accommodations
Mevotech provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know, and we'll work with you to meet your needs.
Take the next step in your career journey and join us at Mevotech!
w06InmJGmg
About Mevotech LP
Mevotech is a trusted North American leader in the engineering and design of driveline, steering and suspension aftermarket auto parts. Since 1982, we have been revolutionizing the technician experience through design best practices, superior materials and rigorous quality control standards. Fueled by innovation, our brands feature engineering improvements for maximum durability and performance, as well as time and labor saving enhancements that drive bay efficiencies and increase shop revenues. Our employees are our foundation; it is their spirit and dedication that foster the Mevotech way. We are proud to be one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2023
Our Values:
- Customer Centric - Demonstrate a customer centric approach towards internal and external customer interaction. Seek ways to improve and enhance customer service levels. Consistently deliver high quality work and service despite pressing deadlines.
- Passion - Be passionate, energetic and committed. Push yourself to stretch beyond our commitments to exceed expectations. Pursue excellence in everything we do and empower others to do the same.
- Collaboration - Treat all individuals fairly and with respect; Work collaboratively with others to achieve higher results. Openly and willingly share information with others.
- Innovation - Constantly strive to redefine the standard of excellence. Be open to ideas and share ideas that challenge the conventional views and drive innovation.
- Communication - Communicate in an open, candid and consistent manner. Listen and expresses ideas and opinions openly. Keeps individuals informed about issues that may affect them. Use diplomacy and tact in communicating with others.
- Diversity and Inclusion - Celebrate infinite differences. Make conscious and deliberate steps towards setting goals and strategies which identify and target the internal gaps. Engage in different points of view.
To learn more about Mevotech, watch our overview video at mevotech.com.