Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Location/Division Specific Information This role is based in our Mississauga location, within our dynamic shipping division. How Will You Make an Impact? As an Import Compliance Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will guarantee the seamless import of goods, strictly following regulations and laws. Your role will be essential in upholding our top-tier standards. A Day in the Life Coordinate and handle incoming international shipments, customs documentation and import documentation records while maintaining import product database. Review and approve customs documentations. Track and trace shipments, providing updates to relevant parties. Maintain communication with customs authorities and facilitate customs release using Canada self-assessment program. Identify and resolve any shipment and import issues including clearance delays. Handle customs compliance procedures, Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) and CARM, Canada Border and Services Agency digital initiative. Conduct restricted/denied party screening for business partners. Resolve discrepancies, request appropriate corrections, reconcile or protest as appropriate; verify valuation methodology including assists. Participate actively in Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) customs audits, internal audits, and other significant projects as required. Maintain Canada United States Mexico Agreement (CUSMAs) database for imported product that qualify. Provide operational backup to Whitby import activities, as required. Perform alternating or rotating shift work as required. Travel to the offsite warehouse location as required. Education High school diploma or equivalent experience required. Experience At least 3 years of prior experience working as an import coordinator or in a related position. Experience filing Canada Export Reports using CBSA websites. Experience with SAP (preferred) in sales & distribution, planning, and shipment modules. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of import regulations and HTS classification. Familiarity with INCOTERMS and responsibilities outlined in sales contracts. Strong attention to detail, efficient time management, and excellent interpersonal skills. Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office programs. Physical Requirements / Work Environment Light physical effort; occasional equipment operation. Comfortable indoor environment with potential mild discomfort from dust, fumes, or temperature extremes. Use of Personal Protective Equipment may be required. What We Offer Compensation Competitive Pay Rate Annual performance-based bonus Annual merit performance-based increase Excellent Benefits Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1 Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays Retirement Savings Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus Career Advancement Opportunities Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
