Customs Trade Consultant
axel springer hyBuffalo, NY
Customs Trade Consultant
axel springer hyBuffalo, NYSenior L5
Freight Transportation ArrangementOther Management Consulting ServicesProcess, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
APPLY NOWJoin a Best-Managed Employer as a Trade ConsultantAt GHY, we don’t just move goods across borders — we move possibilities forward. As a “Best-Managed” Employer, we’re proud to be a family-led organization where people genuinely care about their work, their clients, and one another.
For over a century, we’ve been helping importers and exporters trade confidently in global markets. With offices across Canada and the United States — including Toronto, Emerson, Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, North Dakota, and South Carolina — GHY continues to grow through integrity, innovation, and care.
About the RoleAre you a seasoned trade compliance professional with a passion for customs regulations and client consulting? Reporting to the Director of US Trade Services, you’ll serve as a subject matter expert, mentor colleagues, and provide strategic guidance to clients on complex trade matters.
What You’ll Do:
Advise clients on tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and free trade agreement qualification, and draft CBP Binding Ruling Requests.
Support compliance activities including verifications, post-entry corrections, and coordination with CBP and Partner Government Agencies.
Prepare scope of work proposals, identify client risks and refund opportunities, and assist with duty drawback coordination.
Compile customs documentation, manage post-entry filings, and maintain logs for refunds, CBP requests, and entry status.
Research and resolve supplemental duty bills and penalties, and generate reports to support trade operations.
Contribute to business development by creating trade-related presentation content and participating in team huddles and process improvements.
What You BringSkills & Competencies: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to manage deadlines and heavy workloads
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to represent GHY professionally with clients, colleagues, and CBPAdvanced knowledge of: Tariff classification and Explanatory Notes
U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR)
Valuation rules and country of origin determinationsProficiency in: Executing customs entries for all transportation modes
ACE functionality and brokerage software
Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office SuiteExperience & EducationMinimum 10 years of experience in the customs industry
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation
U.S. Customs Broker License (preferred)
Working ConditionsMinimal supervision required
Primarily desk-based (90%) with occasional standing or travel (5% each)
Location: Remote- must be able to travel to Pembina, ND office for training
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM CST (40 hours/week)
Holidays:
One statutory holiday per year will be required to be worked
Why GHY?At GHY, we’re committed to building a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence. You’ll join a team that values expertise, supports professional development, and works together to deliver exceptional service to our clients.
Ready to take the next step in your trade services career?
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Buffalo, NY
Occupation
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Industry
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