Trade Analyst in Toronto

Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance, and freight forwarding services around the world. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements, and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing varied trade-related functions to client’s scope of work residing within Livingston International’s Global Trade Management functions. Work in conjunction with the direct management, functional or client teams, and external parties as necessary to meet and exceed client deliverables. The incumbent may specialize in one or more functional areas such as classification, import/export operations, restricted party screening, special trade programs, reconciliation, post-entry, and vendor performance management.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize Trade Applications & Software to analyze import and/or export data to create transactional documentation, KPI reports, perform HS & ECCN Classification, determining FTA Qualification applicability, etc.
• Monitor and adhere to changing priorities as required by the Client(s), US Customs and other regulatory bodies, and management.
• Research missing or incomplete forms or information with suppliers, carriers, and the client.
• Respond and address client inquiries and requests.
• Interact with internal and external parties including other Livingston employees, clients, brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues with their leadership teams' support.
• Contribute to process development and improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, the person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately.
• The ability to set and manage priorities to meet all deadlines.
• A basic knowledge of MS Office Suite, specifically with MS Word and MS Excel.
• A desire to learn and to be coached toward a Sr. Trade Analyst role.
• The ability to work both individually and in a team environment.
• A positive and flexible attitude is required.

EDUCATION

• High School/GED or equivalent Required.
• Associates Degree or post-secondary education Preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Able to Lead.
• Accountability.
• Agility.
• Business Acumen and Straight Talk.
• Customer First Focus.
• Inclusion and Collaboration.
• Leading and Developing.

Livingston is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.