Analyst, Customs

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WHAT WE OFFER

• At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help
• to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees,
• providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member
• of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as
• a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path
• should be as unique as you are.

GROUP SUMMARY

• The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive
• technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems
• knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions
• systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the
• path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities

• Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually

GENERAL

• Responsible as the process owner and management of the free trade agreement

process which includes, but is not limited to, solicitation, document review,

supplier follow up, requests for customer FTA qualification, verification of,

and providing customer FTA  information in format required by customer.

• Responsible as the process owner and management for customer requests for

information related to customs and free trade agreements.  Includes, but is

not limited to, LVC statements, accumulated value statements, AALA

analysis/completion, country of origin affidavits, manufacturer affidavits.

• Provide technical and operational support to Group Corporate, division, and

other internal Magna stakeholders.  Internal stakeholders include, but are

not limited to, Purchasing, Finance, Legal, Sales, R & D, Program Managers

and Engineering.

• Support Magna cross functional teams and divisions with Duty Impact analysis

to assist with sourcing decisions, customer quotes and landed cost

calculations.

• Responsible for determining HTS tariff classification for production parts

and non-production parts.  Responsibility includes entering data into

“ORIGIN” database and maintaining rationale incorporating the General Rules

of Interpretation (GRI).

• Maintain and periodically review tariff classification database.

• Ensure recordkeeping requirements are complied with for Canada, U.S. and

Mexico for all tariff classification rationale and free trade agreement

solicitation and qualification.

• Provide operational support to MML divisions such as, but not limited to,

hand carry shipments, shipment issues/delays and reporting of shipment

status/updates.

• Support Group Trade Compliance Manager on metrics, customs audits, and

internal customs reviews.

• Support the Group Trade Compliance Manager in managing customs broker

relationship and respond to broker’s requests for information on incoming

shipments to obtain and provide critical information to broker to ensure

highest levels of import entry compliance are met.

• Facilitate post entry adjustments as necessary (refunds and corrections).

• Develop and maintain good working relationship with each division.

• Responsible as the process owner and management of CARM and its corresponding

processes.  Process includes monitoring of the release prior to payment bond

and ensuring timely payment of applicable duties and taxes to CBSA.

• Monitor US CBP ACE monthly to ensure there are no Customs requests for

information that may have been missed.

• Work with Group Trade Compliance Manager to respond to customs requests for

information and other customs or other government agency enforcement issues.

• Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure that divisions are compliant

with Canadian, Mexican and U.S. customs regulations, and that reasonable care

and responsible supervision as it relates to transactions involving Canadian,

Mexican, U.S. and international customs.

• Prepare reports as required by management (division and group and Magna

corporate).

• Actively participate in annual Magna Customs Summit.

• Process mapping and maintaining of department procedures.

• Monitor and maintain required Canadian, U.S. and Mexican customs bonds,

guarantees, permits and licenses.

• Perform other customs related tasks not specifically mentioned but may be

required from time to time.

• Upholds the principles of the Magna Employee’s Charter, Magna’s Operational

Principles, Magna’s Environmental Health and Safety Policy & Procedures, MML

Quality Policy, Program Execution Process and Business Protocols.  Must

understand and respect the laws and cultures in countries which Magna

conducts business & Magna compliances.

• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Must understand and comply the laws and cultures in countries which Magna

conducts business & Magna compliances.

• Involvement in financial matters is on a level of providing data only and/or

making recommendations.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• No direct supervision of incumbents and/or work units/departments.

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Ensure all safety and non-safety rules and regulations are followed

• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards

• Review and adhere to MML’s health and safety, environmental, and quality

standards, operating procedures, and policies

• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to

hazards, defects or non-compliance issues

• Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and

harassment

• In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the

Occupational Health & Safety Act

EDUCATION

• Minimum Grade 12 Education

• Customs Certified Specialist Designation preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a customs & trade related field

• Familiar with ERP systems (Baan, CMS, SAP and Trans4M etc.)

• Excellent communication skills

• Team Player

• Time management skills

• Customer oriented (internal and external)

• Good written skills

• U.S. & Canada regulatory import, export trade compliance experience

• Complete understanding of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Canada

Border Services Agency (CBSA) regulations, including knowledge of customs

classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the US and CA

• Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements, Special Trade Programs, Goods Returned

programs and their relevant documentary requirements

• Understand country of origin and marking issues, recordkeeping requirements

and duty deferral programs

• Willingness to learn new regulatory requirements within and outside of North

America

• Ability to problem solve

• Excellent excel spreadsheet skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The majority of the job is performed in a standard office environment with

minimal risk or harmful elements.

• Occasional visits to manufacturing facilities

• Job requires dealing with confidential and sensitive information and

situations.

• Job requires handling of stressful situations

• Valid Driver’s License required

• Travel Requirement up to 10 %

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Be Agile and Adapt

• Think Strategically

• Act Decisively

• Champion Change

• Lead the Team

• Inspire Others

• Think Top and Bottom Line – Understanding the Business

• Prioritize Achievement

AWARENESS, UNITY, EMPOWERMENT

• At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s
• why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of
• experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements,
• regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual
• orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.
• Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage
• you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR
• requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-ASSISTED SCREENING DISCLOSURE

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment

process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial

screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help

identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements.

Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions

are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no

applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information

remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our

privacy and data protection policies.

UNDER CONDITIONS DEFINED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REQUEST AN

EXPLANATION OF HOW AI IS USED TO SUPPORT DECISION-MAKING.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact

our Talent Attraction team.

WORKER TYPE

• Regular / Permanent

Group

• Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting