Farrow

About Farrow

Company Summary: Farrow is a diversified, family-owned business which facilitates international trade by executing comprehensive customs solutions and integrated logistics. We provide our clients peace of mind with our customs, shipping and freight-forwarding capabilities for Canada and the United States. Our ability to provide exceptional service to our customers has resulted in Farrow being in business for over 100 years and has allowed us to constantly expand with 29 locations across North America and we’re still growing! We’re real people, family-owned and dedicated to our employees with a history of reinvesting in them. This commitment and dedication are why many of our employees have been with us longer than 20 years and why we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years. Position Summary: This permanent entry level position will be working Friday to Monday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. This position is responsible for receiving, checking and processing customs documents and using scheduled deadlines to follow-up on shipments. This job requires a very strong attention to detail and good interpersonal and communication skills as the successful candidate will be monitoring job-specific computer programs, performing data entry and communicating with external sources on a consistent basis. The Job Involves: Monitor job-specific computer programs for incoming customs documents and updates Receive, check and process customs documents with accuracy and timeliness Verify paperwork and follow-up with external sources as needed Set-up releases at customs, other branches or sub-agent offices Respond to all inquiries from clients and/or drivers and escalate items as needed Use the internet to trace shipments and ensure all requirements are met Use interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain working partnerships with vendors and carriers Perform various office duties as assigned The Ideal Candidate Will Have: High school diploma or equivalent experience Commitment to exceptional customer service Above average data entry skills with an attention to detail required Good communication and organization skills Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize work Proficient computer skills Ability to work with minimal supervision Proficient basic math skills Our Benefits: Competitive salary Will train and develop employees for future growth Health and dental coverage Pension plan (matched) and group RRSP Life insurance Continuing education Community involvement opportunities and paid volunteer time Employee Assistance Program (EAP) One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years Friendly work environment Working Conditions and Other Working Requirements: Company provided Criminal Background Check required May need to work occasional statutory holidays and Saturdays Will need reliable transportation as office is not along a bus route

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Legal Form: Inc

Company Type: Private

Revenue: 100 - 500 million (USD)

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