YOUR DAY TO DAY:
The Senior Manager, Logistics, Customs & Trade Compliance is responsible for enterprise-level leadership and oversight of global logistics operations, customs administration, tariff classification, and export/import compliance. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods globally while serving as the organization's senior authority on trade-related regulatory matters.
YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:
Strategic Leadership & Governance- Develop and implement the strategic vision for logistics, customs, and trade compliance functions.
- Establish governance frameworks, policies, and controls ensuring compliance with Canadian, U.S., and international trade regulations.
- Provide executive-level guidance to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Customs & Regulatory Compliance- Oversee compliance with CBSA, US-CBP, and global customs regulations.
- Manage tariff classification, importer of record (IOR) responsibilities, and customs verification activities.
- Ensure compliance with FTA programs and oversee certificate-of-origin processes.
- Maintain oversight of C-TPAT requirements and international security programs.
Export Controls & Trade Compliance- Provide executive oversight of export controls including EIPA, ECL, ACL, SEMA, EAR, ITAR, and OFAC.
- Oversee licensing, permits, exemptions, and due diligence activities.
- Ensure organization-wide compliance with restricted-party screening processes.
- Serve as a key liaison to government agencies regarding export and sanctions requirements.
Logistics & Transportation Management - Oversee domestic and international transportation strategies across air, ocean, ground, and courier modes.
- Negotiate high-value contracts with carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders.
- Optimize transportation costs, service levels, and shipping performance.
Process Optimization & Risk Management- Develop and enforce internal controls to minimize compliance risks.
- Oversee internal audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement programs.
- Provide leadership for digital transformation initiatives in logistics and trade compliance.
Leadership & Collaboration- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of logistics and trade compliance professionals.
- Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, finance, and operations leaders to resolve escalated issues.
YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:
Required- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in logistics, customs, and trade compliance.
- Strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. export control regulations and customs laws.
- Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and enterprise programs.
- Professional certifications (CITT, CCS, CTCS, etc.) considered strong assets.
- Must be able to meet CGP requirements
WHAT WE OFFER:Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.
We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!
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