Some of the world's most important technologies operate far from public view. They support critical communications, sensitive applications, advanced research, healthcare, industrial systems, and other environments where reliability is expected and failure is not taken lightly.Our client is an established international manufacturer of highly engineered products and systems. Its Canadian operation forms part of a broader manufacturing network serving customers across multiple regulated and technically demanding markets.This is a business where logistics and trade compliance carry real operational importance. Specialized products must move across borders accurately, securely, economically, and in full accordance with an extensive body of Canadian, American, and international requirements.The company is now seeking a senior leader who can bring clear direction to that responsibility and strengthen how logistics, customs, and international trade are managed across the organization.CompensationAn annual salary of $110,000 to $150,000*Comprehensive health and wellness benefitsAn employer-supported retirement savings programCareer and professional development opportunitiesThe opportunity to influence a nationally important business function within an international organization*The stated compensation range reflects the full scope of the role as currently structured and is provided in accordance with pay transparency requirements. Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role's requirements. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates who fully meet all requirements and qualifications outlined in this posting and the official job description.The OpportunityThe National Manager, Logistics, Customs & Trade Compliance will lead a function that sits at the intersection of supply chain performance, regulatory responsibility, commercial decision-making, and organizational risk.This is not simply a transportation-management position, nor is it a narrowly defined compliance role. It is a broad leadership mandate for someone who understands how the two disciplines depend on one another.You will shape the policies, controls, relationships, and operating practices that govern how products move into, out of, and across the business. You will oversee transportation strategy, customs administration, tariff classification, export controls, sanctions requirements, broker and carrier relationships, internal audits, and the development of the people responsible for carrying out this work.The position will also serve as a trusted source of guidance for senior leadership and for colleagues across supply chain, operations, engineering, finance, and other departments. When regulations change, a shipment presents an unusual risk, a classification is challenged, or a process needs to be improved, your judgement will help determine the right course of action.For an accomplished logistics and trade professional, this is an opportunity to move beyond administering established processes and take ownership of how an important function is designed, governed,



and improved.Position DescriptionEstablish the DirectionDefine the national strategy for logistics, customs, and trade compliance.Translate regulatory and operational requirements into practical policies, procedures, controls, and performance expectations.Provide informed recommendations to executives and functional leaders on trade-related risks, obligations, and business decisions.Create greater consistency across locations, departments, service providers, and international shipments.Lead Customs GovernanceOversee the company's compliance with Canadian, U.S., and applicable international customs requirements.Maintain effective control over tariff classification, importer-of-record responsibilities, customs documentation, and verification activity.Direct the administration of free-trade agreement requirements and certificate-of-origin processes.Maintain appropriate oversight of C-TPAT and other applicable supply chain security programs.Manage key relationships with customs brokers, government authorities, and internal stakeholders.Direct Export and Import ComplianceProvide senior oversight of Canadian and U.S. export-control and sanctions obligations.Ensure that licensing, permit, exemption, screening, and due-diligence requirements are understood and followed.Maintain effective restricted-party screening and transaction-review processes.Advise the business on controlled products, destinations, end users, and other trade-related considerations.Act as a senior company contact when regulatory agencies require information, clarification, or action.Guide Transportation StrategyDirect domestic and international transportation activity across air, ocean, ground, and courier services.Establish clear expectations for carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and other logistics partners.Lead significant commercial negotiations and service-provider agreements.Improve freight costs, transit performance, shipment visibility, and service reliability without compromising compliance.Address escalated transportation issues and recurring service problems.Strengthen Controls and ProcessesDevelop internal controls that reduce customs, logistics, financial, and regulatory exposure.Oversee audits, reviews, corrective actions, and process-improvement initiatives.Identify gaps before they become shipment delays, customer concerns, financial costs, or compliance findings.Guide the adoption and improvement of digital tools, reporting practices, and supporting systems.Use operational data to identify patterns, measure performance, and support better decisions.Lead the FunctionProvide direction, coaching,



and professional development to logistics and trade compliance employees.Build a team that combines regulatory discipline with sound operational judgement.Clarify responsibilities and encourage appropriate accountability throughout the organization.Work closely with supply chain, engineering, operations, finance, and other business leaders to resolve complex matters.Establish the function as a knowledgeable and practical business partner.ExperienceAt least 10 years of progressively responsible experience encompassing logistics, customs, import and export activity, and trade complianceExperience leading people, programs, and business-wide initiativesDirect involvement with Canadian and U.S. customs and export-control requirementsExperience managing domestic and international transportation through multiple modesA record of working successfully with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, regulatory authorities, and internal business teamsExperience developing policies, controls, audit practices, and corrective-action programsStrong commercial judgement, including service-provider evaluation and contract negotiationThe ability to move comfortably between strategic planning and the practical realities of daily shipment executionExperience gained within a regulated, technically complex, or international manufacturing organization would be particularly valuableQualificationsA bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, international trade, engineering, or another relevant disciplineStrong working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. customs laws, export controls, economic sanctions, and related international trade requirementsFamiliarity with Canadian export-control obligations, including EIPA and ECL requirements, as well as applicable U.S. EAR, ITAR, and OFAC rulesKnowledge of tariff classification, origin determination, free-trade programs, importer-of-record responsibilities, and customs verificationThe ability to interpret complex requirements and explain them clearly to non-specialistsStrong written, verbal, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsConfidence communicating with senior leaders, government authorities, external service providers, and technical teamsEligibility to satisfy the requirements of Canada's Controlled Goods ProgramCITT, CCS, CTCS, or comparable professional credentials would be considered valuable assetsEducationA bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, international trade, engineering, or another relevant disciplineCITT, CCS, CTCS, or comparable professional credentials would be considered valuable assetsAdditional InformationJob ID: 10625Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time | On-SiteIndustries: Energy and UtilitiesJob Categories: Logistics/Distribution/WarehousingManages Others: YesRequired Travel: NoRelocation Assistance: NoExisting VacancyThis is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly.Use of Artificial IntelligenceWe do NOT use artificial intelligence to screen, rank or select candidates. The merits of every single application will be judged by a human. AI may be used to craft correspondence or write a job posting but never in the decision-making as to candidate suitability. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 National Manager, Logistics, Customs & Trade Compliance (Puslinch)
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