Pacivanta is an emerging international import/export and trading business developing opportunities primarily across Canada, the United States, and China. We are seeking a capable, proactive professional to help establish and run day-to-day operations in a fast-moving startup environment.

Job Summary

The International Trade & Operations Manager coordinates supply chain, warehouse distribution, procurement, and order fulfillment activities. This role connects purchasing, demand planning, freight, and shipping operations to support reliable product flow and responsive service.

Responsibilities

·Manage ongoing communications and follow-ups with buyers, suppliers, logistics providers, banks, and professional advisers; initially support relationships introduced by leadership.

·Coordinate trade documentation, shipping arrangements, transaction tracking, schedules, records, and general office administration.

·Research promising products and trade opportunities, including demand, pricing, sourcing, margins, competition, and practical feasibility.

·Research customs requirements, tariffs, import/export restrictions, and relevant laws and regulations using authoritative sources; organize findings for review by legal and compliance advisers.

·Support trade-finance and banking workflows, including documentation for letters of credit and cross-border payments, working with specialists as needed.

·Use AI and digital research tools efficiently,



while independently checking important findings against reliable official sources.

·Build organized processes, prioritize competing deadlines, resolve issues, and take ownership of varied operational tasks.

Requirements

·Manage ongoing communications and follow-ups with buyers, suppliers, logistics providers, banks, and professional advisers; initially support relationships introduced by leadership.

·Coordinate trade documentation, shipping arrangements, transaction tracking, schedules, records, and general office administration.

·Research promising products and trade opportunities, including demand, pricing, sourcing, margins, competition, and practical feasibility.

·Research customs requirements, tariffs, import/export restrictions, and relevant laws and regulations using authoritative sources; organize findings for review by legal and compliance advisers.

·Support trade-finance and banking workflows, including documentation for letters of credit and cross-border payments, working with specialists as needed.

·Use AI and digital research tools efficiently, while independently checking key findings against reliable official sources.

·Build organized processes, prioritize competing deadlines, resolve issues, and take ownership of varied operational tasks.

Pay: $60,800.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 International Trade & Operations Manager (Vancouver)
🏢 Pacivanta
📍 Vancouver