Distribution and Trade Compliance Manager

Location: Richmond, BC, Canada; onsite

Starting salary: CAD $110,000+ annually

Company

hirify.global is a growing manufacturer with a global presence, combining the resources of a large organization with the entrepreneurial culture of a fast-paced company.

What you will do

• Oversee Canadian and U.S. import and export compliance, including customs documentation, tariff classification, country of origin, valuation, and USMCA/CUSMA requirements.
• Manage outbound parts, machine, and intercompany shipments, including documentation, packaging, carrier performance, freight costs, claims, and delivery issues.
• Lead daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities; assign priorities, manage capacity, coach employees, and develop cross-training plans.
• Coordinate shipment dates, production readiness, documentation, customer priorities, delays, risks, and recovery actions with Sales, Parts Sales, Operations, and Planning.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, inventory accuracy, cycle counts, physical inventory, warehouse audits, and corrective actions.
• Use KPIs, data, floor observation, and root-cause analysis to improve workflow, material flow, labor utilization, business continuity, and customs compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience considered.
• At least 7 years of progressive leadership experience in logistics, shipping, warehouse operations, or customs compliance, including workforce and capacity management.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. import and export requirements, tariff classification, country of origin, valuation, Incoterms, and USMCA/CUSMA documentation.
• Strong cross-functional communication, ERP, and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Certified Customs Specialist or comparable North American customs or trade-compliance credential preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• APICS or ASCM certification, including CPIM or CSCP, is an asset.

Culture & Benefits

• Open and communicative work environment that supports individual initiative and career growth.
• Comprehensive medical and dental program.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching starting on the first day.
• Additional protection and benefits eligibility after three months of employment.