Global Import & Re-Export Lead (US & Canada)

Johnson Johnson; Markham; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes is recruiting for an Import & Re-Export Lead US & Canada, located in Markham, Ontario. The role leads cross-border import operations across the US and Canada, ensuring compliant customs execution and optimization of programs to support business growth and operational continuity.

Lead a team coordinating with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Trade Compliance to ensure uninterrupted movement of goods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, Customs & Trade, or a related field.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in import/export operations, customs compliance, or international trade.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian customs regulations and cross-border trade processes.
• Experience managing temporary importation, re-exportation, duty drawback, bonded programs, FTZs, and other customs procedures.
• Proven experience managing customs brokers and third-party logistics providers.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across a complex matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import, temporary import, and re-export activities across the US and Canada.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian customs regulations, trade requirements, and special regulations.
• Lead customs programs including temporary imports, duty relief programs, duty drawback, bonded programs, and other procedures.
• Support new product launches, network changes, and supply chain initiatives requiring customs readiness.
• Oversee customs brokers and service providers, driving performance and issue resolution.
• Manage import documentation, permits, licenses and customs declarations.
• Identify opportunities for duty optimization, cost savings, and process improvements.
• Lead customs audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted movement of goods.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Influence stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/International Business/Customs & Trade

Tools

SAP GTS

Job description

Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes is recruiting for an Import & Re-Export Lead US & Canada, located in Markham, Ontario. The role leads cross-border import operations across the US and Canada, ensuring compliant customs execution and optimization of programs to support business growth and operational continuity.

Lead a team coordinating with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Trade Compliance to ensure uninterrupted movement of goods.