Supply Chain - Manager, Duty Optimization, Trade & Customs

Aritzia; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in New Westminster seeks a Manager of Duty Optimization for its Trade & Customs team. This role requires managing global duty spend, analyzing customs data, and ensuring compliance with trade regulations. Candidates should have significant experience in trade and customs management and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of $100,000 - $150,000 CAD per year alongside comprehensive perks, including wellness resources and an aspirational workplace.

Benefits

Product Discount

In-house bistro and café

On-site fitness studio

Wellness resources

Aspirational workplace

Additional amenities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a trade and customs environment.
• Ability to work independently and analyze complex data.
• Strong capability in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage global duty spend and cost reduction.
• Perform large data analysis for duty savings.
• Interpret rules of origin under Free Trade Agreements.
• Monitor and interpret government recovery programs.

Skills

Experience in Trade and Customs Environment

Ability to interpret and analyze complex data

CAN CCS (US CCS an asset)

Advanced Excel, BI Reporting, Bit Query

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Trade & Customs Department is to facilitate the cross-border movement of goods, playing a vital role in Aritzia’s global commerce.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Trade & Customs team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for monitoring the imports and exports across all trade channels. As the Manager , Duty Optimization, Trade & Customs, you will play a pivotal role in duty management & financial analysis, tariff engineering, duty drawback , and First Sale for Export programs to maximize business value and ensure compliance. With the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless — from a rewarding career in Trade & Customs to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Manager , Duty Optimization , Trade & Customs, you will :

• Lead and manage global duty spend & cost reduction portfolio across all Aritzia trade channels
• Perform large data analysis with respect to duty savings and other financial outlays
• Lead and manage duty drawback programs, First Sale for Export, Refunds/ PSC’s and other recovery/reduction requirements.
• Interpret rules of origin applicable for Free Trade Agreement eligibility
• Interpret HS/HTS coding for optimization
• Monitor and interpret global government recovery programs, regulations, and changes in customs policies

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Manager , Duty Optimization , Trade & Customs, has:

• Proven skills, certifications, education, and/or experience in:
  • Experience in Trade and Customs Environment
  • Ability to work independently with the ability to interpret and analyze complex data
  • CAN CCS (US CCS an asset)
  • Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel, BI Reporting, Bit Query or other analysis tools
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners
• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value and drive the business

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a spirational workspace and elevated employee perks and experiences — we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• A-OK Commissary and/or Cafe — An Everyday Luxury experience, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and/or cafe (location dependent) is like a private oasis where employees can enjoy a curated, subsidized menu. You also get complimentary coffee. Treat yourself.
• The SET — Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness — Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace — Our distribution centres are specially designed to be places of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities — Additional amenities include shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences and more.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.