Manager Customs & Transportation

Canadian Pacific Kansas City

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Kansas City seeks a Manager, Customs & Transportation to oversee logistics operations and trade compliance. The role includes managing vendor contracts, driving costs down, and working with internal teams to ensure regulatory adherence. Candidates should have a strong quantitative education background and a minimum of 3 years in corporate trade compliance. This full-time position offers a flexible benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate trade compliance.
Demonstrated knowledge of import/export regulations.
Strong quantitative focus in education.
Leadership capabilities and aspiration to move into a people-leadership role.

Responsibilities

Lead North American Trade Compliance for imports/exports.
Oversee transportation and logistics operations.
Manage customs brokers and logistics providers.
Ensure accurate customs data (HTS, COO, ECCN, valuation, Incoterms) across the supply chain.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliant cross-border operations.
Manage customs brokers and logistics providers for timely, compliant deliveries.
Identify scalable solutions to improve compliance and reduce costs.
Guide day-to-day trade compliance matters, including audits and duty programs.
Lead sourcing strategies and contract negotiations for customs and transportation services.

Skills

Leadership

Trade compliance knowledge

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business/Commerce or related

U.S. Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent

Job description

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

Purpose of the Position

As Manager, Customs & Transportation, you’ll be at the forefront of optimizing our domestic and international logistics operations—ensuring seamless material flow and asset availability across borders. You’ll drive cost‑effective, high‑quality solutions in partnership with business leaders, while managing vendor contracts, budgets, and a talented team. This is your opportunity to shape strategy, elevate service, and make a lasting impact.

Position Accountabilities

Lead and manage North American Trade Compliance for imports/exports, ensuring alignment with corporate policies
Oversee transportation and logistics operations, vendor performance, and regulatory compliance
Develop and implement trade compliance procedures, training, and manuals
Ensure accurate customs data (HTS, COO, ECCN, valuation, Incoterms) across the supply chain
Collaborate with internal teams (tax, legal, IT, procurement) and external partners to ensure compliant cross‑border operations
Manage customs brokers and logistics providers, supporting timely, compliant deliveries
Identify scalable solutions to improve compliance, reduce costs, and streamline operations
Guide day‑to‑day trade compliance matters, including audits, duty programs, and government agency requirements
Lead sourcing strategies and contract negotiations for customs and transportation services

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business/Commerce, or a related field with a strong quantitative focus.
U.S. Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent international certification, education, and experience.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in corporate trade compliance, with demonstrated knowledge of import/export regulations and global trade practices.
This role requires demonstrated leadership capabilities and a clear aspiration to move into a people‑leadership role in the future.

What CPKC Has to Offer

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part‑time studies program

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Background Investigation

Criminal history check
Education verification
Professional references

Becoming a Railroader

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

Culture of Inclusion

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

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