Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a
Logistics Manager in the
plastics industry in
Burlington, Ontario.
The Logistics Manager will lead the development and execution of logistics strategies that support efficient global trade operations. This role is responsible for managing relationships with carriers, customs brokers, and courier partners, while providing expert guidance on transportation, customs compliance, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliant, cost-effective, and seamless cross-border and international logistics operations, driving operational excellence and supporting the organization's global supply chain objectives.
Total rewards:-
$80000.00 - $90000.00 annually
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Pension Plan
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Vacation Allotment
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Bonus
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Benefits
A typical day:-
Develop, document, and standardize logistics workflows and best practices across North American facilities
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Serve as the organization's subject matter expert and center of excellence for trade compliance, logistics operations, and regulatory requirements.
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Act as the primary point of contact for logistics process development and execution, liaising with suppliers, carriers, customs brokers, and legal advisors as required
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Provide guidance on tariff-related impacts and develop actionable strategies to mitigate cost exposure. Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and lead cross-functional alignment on business impacts. Act as liaison with external advisors, customs brokers, legal counsel, and trade partners. Design and implement best-practice processes to minimize tariff exposure and ensure compliance.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and courier partners
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Recommend and allocate transportation providers to meet service, cost, and reliability targets
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Ensure all import and export activities comply with applicable regulations (e.g., USMCA, CBSA, U.S. CBP, EAR, ITAR, and sanctions requirements)
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Oversee product classification (HS/HTS codes) and country-of-origin determination
Successful candidates will have:-
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
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7–10+ years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, and international trade, preferably in a manufacturing environment
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Strong knowledge of cross-border trade regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., USMCA, CBSA, U.S. CBP, EAR, ITAR)
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Proven experience managing carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers. Demonstrated expertise in tariff classification (HS/HTS), country of origin determination, and duty optimization strategies
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Experience developing and implementing logistics strategies, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Professional certifications such as CITT, CSCMP, or customs/trade compliance designations are considered an asset
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Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions and regions
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Proficiency bn SAP or similar ERP system
This posting is for an active opening.
Interested?
Please apply directly online
Agilus by Synergie would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview.
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