Supply Chain - Manager, Trade Optimization

Aritzia • Seattle, WA

1d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

We are Everyday Luxury™. It's what we do and how we do it — together. It's working alongside world-class talent in pursuit of world-class results. It's maximizing your potential in a high-performance culture. It's knowing that wherever you are, you belong. It's elevating your world — and the world of those who love and will love Aritzia. It's You. And an endless runway of opportunity. With a Global Support Campus in Vancouver and additional Support Office hubs in major cities across North America — including Toronto, New York, Los Angeles and Seattle — our workplace network is strategically designed to support our People and serve our Clients a frictionless experience. So, you can do what you do best — with us.
THE TEAM The mission of the Trade & Customs teams is to enable the cross-border movement of goods and lead the company’s trade and customs compliance strategy, 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 imports and exports across all trade channels. You will play a pivotal role in managing cross border movement of goods and related information efficiently and effectively, to maximize business value, ensure compliance, and drive strategic trade optimization through targeted programs and cross-functional collaboration. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia—while enjoying one yourself.
THE ROLE As the Manager, Trade Optimization, you will lead the team to: Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience. Strategically develop Aritzia’s trade and customs approach to uphold our competitive advantage Adhere to laws and regulations that ensure goods are imported, exported, and declared correctly Minimize Aritzia’s duty liability while optimizing our cash flow Manage the seamless execution of our day-to-day business and initiatives

Requirements

• Licensed US Customs Broker, or Canada CCS Certification required
• Experience managing duty optimization programs such as free trade agreements, first sale, duty drawback/deferral, and tariff classification consultation
• Experience with trade program financial analysis and audit of big data (BI, Excel, etc.)
• Team leadership experience preferred
• 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 to the business

Responsibilities

• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.
• Strategically develop Aritzia’s trade and customs approach to uphold our competitive advantage
• Adhere to laws and regulations that ensure goods are imported, exported, and declared correctly
• Minimize Aritzia’s duty liability while optimizing our cash flow
• Manage the seamless execution of our day-to-day business and initiatives

Benefits

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• Baby Leave Program — We provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.
• 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 offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration.
• Amenities — Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras — We also offer a multitude of other perks like snacks and refreshments, dry-cleaning, hotel, restaurant discounts, health and wellness discounts, and self-care promos.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees