Global Trade Manager (Designated Official)

Date Posted:

2024-09-12

Country:

Canada

Location:

104-30 Edgewater Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2L 1V8, Canada

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

The Global Trade (GT) manager will support our Canadian operations from the Ottawa site, as follows:

• Responsible for all export and import activities from / into Canada for our Collins Aerospace business
• Manage and direct the export and import compliance initiatives across our business and assist with drafting, reviewing, training, and implementing international trade compliance regulations, policies, procedures, and audit programs, in alignment with Collins/RTX corporate initiatives
• Provide support and guidance on exports and imports, as required (DFATD, ECL, Wassenaar, CGD, ITAR, EAR Military, EAR Dual-Use, and other countries’ equivalent regulations)
• Role and responsibilities of Chief Security Officer and COMSEC custodian role
• Export/Import support both as an advisory for new products and for export licenses needed for repairs filed through Global Affairs Canada
• Designated Official for controlled goods
  
  

What You Will Do

Determine Export Classification and Jurisdiction of items (i.e.: ECCN, USML, ECL, CGP) with support from internal stakeholders (i.e.: Engineering, Procurement)

Use the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (Canada, the US, others), apply the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI’s), Section and Chapter Notes and Explanatory Notes, to assign HTS classifications

Interact with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations and other functional groups

Evaluate all government agency requirements applicable to imported /exported products (e.g. FCC, FDA, TSCA, BATF)

Troubleshoot the clearance of imported goods when necessary

Coordinate with customs brokers regarding IoR, COO, OGA (‘Other Government Agency’), ADD/CVD, and delivery of imported merchandise

Audit customs’ entries to ensure the accuracy and completeness of information submitted to CBSA / USCBP and submit post summary corrections, as needed

Conduct monthly site audits to ensure compliance with governmental regulations

Conduct periodic customs / exports / imports compliance training

Develop and implement Global Trade Procedures and Standard Work

Support Global Trade Investigations Team, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for customs and / or GT escapes with related reporting requirements

Maintain and utilize the Business Process Matrix (BPM) tool for the site to identify compliance gaps, prescribe required corrective actions, and oversee their rapid implementation

Lead / Assist with Site GT Council Meetings and report implementation status to Site Manager and GT leadership

Provide guidance to the site on trade compliance matters (SME)

Must be willing to participate in the Aircraft on Ground (AOG) program and other related compliance activities

Occasional travel required (

This role will be Hybrid (3 days in office/ 2 days remote, weekly).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
• Must either hold or be able to obtain Government of Canada Security Clearance up to the Secret level and access to controlled goods.
• A Canadian Customs Broker License accreditation (“CSCB”) and/or Certified Customs Specialist designation (“CCS”), and prior hands-on experience in export and import operations.
• In-depth knowledge of government regulations including Canada’s Controlled Goods Program (CGP), International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), CAED reporting and CBSA procedures
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in a multi-national, high-tech business environment, especially aerospace / defense sector
• Additional, hands-on experience in global logistics operations
• Familiarity with Canadian Controlled Goods, ECL, ITAR, EAR, and other countries’ laws and regulations governing customs and international trade
• Hands-on experience with SAP – GTS
• Very strong MS Office skills including SharePoint management
• Must be customer-focused, team oriented and accountable
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• Self-starter who can multi-task and effectively prioritize requirements
• Comfortable interacting with all levels of the business including senior leadership and can work with minimal guidance
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
  
  

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all Canadian positions require a background check.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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