Global Trade Compliance Specialist

Lululemon Athletica View all jobs

Canada
$86,600 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Description & Requirementswho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.about this teamThe Global Trade Compliance team plays a critical role within lululemon's supply chain, supporting import and export operations across the company's global network. The team enables lululemon's success by ensuring timely and efficient customs clearance, implementing duty-optimization strategies, and maintaining strict adherence to international trade laws and regulations. The Global Trade Compliance Specialist is a key contributor to these efforts, responsible for supporting essential compliance and trade-optimization activities, including tariff classification, trade agreement qualification, duty recovery, country of origin determination, and valuation.a day in the lifeThis position supports the Global Trade Compliance team by ensuring cross-border activities operate efficiently and in accordance with applicable regulations, while proactively identifying, assessing, and managing trade-related risks and opportunities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Support the organization's day-to-day global trade compliance activities, ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory and procedural requirements as required.
Conduct research and provide guidance on key import compliance functions, including HTS classification, country of origin determination, valuation, duty recovery, and related regulatory considerations.
Research, evaluate, and analyze opportunities for process improvement to enhance compliance, efficiency, and operational performance.
Collaborate effectively with internal and external teams to facilitate compliant and efficient cross-border operations.
Contribute to the planning, execution, and maintenance of trade compliance projects, programs, and continuous-improvement initiatives as required.

qualifications

1-2 years of relevant experience in global trade compliance or customs operations, preferably within a complex import/export environment.
Experience in the apparel or textile sector-within a retail organization, customs brokerage, or consulting firm-is considered an asset.
Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and consistently deliver high-quality results.
Hands-on experience preparing and submitting customs adjustments and communicating with government authorities, demonstrating accuracy and regulatory understanding.
Proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced) with the ability to analyze and manipulate large sets of data
Prior experience with a Global Trade Management Platform (GTMP) and professional trade certifications (CCS, CTCS, or Licensed Customs Broker) are considered assets.

must haves

Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take yourself too seriously.

additional notes
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.compensation and benefits packagelululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $66,000 - $86,600 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
Paid time off
Savings and retirement plan matching
Generous employee discount
Fitness & yoga classes
Parenthood top-up
Extensive catalog of development course offerings
People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.workplace arrangement
HybridIn-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week#LI-Onsite#LI-JW1Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions.At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual's own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.

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