Manager, Customs & International Freight (Central), FIFA World Cup 2026
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
performance bonuses
Flexible working hours
Job Description
The hiring organization for this position is intricately involved in one of the most significant global sporting events, the FIFA World Cup 26™, which will be uniquely hosted across three countries - the USA, Canada, and Mexico. For the first time in the history of the FIFA World Cup, 48 teams and over 1,200 players will participate, spanning 16 venues. This multinational event demands exceptional coordination and logistical expertise to facilitate the smooth import and export of goods essential for staging the tournament. The company functions as a critical logistics coordinator, managing customs and international freight operations to ensure seamless... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in events logistics, supply chain or related field
- minimum of 5 years of experience in the customs & freight forwarding industry in Canada, Mexico and/or USA logistics
- knowledge and understanding of USMCA, importation of restricted goods including food/beverage, medical, and vehicles
- knowledge of customs & freight within major event logistics planning and delivery
- collaborative mindset
- adaptable and willing to work to tight and changing timelines
- proficient in analytical thinking and data skills
- demonstrates positive attitude, patience, persistence, and determination
- experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment
- fluent in English
- proficiency in Spanish and/or French is a plus
- proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
Job Qualifications
- bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in events logistics, supply chain, or related field
- minimum of 5 years of experience in the Customs & Freight Forwarding industry in Canada, Mexico and/or USA logistics
- knowledge and understanding of USMCA, importation of restricted goods including food/beverage, medical, and vehicles
- knowledge of customs & freight within major event logistics planning and delivery
- collaborative mindset, adaptable and willing to work to tight and changing timelines
- proficient in analytical thinking and data skills
- demonstrates positive attitude, patience, persistence, and determination
- experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment
- fluent in English with Spanish and/or French proficiency being a plus
- proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
Job Duties
- support on the customs process involving U.S. Customs Border Protection (USCBP), U.S. Partner Government Agencies (PGA), Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA), Canada Participating Government Departments and Agencies (PGAs), National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM), and Government of Mexico (GOM) in the import/export of goods required to stage the tournament
- facilitate the agreed procedures and systems for efficient import/export FWC2026 goods
- manage the Logistics Provider (LP) to support agreed Customs & International Freight Forwarding operational milestones, shipment tracker report, performance measurables, and KPIs
- support the Freight Forwarders and Customs Brokers appointed by various FIFA Client Groups
- manage day-to-day operations to mitigate risk and resolve issues for client groups and external stakeholders
- respond to last-minute requests to support importing/exporting goods needed to stage the tournament
- manage the eligible constituent groups entitled to utilize the Simplified Customs Procedure and assist a mechanism of distributing the list to appropriate municipality personnel
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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