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Logistics & Export Compliance Shipping Coordinator

Location: Calgary, AB

Salary Range: $ 76,000.00 to 85,000.00

About SKF: 

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow! 

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos. 

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.  

We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.  

We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.  

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.  

Job Purpose:

The Logistics & Export Compliance Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all outbound and inbound logistics activities, ensuring full compliance with domestic and international export regulations, optimizing transportation methods, and managing logistics-related costs. This role exists to provide advanced oversight, planning, and problem resolution across the entire shipping lifecycle-from documentation and carrier selection to tracking, escalation management, and continuous improvement of logistics processes. The position ensures that all shipments meet regulatory, quality, and customer requirements while supporting the overall efficiency and

cost-effectiveness of the supply chain.

Key Job Functions:

1. Product Preparation s Pre-Shipment Packaging

• • Prepare outbound products for shipment, including palletization, shrink-wrapping, banding, and securing loads to meet carrier and customer requirements.
  • Select appropriate packaging materials (crates, pallets, cushioning, moisture protection, etc.) based on product type, fragility, weight, and destination.
  • Ensure packaging meets international shipping standards, including wood-packaging regulations (ISPM-15) and customer-specific requirements.
  • Inspect final packaged goods to verify stability, labeling accuracy, and compliance with QMS and export documentation.
  • Coordinate with Production and Quality to ensure products are released, staged, and prepared for timely pickup.
  • Maintain shipping related packaging material inventory and recommend replenishment or improvements to reduce cost and improve protection. (packaging, forms, pallets, labels equipment etc.).
  • Ensure proper ERP transactions for material movements, receipts, and shipments.
  • Maintain an organized and compliant warehouse and shipping area.

1. Advanced Shipping s Logistics Management

• • Coordinate all domestic and international shipments, including complex multi-leg and export-controlled shipments.
  • Select carriers and logistics partners based on cost, performance, and compliance requirements.
  • Prepare, review, and validate all shipping documentation (BOLs, commercial invoices, export declarations, certificates of origin, B13, AES filings, etc.).
  • Ensure adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), tariff classifications, and customs requirements.
  • Track shipments proactively, identify delays or risks, and implement corrective actions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and customs officials.
  • Maintain and improve logistics SOPs in alignment with QMS and EHCS policies.

1. Export Controls & Compliance Oversight

• • Ensure all shipments comply with CBSA, PIP, U.S. and international export regulations.
  • Maintain accurate tariff codes, ECCNs, and country-specific documentation requirements.
  • Conduct periodic audits of shipping documentation and export records.
  • Support internal and external compliance reviews and audits.
  • Train team members on export control requirements and documentation accuracy.

1. Cost Management s Logistics Optimization

• • Monitor freight costs, surcharges, and accessorial fees; identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Analyze carrier performance and negotiate rates or service improvements.
  • Recommend packaging, routing, and consolidation strategies to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
  • Prepare monthly logistics cost reports and KPIs for management review.

1. Problem Resolution s Cross-Functional Coordination

• • Lead investigations into shipment delays, damages, customs hold, or documentation discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing, Quality, Production, and Customer Service to resolve issues quickly.
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.
  • Communicate shipment risks or impacts to internal stakeholders and customers when required.

1. Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• • Backup to Receiver role

Know How:

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Advanced organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with professional interpersonal skills

Education

• High School Diploma required
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Trade preferred

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years in shipping/receiving, logistics, or supply chain
• Demonstrated experience with international shipping and export controls
• Experience working with carriers, brokers, and customs agencies
• ERP system experience required (SAP, Info M3, Oracle, or equivalent)

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of international shipping documentation and processes
• Knowledge of tariff classifications, CBSA, PIP, ITAR/EAR, and export compliance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of warehouse safety, WHMIS, 5S
• Familiarity with freight cost structures and logistics KPIs

What You'll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a robust vacation, statutory holidays as well as sick day policies!

Work/Life Balance. A possibility for flexibility and an opportunity for occasional remote work.

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. We have a comprehensive Benefits Package.

Invest in your Future. SKF offers a Defined contribution plan opportunity to have up to 6% contribution matched (on base salary).

Much more! Growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, life insurance, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!