International Trade & Logistics Consultant - Contract

AssetWatch serves global manufacturers by powering manufacturing uptime through the delivery of an unparalleled condition monitoring experience, with a passion to care about the assets our customers care for every day. We are a devoted and capable team that includes world-renowned engineers and distinguished business leaders united by a common goal – To build the future of predictive maintenance. As we enter the next phase of rapid growth, we are seeking people to help lead the journey.

This is a contract (independent contractor) engagement. The selected consultant will work on a contract basis and will not be an employee of the company.

We are seeking an experienced International Trade & Logistics Consultant to advise and support our growing North American operations. This contract role will provide strategic and operational expertise related to cross-border trade, customs compliance, logistics processes, and international supply chain execution, with a primary focus on exports from the United States into Mexico and Canada. The consultant will serve as both a strategic advisor and hands-on execution partner, leading process improvements and implementing initiatives that support business growth.

Responsibilities

Advise leadership and operations teams on U.S., Mexico, and Canada import/export regulations, ensuring compliance with customs, trade, and export control requirements

Review and optimize product classification methodologies, including HTS codes, country-of-origin determinations, and USMCA preferential trade treatment opportunities

Support development and maintenance of import/export compliance procedures, documentation, customs valuation, recordkeeping, broker management, and audit readiness

Monitor changes in trade regulations, tariffs, duties, and customs requirements affecting cross-border operations

Assess and improve current logistics processes supporting shipments from the United States into Mexico and Canada, including transportation, customs clearance, and delivery performance

Evaluate and manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers

Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs, transit times, customs delays, and administrative burden

Establish KPI reporting and performance management processes for logistics operations

Lead logistics and trade-related improvement initiatives from assessment through implementation, including SOPs, process documentation, and training materials

Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Customer Success teams

Advise leadership on international expansion considerations, distribution models, inventory positioning, and cross-border fulfillment strategies

Assist in evaluating technology solutions, trade management systems, and logistics platforms

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in international trade, customs compliance, logistics, or supply chain management

Significant experience managing U.S. exports to Mexico and Canada with deep knowledge of USMCA, customs regulations, and cross-border trade requirements

Experience working with hardware, industrial equipment, technology products, or similar physical goods

Demonstrated success supporting both early-stage/high-growth companies and more mature supply chain organizations

Strong working knowledge of freight forwarding, customs brokerage, transportation management, and international logistics operations

Ability to translate complex trade requirements into practical, scalable business processes

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Certified Export Specialist (CES), or equivalent trade certification is a plus

Experience with Mexico IMMEX programs, maquiladora operations, or bonded logistics environments is a plus

Familiarity with ERP, TMS, and global trade management systems is a plus

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

What We Offer:
AssetWatch is a remote-first company that puts people at the center of everything we do. We want our team members to thrive - that’s why we offer a range of benefits and perks designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

Competitive compensation package including stock options

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan match

Opportunity to make a real impact every day

Work with a dynamic and growing team

Unlimited PTO

We have a distributed team that works remotely across locations in the United States and Ontario, Canada. Collaboration within core working hours is required.