Client Service Manager( customs)

Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Client Service Manager (CSM) is responsible for managing Livingston client satisfaction. The CSM will be the client’s key business contact for all brokerage related activity, building strong relationships with client financial decision makers, increasing client retention and identifying opportunities for growth.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage client relationships: 

• Manage all aspects of client's portfolio directly with the client. Conduct client visits (virtual and in person) to understand their cross-border trade requirements. Understand client history, providing appropriate reports, analyzing client information in appropriate systems, determine strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Establish strong relationship with client decision-makers.
• Primary Livingston contact with clients.
• Proactively contact client base to confirm satisfaction and identify new opportunities
• Client education for regulatory updates and new requirements from Customs and other government agencies
• Point of resolution for escalated issues 
• Project managing new client onboarding
• Support execution of sales team growth and retention strategy
• Monitor and act upon client satisfaction survey results
• Lead periodic business review meetings with clients 
• Obtain key information to build strong business profiles including information on key contacts, locations, and standard operating procedures

Operational problems, time sensitive situations and troubleshooting

• Respond and manage urgent client issues in a timely manner
• Identify preventive measures to avoid repetitive service failures
• Lead internal cross-functional teams to address process improvements 

Other

• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.
  
   

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff and management internally and in client organizations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to drive change and deliver targeted results.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain process, procedures and regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of CRM and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective presentations skills to small and large audiences.
• Knowledge and experience with project management methodology and techniques.

WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED

3 years of related experience

EDUCATION

Required: Associates Degree or post-secondary education

Preferred: Bachelors Degree or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION

COMPETENCIES

Leading and Developing

Business Acumen and Straight Talk

Accountability

Inclusion and Collaboration

Customer First Focus

Agility

At Livingston, we are committed to fostering a flexible, growth-oriented environment where you can thrive. Our culture is built on respect, recognition, and collaboration, and we empower our team with trusted expertise, continuous learning opportunities, and long-term support. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a transparent pay philosophy aligned with market data and job-related factors.

Base salary is one component of our total rewards package which also includes incentive opportunities, benefits, and professional development. Salary ranges are established by location and reflect relevant factors such as skills, experience, and market conditions. The good-faith salary range for this position is CAD 70,825 - 106,500 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on these factors and may vary accordingly. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Livingston

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We know some candidates, especially women and people of color, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.

Livingston is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please advise when submitting your application. In accordance with Ontario transparency requirements, t his posting is for an existing, currently available position. In accordance with Ontario transparency requirements, this posting is for an existing, currently available position.

Job Type: Full Time 

Location: HomeOffice Ontario, HomeOffice British Columbia, HomeOffice Manitoba, MB Winnipeg Waverley St - CN063