Customs and Trade Compliance Expert

Time ceramics; Emiliano Zapata; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Time ceramics in Mexico City is seeking an experienced Customs and Trade Compliance Expert to oversee all customs, import/export, and origin determination. The role will involve close collaboration with Procurement, Production, Warehouse, Finance, and Sales, and require regular travel to the Hidalgo plant.

Fluent English is mandatory, and the candidate must have deep knowledge of Mexican trade regulations, USMCA rules of origin, and related certifications.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Customs, Logistics, Supply Chain, Law, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican customs and foreign trade regulations.
• Experience with USMCA rules of origin, origin certifications, and supplier-origin documentation.
• Strong knowledge of tariff classification, customs valuation, country-of-origin determination, and import/export documentation.
• Experience with CBP Form 28, Form 29, origin verification, customs audits, or similar proceedings is highly preferred.
• Experience with IMMEX, Anexo 24, Anexo 30, IVA and IEPS Certification, or PROSEC is preferred.
• Ability to review and reconcile BOMs, supplier invoices, production records, inventory movements, and export data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, inventory, or customs compliance systems.
• Strong analytical, project-management, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Mexico City and the Hidalgo manufacturing plant.
• Fluent English is mandatory.
• Native or professional-level Spanish is required.
• Chinese-language skills are an advantage but are not required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee Customs and Import Export Compliance and ensure adherence to USMCA and country-of-origin requirements.
• Lead verification, audits, and internal controls related to customs and trade compliance.
• Support manufacturing and inventory traceability across sites.
• Maintain compliance procedures and documentation for Mexican customs.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Production, Warehouse, Finance, Sales, and external counsel.

Descripción del empleo

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Customs and Trade Compliance Expert to serve as the company’s in-house specialist for customs, import and export, country-of-origin, and international trade compliance matters. The position will be primarily based in Mexico City, with regular scheduled visits to our manufacturing plant in Emiliano Zapata, Hidalgo.Fluent English is mandatory.The role works closely with Procurement, Production, Warehouse, Finance, Sales, Logistics, customs brokers, and external trade counsel to support compliance with Mexican customs regulations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection requirements, and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.Key ResponsibilitiesCustoms and Import Export ComplianceUSMCA and Country of Origin ComplianceCustoms Verification and Audit SupportManufacturing and Inventory TraceabilityMexican Customs ComplianceInternal Controls and Compliance ProceduresQualificationsBachelor’s degree in International Trade, Customs, Logistics, Supply Chain, Law, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Strong knowledge of Mexican customs and foreign trade regulations.Practical experience with USMCA rules of origin, origin certifications, and supplier-origin documentation.Strong knowledge of tariff classification, customs valuation, country-of-origin determination, and import and export documentation.Experience with CBP Form 28, Form 29, origin verification, customs audits, or similar proceedings is highly preferred.Experience with IMMEX, Anexo 24, Anexo 30, IVA and IEPS Certification, or PROSEC is preferred.Ability to review and reconcile BOMs, supplier invoices, production records, inventory movements, and export data.Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, inventory, or customs compliance systems.Strong analytical, project-management, and cross-functional communication skills.Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Mexico City and the Hidalgo manufacturing plant.Fluent English is mandatory.Native or professional-level Spanish is required.Chinese-language skills are an advantage but are not required.Position located on Mexico City, with occasional travel to the manufacturing facility as required on Emiliano Zapata, Hidalgo.