Customs Compliance Region Leader-LATAM

Wabtec; Nuevo León; On-site; MXN 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in LATAM seeks a Senior Customs Compliance Region Leader-LATAM to manage and maintain the customs compliance strategy across LATAM, acting as importer/exporter of record and enforcing enterprise standards while enabling business operations. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive process discipline, respond to inquiries, mentor staff, and stay current with regulatory changes.

Fluency in Spanish and English is required, with a Bachelor's degree and 9+ years in customs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of customs compliance experience with people leadership.
• Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent certification as in-country requirement.
• Deep knowledge of LATAM customs, trade and regulatory requirements for import/export.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional influence abilities.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the customs compliance strategy for LATAM.
• Operationalize the enterprise standard for customs compliance.
• Develop and maintain local standard work aligned with the enterprise standard.
• Drive discipline and timelines for customs compliance processes.
• Respond to government inquiries related to customs.
• Lead issue resolution and mitigate trade compliance risks.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting LATAM business units.
• Provide customs and trade compliance training as needed.
• Oversee customs broker/agent activities and performance.
• Collaborate with global teams to assess risk and plan actions.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Spanish & English proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent certification

Job description

Who will you work with?

As part of our International Trade Compliance Leadership team, you will be focused on facilitating compliance with customs and export control laws and regulations while supporting business initiatives and savings optimization programs through centralized, best in class standard process controls within the Wabtec LATAM region.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Legal Compliance team, in the Customs Compliance Region Leader-LATAM position, your main responsibilities will include the responsible for managing and maintaining Wabtec Corporation’s customs compliance strategy and enterprise standard for Wabtec entities acting as importer or exporter of record. This position works cross functionally as a customs compliance subject matter expert to implement and enforce Wabtec’s custom compliance enterprise standard and policies, ensuring the highest compliance with customs laws and regulations while facilitating business operations.

This position reports directly to the Director, Global Exports and Customs Compliance.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelors (higher education) Degree and 9+ years industry customs compliance experience with people leader experience
• Licensed Customs Broker or appropriate in-country equivalent certification
• Deep knowledge of local customs, trade and other regulatory agency requirements that relate to import and export activities with a focus on LATAM
• Self-Directed. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to influence others and work cross functionally to drive results in a highly matrixed organization.
• Strong problem solving and process focused background that reflects accomplishments in teamwork, integrity, and attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a challenging environment
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Proficiency in Spanish and English

What will your typical day look like?

• Responsible for compliance with LATAM Region customs laws and regulations
• Operationalize the Wabtec Customs Compliance Enterprise Standard
• Support establishment and maintenance of local standard work processes in alignment with Wabtec’s Customs Compliance Enterprise Standard
• Drive customs compliance process disciplines and timelines
• Respond to customs related government inquiries as required
• Lead Customs compliance issue resolution and address any trade compliance issues that arise in the region
• Monitor and communicate customs regulatory changes affecting Wabtec business units
• Conduct customs and trade compliance training as needed
• Metric Reporting
• Customs Broker/Agent oversight and management
• Work with, support and advise local and global cross-functional business teams to identify, assess, and develop action plans with respect to customs compliance and operations risk abatement
• Actively Liaison with the Global Customs Leader and local business stakeholders engaging collaboratively with cross-functional business teams
• Support trade compliance requirements for customer projects across LATAM
• Effectively coach & mentor direct reports

MAJOR CHALLENGES:

• Driving customs compliance business disciplines and engagement with diverse cross functional business teams and senior level leadership
• Working with cross-functional teams to drive improvement and cost savings opportunities through tariff and special program management
• Balancing business commercial needs with impeccable adherence to customs and trade regulatory and process requirements

What about the physical demands of the job?

The role is primarily office-based, but it requires ongoing interaction with production areas to ensure understanding of operational requirements. Basic safety equipment must be used when entering these areas.

Our commitment to embracing diversity

Wabtec is a global company that invests not only in our products but also in our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We value our relationships with employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, knowledge, and backgrounds that unite us.

At Wabtec, we aim to create a workplace where everyone belongs and diversity is welcomed and valued. To achieve this, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to bring together the brightest minds to create an unlimited source of ideas and opportunities.

We believe in hiring talented people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and styles—people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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