Farnell Trade Compliance

Avnet; Región Centro; Presencial; MXN 800.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous Paid Time Off

Savings Fund

Paid Holidays

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Education Assistance

Employee Wellness Programs

Year-End Bonus

Food Coupons

Descripción de la vacante

Avnet in Mexico leads the import compliance program to ensure ITAR, EAR, and local regulations are met across the supply chain. The role focuses on Mexico import compliance strategy, HS classification governance, and audit-ready documentation to support internal reviews and external audits.

The candidate will oversee NOM requirements, valuation methodologies, and broker performance while driving standardized processes and training for cross-functional teams across borders.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Strong experience in import compliance according to Mexican Customs Law and related rules.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mexico customs regulations, SAT expectations, import documentation, brokers, and clearance controls.
• Hands-on experience with HS classification, valuation, NOM requirements, and preferential trade programs.

Responsabilidades

• Own and maintain the import compliance strategy for Mexico.
• Lead governance and maintenance of HS classifications for products imported into Mexico.
• Review and validate customs valuation methodologies and related value elements.
• Manage customs broker expectations, performance, and compliance metrics.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support audits and government inquiries.
• Oversee NOM applicability assessments, certifications, and process controls.
• Support qualification and recordkeeping for USMCA/T-MEC and other trade programs.
• Standardize import compliance processes and deliver stakeholder training.
• Develop risk mitigation plans and KPIs to monitor import compliance health.

Conocimientos

Import compliance

HS classification governance

Regulatory knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in International Trade or related field

Descripción del empleo

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of activities and serves as a subject matter expert ensuring the company supply chain fully complies with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and all other local, national and international regulatory requirements.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Mexico import compliance strategy: Own and maintain the import compliance strategy for Mexico, ensuring policies, controls, procedures, and operating practices support compliant and efficient import activity.
• HS classification governance: Lead governance, validation, and maintenance of HS classifications for products imported into Mexico, including classification rationale, supporting documentation, and escalation protocols for complex items.
• Customs valuation reviews: Review and validate customs valuation methodologies, including transaction value, assists, royalties, related-party considerations, and other value elements that may affect declared customs value.
• Broker management and oversight: Manage customs broker expectations, performance, issue resolution, entry quality, compliance metrics, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Audit readiness and SAT support: Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal reviews, external audits, government inquiries, and interactions with SAT or other relevant Mexican authorities.
• NOM requirement management: Oversee NOM applicability assessments, documentation requirements, exemptions, certifications, and process controls to support compliant import clearance.
• Trade agreement qualification: Support qualification, validation, documentation, and recordkeeping for preferential trade programs, including USMCA/T-MEC.
• Process standardization and training: Standardize import compliance processes, develop internal guidance, and deliver training to stakeholders involved in Mexico import activity.
• Import Compliance Risk Management: Develop and maintain risk mitigation plans, compliance dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor overall import compliance health.

Job Level Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Law, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.

• Strong experience in import compliance according to Mexican Customs Law (Ley Aduanera), Foreign Trade Rules (RGCE), tariff classification methodologies, and non-tariff regulatory requirements, customs operations, or global trade compliance, preferably in a complex multinational environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Mexico customs regulations, SAT expectations, import documentation, customs broker processes, and import clearance controls.

• Hands‑on experience with HS classification, valuation, NOM requirements, preferential trade programs, and import compliance audits.

• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business processes, controls, and training materials.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, documentation, and stakeholder‑management skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, identify compliance risk, and drive corrective action across cross‑functional teams.

• Bilingual capability in English and Spanish, with the ability to review documentation and communicate with Mexico‑based stakeholders and service providers.

• Extensive knowledge and application of principles, theories and concepts. Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices, techniques and standards.

• Develops solutions to complex problems where analysis of situations and/or data requires in‑depth evaluation of variables. Determine best approach to achieve results and provide suggestions to improve policies and procedures.

• Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Work may be reviewed at a high‑level.

• May represent the organization as a primary contact on assignments and/or projects. Interacts with senior professionals and management and frequently coordinates work between departments or organizations.

• Actions may impact the organization. Failure to accomplish work will result in the inability to reach crucial organizational goals. Erroneous decisions may have a prolonged effect resulting in the expenditure of substantial resources.

Work Experience:

• Typically 5+ years with bachelor’s or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well‑being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Savings Fund

• Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development, and Mentorship Programs

• Year-End Bonus

• Food Coupons

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at [phone].