Foreign Trade Team Lead

MAHLE; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 70,000 - 100,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive company in Monterrey is seeking a Customs Compliance Manager to oversee daily customs and import/export operations. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in a managerial role and a bachelor's degree in international business or a related field. Responsibilities include managing trade programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing performance KPIs. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and career development.

Servicios

Attractive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in a managerial role within foreign trade or customs compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican trade and customs law.
• Demonstrated experience in managing government audits.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and manage daily customs and import/export operations.
• Develop KPIs to monitor performance.
• Oversee the operation of trade programs and certifications.

Conocimientos

Project management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in international business or related field

Descripción del empleo

Your Contribution

• Monitor and manage daily customs and import/export operations, ensuring timelines and legal requirements are met.
• Develop KPIs to monitor performance, ensure alignment with company targets, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Oversee the operation and compliance of trade programs and certifications, including but not limited to: IMMEX, PROSEC, REGLA OCTAVA, CIVA, OEA, CTPAT.
• Design and implement the department’s strategic plan, aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable trade, customs, and fiscal regulations, both domestic and international.
• Participate government audits (SAT, Ministry of Economy, Customs, etc.).
• Identify operational and compliance risks, and develop mitigation plans accordingly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process automation, and cost-reduction strategies.
• Lead and track strategic projects within the foreign trade scope.

Your Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international business or related field. (Postgraduate education or certifications in Trade Compliance, Customs, or Project Management are a plus.)
• Advanced English (80% +, fluent in speaking, reading, and writing).
• 5+ years of proven experience in a similar managerial role within foreign trade or customs compliance. (Automotive Industry or similar)
• Strong knowledge of Mexican trade and customs law, international treaties, and government trade incentive programs.
• Demonstrated experience in managing government audits and regulatory inspections.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a strategic and problem-solving mindset.
• Proven experience in project management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Availability to travel

Our Offer

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities, attractive salary & extensive personal benefits. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s).

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