Import Export Manager

Oferta confidencial; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Oferta confidencial is seeking an Import/Export Compliance Manager to lead and ensure adherence to IMMEX manufacturing trade requirements in Mexico.

You will oversee compliance with Mexican Customs Law, Foreign Trade Regulations, and program certifications, while coordinating audits and maintaining documentation.

The role requires collaboration across Purchasing, Planning, Production, and Logistics to drive KPIs and continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in Import/Export or Trade Compliance.
• Experience in IMMEX manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure compliance of IMMEX import/export operations.
• Oversee Mexican Customs Law and Foreign Trade Regulations.
• Manage Annex 24 and Annex 30 inventory control systems.
• Coordinate internal audits, external audits, and government reviews.
• Maintain import/export documentation and records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production needs.
• Establish KPIs for trade compliance, audits, and inventory.
• Lead and develop the Foreign Trade team.

Skills

Advanced English

Leadership

KPI reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Logistics, or related field

Tools

VUCEM

SAT platform

Job description

Responsible for leading and ensuring compliance of the organization's Import and Export operations, maintaining adherence to customs regulations, foreign trade requirements, and certification programs applicable to IMMEX manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with IMMEX,
• Oversee compliance with Mexican Customs Law, Foreign Trade Regulations, and other applicable trade requirements.
• Manage and ensure the accuracy and integrity of Annex 24 and Annex 30 inventory control systems.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with temporary importation timelines and customs obligations.
• Coordinate internal audits, external audits, and government reviews related to foreign trade operations.
• Manage and maintain import and export documentation and records.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with customs brokers, carriers, logistics providers, and government agencies.
• Oversee the correct tariff classification of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Administer foreign trade programs and identify opportunities for regulatory compliance and duty optimization.
• Identify customs and trade compliance risks and implement preventive and corrective actions to mitigate potential liabilities.
• Ensure the timely flow of import and export operations to support business continuity and production requirements.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Planning, Production, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to support operational and business objectives.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to trade compliance, audits, inventory controls, and import/export operations.
• Lead and develop the Foreign Trade team to ensure the achievement of operational and strategic objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Import Export, Foreign Trade, or Trade Compliance roles.
• Required experience within IMMEX manufacturing environments.
• Experience in the metalworking, metal fabrication, structural steel, or related manufacturing industries.
• Strong knowledge of Annex 24, Annex 30, VAT/IEPS Certification, OEA, and CTPAT programs.
• Solid understanding of Mexican Customs Law and Foreign Trade Regulations.
• Experience supporting customs audits and government compliance requirements.
• Experience using VUCEM and SAT platforms.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving departmental KPIs.