Import/Export Specialist

H.B. Fuller; Piedras Negras; Presencial; MXN 350.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

H.B. Fuller in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, seeks an IMMEX Compliance & Import/Export Specialist to ensure IMMEX certification, manage customs documentation, and support cross-border operations at the Piedras Negras site.

You will coordinate Annex 24/31, prepare Pedimentos, track shipments, and collaborate with customs brokers, logistics, tax and compliance teams to mitigate risk.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in import/export operations, customs compliance, or IMMEX administration.
• Strong knowledge of IMMEX regulations, Annex 24, Annex 31, VAT Certification requirements, and Pedimento processes.
• Fluent Spanish and conversational English (B2/C1 level).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage Annex 24 inventory control system to ensure accurate tracking and compliance of temporarily imported goods.
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations and reporting for Annex 24 and Annex 31 requirements.
• Maintain customs records in accordance with Mexican regulatory requirements.
• Support internal audits and implement compliance controls to ensure IMMEX program adherence.
• Coordinate import/export activities across ocean, air, and ground transportation.
• Prepare, validate, and monitor Pedimentos to ensure regulatory compliance, proper payment, and closure.
• Track shipments and facilitate timely customs clearance.
• Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, IMMEX consultants, logistics teams, plant operations, tax, and compliance stakeholders.
• Evaluate shipment requirements and determine appropriate import/export processes.

Conocimientos

Fluent Spanish

Conversational English (B2/C1)

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical problem-solving

Educación

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

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

SAP

Descripción del empleo

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Position Overview

The IMMEX Compliance & Import/Export Specialist reports to the Import/Export Manager, North America and is responsible for ensuring compliance with IMMEX regulations, managing customs documentation, and supporting import/export operations for H.B. Fuller Procesos. This role is critical to maintaining IMMEX certification, mitigating customs risk, and supporting efficient cross-border operations for the Piedras Negras, Coahuila manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities

IMMEX Compliance & Customs Control

• Manage Annex 24 inventory control system to ensure accurate tracking and compliance of temporarily imported goods.
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations and reporting for Annex 24 and Annex 31 requirements.
• Maintain customs records in accordance with Mexican regulatory requirements.
• Support internal audits and implement compliance controls to ensure IMMEX program adherence.

Import & Export Operations

• Coordinate import/export activities across ocean, air, and ground transportation.
• Prepare, validate, and monitor Pedimentos to ensure regulatory compliance, proper payment, and closure.
• Track shipments and facilitate timely customs clearance.
• Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, IMMEX consultants, logistics teams, plant operations, tax, and compliance stakeholders.
• Evaluate shipment requirements and determine appropriate import/export processes.

Regulatory Documentation & Risk Management

• Prepare and maintain customs documentation, permits, and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with non-tariff regulations and trade requirements.
• Coordinate product HS classifications with internal and external experts.
• Serve as the primary contact for customs audits, inquiries, demands, and penalty notifications.
• Support risk mitigation strategies in partnership with NA Logistics and Global Trade Compliance teams.
• Manage claims and investigate unauthorized charges or damaged goods.

Process Improvement & Training

• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and compliance documentation.
• Train and support internal stakeholders on customs and trade compliance processes.
• Support customs compliance systems and reporting tools.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare compliance and operational performance reports.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in import/export operations, customs compliance, or IMMEX administration.
• Strong knowledge of IMMEX regulations, Annex 24, Annex 31, VAT Certification requirements, and Pedimento processes.
• Fluent Spanish and conversational English (B2/C1 level).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in International Business, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IMMEX compliance and international trade operations.
• Customs broker certification or related trade compliance credentials.
• Experience with bonded warehouses, duty savings strategies, and customs compliance software.

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H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.