Import Operations Analyst

Empresaconfidencial; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Empresaconfidencial in Monterrey seeks an experienced Import Operations Specialist to coordinate timely import of raw materials, oversee border crossings, and ensure accurate documentation and records across systems.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in international trade or related field, 5+ years in import operations, strong knowledge of Mexican customs laws, and proficiency with platforms like VUCEM, SOIA, and CAAREM, plus fluent English.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in import operations or a similar customs-related position.
• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, International Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican Customs Law, RGCE, and Annex 22.
• Experience managing import documentation and customs compliance processes.
• Proficiency with VUCEM, SOIA, CAAREM, and related customs platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to import operations.
• Conversational English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the timely importation of raw materials, warehouse shipments, rework units, and LTL freight.
• Prepare, review, and validate import documentation, including Import Pedimentos, COVE, DODA, commercial invoices, and supporting customs records.
• Coordinate border crossings and customs clearance activities with carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders.
• Review consolidated import transactions, validate closures, and ensure timely payment processing.
• Maintain accurate import operation files and electronic records in compliance with customs regulations.
• Generate and analyze daily import operation reports and shipment status updates.
• Ensure data accuracy across customs and internal systems to prevent discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Support customs audits, trade compliance initiatives, and operational process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Mexican Customs Law and all applicable foreign trade regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Conversational English

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field

Tools

VUCEM

SOIA

CAAREM

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the timely importation of raw materials, warehouse shipments, rework units, and LTL freight.
• Prepare, review, and validate import documentation, including Import Pedimentos, COVE, DODA, commercial invoices, and supporting customs records.
• Coordinate border crossings and customs clearance activities with carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders.
• Review consolidated import transactions, validate closures, and ensure timely payment processing.
• Maintain accurate import operation files and electronic records in compliance with customs regulations.
• Generate and analyze daily import operation reports and shipment status updates.
• Ensure data accuracy across customs and internal systems to prevent discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Support customs audits, trade compliance initiatives, and operational process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Mexican Customs Law and all applicable foreign trade regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in import operations or a similar customs-related position.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican Customs Law, RGCE, and Annex 22.
• Experience managing import documentation and customs compliance processes.
• Proficiency with VUCEM, SOIA, CAAREM, and related customs platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to import operations.
• Conversational English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and operational systems.