International Trade Compliance Leader

ARSAN International Consulting Group; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading consulting firm is seeking an International Trade Compliance Leader in Monterrey, Mexico. The ideal candidate will oversee all import and export operations, ensuring compliance with customs and tax regulations. The position demands at least 5 years of experience in trade compliance and a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Trade or a related field. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and experience with AEO and CTPAT certifications. This role is pivotal in maintaining operational integrity and building customer relationships.

Formación

• 5+ years as an International Trade Compliance Leader.
• Experience in Customs Agents and IMMEX Import/Export Regulations.
• Professional English proficiency required.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations.
• Develop reports for ITC operations in collaboration with IT.
• Maintain AEO and CTPAT certification.

Conocimientos

Effective communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Relationship-building skills

Customer service

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Foreign Trade or related fields

Descripción del empleo

About the job International Trade Compliance Leader

International Trade Compliance Leader

Ensure that import and export operations are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to Customs and Tax regulations, and follow the procedures and policies developed by the company for this purpose. Serve as a liaison with all operational areas requiring Foreign Trade support. Control and supervision of all types of import and export permits and documents related to foreign trade operations. Execute activities necessary to comply with the Comprehensive Authorized Economic Operator (AEO), CTPAT, and VAT/Excise Tax Certification.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in foreign Trade, Business Administration, or related fields.
• 5 years as an International Trade Compliance Leader
• Experience: 5 years in Customs Agents, Certificates of Origin, IMMEX Import and Export Pediments, Customs Regulations, Traffic and Logistics.
• English: Professional level

Advanced Knowledge:

• Annex 24 and 31
• Imports and Exports
• Customs Law and Regulations
• AEO / CTPAT
• Virtual Operations
• Traffic and Logistics
• Tariff Classification (TIGIE) *Basic Level

Special Requirements:

• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, precise report creation, presentation skills, and good listening skills.
• Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, seeking new responsibilities, and generating new ideas.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Strong relationship-building skills, flexibility, and effective negotiation skills.
• Customer Service: Building customer confidence, meeting achievable customer expectations, taking responsibility for resolving customer problems, ensuring commitments are met, soliciting customer opinions and ideas, and responding to internal customers.
• Quality Focus: Attention to detail, commitment to excellence, continuous improvement mindset.
• Productivity Focus: Prioritizing tasks, developing efficient work procedures, managing time and resources effectively, and managing information flow.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Compile required information for ITC operations at the start of the MTY project, including all necessary permits.
• Gather necessary information for the initial importations of Machinery and Equipment and Raw Materials to be timely and accurately conducted.
• Set up all necessary operations for Sub-maquila operations.
• Develop required reports in collaboration with IT for ITC operations in software to manage Annex 24 and 30, as well as invoices for import and export.
• Provide necessary support within the team for CTPAT and AEO certification in a timely manner.
• Conduct all activities related to the maintenance of the Authorized Economic Operator and CTPAT certification, including process audits.
• Prepare and adhere to the departmental budget.
• Coordinate all activities related to the maintenance of VAT/Excise Tax certification.
• Ensure all import and export operations are conducted with integrity and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and the company's standards and policies at all levels.
• Provide support to Traffic area (Logistics Management) legal and operational requirements, providing all necessary documents for import and export operations, such as special permits, letters, and certificates of origin.
• Support areas requiring Foreign Trade operations, participating in the preparation of documentation and activities necessary to complete them.
• Ensure Virtual Import and Export Operations are conducted timely and accurately.
• Prepare Sub-Maquila reports timely and accurate.
• Ensure the integrity of the information contained in Annex 24 and presented in Annex 31, carrying out all required activities for this purpose.
• Coordinate the proper follow-up of temporary imports of machinery and equipment, including their identification.
• Financial / Non-Financial Dimensions: Payment of Customs Duties, Import/Export Permits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.