Senior Trade Compliance Specialist

Donaldson Company; Aguascalientes; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson is a leading filtration technology company hiring a Senior Specialist Trade Compliance to ensure import/export activities comply with global laws. You will partner with Operations, Logistics, Purchasing, Legal and Finance to strengthen processes and drive cost savings.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in international trade compliance, fluent English, and strong knowledge of USMCA. Experience with VUCEM, E2Open or similar tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 3–5+ years in international trade compliance.
• Fluent English; strong written and verbal communication.
• Advanced knowledge of USMCA and trade agreements.

Responsibilities

• Support global trade compliance activities and improve processes.
• Research import/export requirements and advise on classifications and licensing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance across the organization.
• Support audits and regulatory inquiries and contribute to training programs.

Skills

Trade Compliance

USMCA Knowledge

Excel

SharePoint

BI Tools

Oracle

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

VUCEM

E2Open

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. As Specialist Trade Compilance Sr, you will help ensure Donaldson's import and export activities comply with applicable global trade laws and regulations while partnering cross-functionally to provide regulatory guidance, strengthen compliance processes, and identify opportunities for operational improvement and cost savings.

Main Responsibilities

Support global trade compliance activities in accordance with corporate policies, departmental procedures, and applicable import and export laws and regulations. Maintain and continuously improve Global Trade Compliance processes, procedures, and work instructions related to international trade and relevant U.S. and global government agencies, including U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), BIS, Census, OFAC, FDA, APHIS, ITAR, DEA, USDA, and others. Research import/export requirements and product admissibility across global markets and provide regulatory guidance to GTC Management and Operations. Support the execution of preferential trade programs and trade agreement qualification processes, working closely with customers and suppliers. Ensure the accuracy of critical trade compliance data, including HS classifications, export control classifications, country of origin, licensing requirements, and Other Government Agency (OGA) data. Support the execution of Donaldson's global trade compliance strategy, standards, and policies across the organization. Partner with Operations, Logistics, Purchasing, Customer Service, Legal, Finance, and other functions to ensure adherence to applicable global import/export regulations. Collaborate on sourcing optimization initiatives and identify potential trade-related cost-saving opportunities. Monitor customs broker and freight forwarder operations, and support customs broker evaluations during RFQ initiatives. Support external customs audits, regulatory inquiries, and internal compliance audits, helping demonstrate reasonable care across trade compliance activities. Build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and incorporate industry best practices into Donaldson's global trade compliance program. Support the development and delivery of trade compliance training for employees, vendors, and designated affiliates. Guide international commercial terms and requirements, including INCOTERMS, international sales terms, and import/export documentation. Leverage data, systems, and analytical tools to identify compliance risks, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience. 3-5+ years of experience in International Trade Compliance, import/export compliance, or a related field. Fluent English, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Advanced knowledge of preferential trade agreements and qualification requirements, particularly USMCA. Strong working knowledge of tools and systems such as Excel, SharePoint, Business Intelligence platforms, Oracle, and government trade systems such as VUCEM.

Preferred Qualifications

U.S. Customs Broker License. Experience with E2Open Trade Automation or similar global trade management platforms. Experience working within a multinational or global trade compliance organization.

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand.

Learn more at www.donaldson.com.