Staff Specialist Customs Officer Mexico
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Responsibilities
- Be familiar with Company internal or external policies and procedures.
- Directly oversee the compliance and retention requirements for key customs certifications, including the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO/OEA Mexico), C‑TPAT, Revision en Origen, and other programs.
- Ensure the facility maintains constant audit readiness status for all external governmental reviews (SAT Mexico, U.S. CBP) and internal corporate audits related to these certifications.
- Apply for necessary permits and implement procedures that simplify customs processes while maintaining full compliance.
- Maintain deep expertise in Mexican Customs Law and IMMEX regulations to provide expert guidance to site operations.
- Design and implement a structured auditing calendar to review import/export operations, including documentation, HTS classifications, origin determination, value, and automated inventory systems (Anexo 24 and Anexo 30).
- Establish and execute metrics (KPIs) to ensure compliance with internal policies and Mexican government regulations, reporting findings periodically to the Regional Customs Officer and site management.
- Prepare and deliver routine performance reports to local and regional management, translating complex customs findings into actionable business insights and risk assessments.
- Create, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
- Provide training to related parties and personnel to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Develop and deliver targeted training sessions to internal departments (Logistics, Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, Finance, Facilities, etc.) on customs policies and procedural updates.
- Act as the dedicated liaison between the Tijuana and Guadalajara operations and the Global Customs organization.
- Participate in regional and global customs calls, staying updated on Mexican customs regulation changes and informing local and regional teams of any possible impact.
- Support the IFAM Customs team with compliance and transactional processes, including record‑keeping and adherence to IFX A.11 retention periods.
- Maintain updates, maintenance, and publications of the Mexico Customs intranet.
Qualifications
- 4–6 years of professional experience in trade compliance, customs administration, or international logistics within a manufacturing/maquiladora setting.
- Prior experience in a supervisory or team‑lead capacity is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in International Business, Customs, or a related field.
- In‑depth knowledge of IMMEX regulations, Mexican Customs Law, and functional expertise with Anexo 24 and Anexo 30 systems.
- (I‑Xport) is strongly preferred.
- Proven hands‑on experience executing tasks required to ensure OEA (AEO) and C‑TPAT compliance and successful program retention.
- Familiarity with SAP software and its application in business processes.
- Professional fluency in both Spanish and English (written and verbal) is mandatory.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex compliance projects under deadline pressure.
- Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making skills based on daily activities.
- Ability to operate effectively within a team environment.
- Highest level of ethics, values, and integrity.
- Customer‑oriented and accountable, able to grow into increasing levels of responsibility.
- Computer proficiency and knowledge of Word, Excel, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint.
Infineon Technologies
Infineon is a global leader in semiconductor solutions for power systems and IoT, enabling decarbonization, digitalization, and smart, secure innovations. The company embraces diversity and inclusion, creating a work environment built on trust, openness, respect, and tolerance.