Job Description

Job Summary:

Trade Compliance partner to oversee and strengthen the compliance in VAT certification/IMMEX program (services and industrial). This role is critical for ensuring full compliance with customs and trade regulations in Mexico. The successful candidate will be responsible for following and monitoring compliance KPIs, follow up internal audit processes, and mitigating regulatory risks across our supply chain and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, and track compliance indicators (KPIs) related to import/export operations and regulatory adherence.
• Follow up and coordinate findings for internal trade compliance audits.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of the IMMEX program (services and industrial modalities), including compliance with the requirements of SE, SAT, and other authorities.
• Monitor compliance process gaps, ensuring the proper implementation of tools, processes, and appropriate personnel in the region to ensure trade compliance.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with programs such as IVA-IEPS certification, IMMEX, and international trade regulations (where applicable).
• Analyze and report trade compliance risks to management, proposing preventive and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and training to operational and administrative staff on trade compliance best practices.
• Support to develop strategies, design and implement trade compliance IT tools for use in the region.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in international trade, Business, Customs Law, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Trade Compliance roles within IMMEX companies (services and industrial).
• Strong knowledge of Mexican customs legislation, LCE, LIGIE, RGCE, NOMs, and free trade agreements (TLCs).
• Proficient in Annex 24 & 31 compliance, virtual operations, and automated inventory control systems.
• Basic skills in project management and continuous improvement.
• Experience with internal and external audits.
• Advanced skills in Excel and knowledge of Power BI, SAP or similar ERP systems.
• English: Intermediate to Advanced level required.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Risk assessment and decision-making under pressure
• Attention to detail and process optimization
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Strength data analysis
• Element of continuous improvement / project management