Plan and coordinate the operational activities of Eaton Aguascalientes to guarantee compliance with Mexican and International customs trade law framework. Ensure that all policies and procedures are implemented and well documented, performing occasional internal reviews and identifying compliance problems that call for formal attention.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1) Ensure integrity of Trade Compliance processes

2) Maintain a strong understanding of customs regulations related to import/export processes and communicate to the plant about relevant changes that have an impact on operations.

3) Monitor all the obligations to maintain certifications such as VAT, OEA and CTPAT

4) Ensure that temporary inventory fulfills with all Mexican Customs regulations

5) Keep open balance within threshold by following standard GTM process on monthly basis

6) Ensure legal stay of fixed asset in the plant or other locations

7) Provide guidance to stakeholders for any activity related to trade compliance, including the proper use of trade agreements

8) Compliance on the reporting management such as IMMEX 24 and annex 30, PROSEC, DIOT, INEGI, VAT, submaquila, etc.

9) Audit import and export transactions, its files and records to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations

10) Support programs and projects to take advantage of Free Trade Agreements and other duty savings opportunities

11) Application of the 8 CIF modules and support related initiatives on daily basis through establishing, maintaining and complying Standard Work and other tools. Participate in Lean Council and Continuous Improvement teams when required. Generate ideas for improvement according with the local programs

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

1) Degree qualification in Foreign Trade or related discipline

2) Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment, automotive preferred

3) Thorough knowledge and understanding of Mexican and International customs trade law framework

4) Understanding Risk/Legal issues related to import regulations.

5) Excellent communication and writing skills.

6) Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

7) Negotiation skills

8) Must be proactive and results oriented

9) Working Knowledge of MRP / ERP system, Oracle as a plus

10) Proficiency in Customs Law, Origin Laws, Annex 24, Annex 30, IMMEX requirements, international agreements.

11) Maquila Environment experience

12) Fluent in English-Spanish

Additional Information:

1) Strong ethics and professional presence required

2) Negotiation skills and experience with suppliers.

3) Strong oral and written communication skills.

4) Build Organization Capability

5) Sense of urgency

6) Proactive and organized

7) Teamwork player

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Detailed Responsibilities

1. Drives and promotes zero incident EHS culture throughout site.

2. Accomplish with MESH requirements: EHS programs, waste requirements, training, inspections, etc.

3. Participate EHS Gemba Walks / Inspections / Programs

4. Creates and facilitates EHS engagement through EHS teams and committees needed to accomplish the established targets and objectives for the year.

5. Submit Kaizen Burst ideas to Improve Safety

6. Lead a team to evaluate and rank the plant's top ergonomic risks

7. EHS Cost Out & Avoidance: Hazardous waste, Non HW, Water consumption, energy savings, etc

8. Incorporate EHS into LEAN (VSM, 5S, TPM, etc)

9. Work with site leadership team and facilities to ensure that all key EHS operational controls are in place, on a PM program, and that EHS action items are resolved on a timely basis.

10. Identify and Direct Lean EHS Project

11. Completion of Root Cause Analysis & CAPA for significant injuries/illnesses/ EHS incidents

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job