**What you’ll do:** ------------------- **Primary Function \- Job Summary** 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 \- Job Responsibilities** 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, sub\-maquila, 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. 12\) Knowledge and involvement in the quality management system. \#LI\-DG2 **Qualifications:** ------------------- * Bachelor’s degree in international trade, international bussiness, foreign trade, logistics or related * 3 \-5 year´s experience in trade compliance. * Manufacturing background is a must. Automotive preferred * Fluent in English\-Spanish **Specialized Knowledge** * Knowledge in quality management systems * Thorough knowledge and understanding of Mexican and International customs trade law framework * Understanding Risk/Legal issues related to import regulations. * Working Knowledge of MRP / ERP system, Oracle as a plus * Proficiency in Customs Law, Origin Laws, Annex 24, Annex 30, IMMEX requirements, international agreements, PROSEC. * Maquila Environment experience * CTPAT \& OEA knowledge (must) Diplomas/certifications \- RCME (preferred) \- Annex 24 Systems \- Vastera (preferred) \- Functional competencies \- Inventory Management \& Optimization, Materials Replenishment Planning, Supply Chain Continuity Planning, Logistics **Skills:** ----------- **Soft skills** 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