Customs Coordinator

Description

**Position Objective:** Coordinate import and export customs operations, ensuring compliance with current regulations in Mexico and the United States, minimizing regulatory risks, and guaranteeing operational continuity of the plant and supply chain. **Key Responsibilities:** * Coordinate the proper execution of customs operations through a customs broker and/or customs representative, covering all transportation modes (road, air, and maritime), both at border customs and inland customs. * Ensure compliance with customs, tax, and international trade regulations in Mexico and the United States. * Validate and authorize customs entry forms (pedimentos), customs documentation, and clearance processes. * Manage and track import/export operations (definitive, temporary, virtual, and RFE). * Coordinate daily requirements with internal departments (Logistics, Procurement, Planning), carriers, and customs brokers. * Coordinate the proper compilation of supporting documents (commercial invoice, COVE, DODA, pedimento, notices, certificates, etc.). * Administer changes of customs regime, regularization procedures, and special operations. * Handle customs inspections and provide support as an auxiliary to the customs representative before customs authorities. * Track customs incidents, audits, and official authority requests. * Coordinate operations at U.S. customs (Entry, ACE, Inbond, SED, ITN) and ensure binational alignment. * Implement process improvements in customs operations to optimize time, cost, and compliance. * Generate performance indicators (KPIs) and executive reports for decision-making. * Provide technical support and training to internal departments on matters related to international trade operations. **Requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Management, or related field. * Minimum of 4 years’ experience in customs operations (preferably in the automotive or manufacturing industry) or alternatively in customs brokerage firms. * Experience coordinating import/export operations and effectively tracking progress with customs brokers, warehouses, carriers, etc. * Solid knowledge of: * Customs Law and general rules governing international trade. * IMMEX program operations. * U.S.-Mexico international trade (ACE, Inbond, Entry). * Customs systems such as 2TS, CAM, CODICE, VASTERA, or similar. * Intermediate-to-advanced English (capable of operational and technical communication). **Key Competencies:** * Leadership and team coordination. * Decision-making and problem-solving. * Compliance focus and risk management. * Effective communication. * Organization and sense of urgency. Salary: $30,000.00 \- $40,000.00 per month Benefits: * Salary increases. * Company parking. * Medical expense insurance. * Life insurance. * Grocery vouchers. Language: * English (Desirable) Workplace: On-site employment