Procurement and Import Coordinator

Description

Job Summary: The Procurement and Import Coordinator manages the full procurement and import operations cycle, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely supply. Key Highlights: 1. Manages the complete procurement and import cycle. 2. Ensures compliance with the Customs Law and related regulations. 3. Coordinates with suppliers, customs brokers, and internal clients. Position: Procurement and Import Coordinator Position Objective: To coordinate and execute domestic procurement and import activities, ensuring timely supply and compliance with the Customs Law and applicable trade regulations. Provide prompt, high-quality service to internal clients, resolve incidents efficiently, and maintain streamlined, well-documented processes. Key Responsibilities: * Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle: requisitions, quotations, purchase orders, tracking, and receipt. * Coordinate import operations: tariff classification, documentation (customs declarations, commercial invoices, certificates, etc.), customs clearance, and international logistics. * Ensure compliance with the Mexican Customs Law, foreign trade regulations, and related compliance requirements. * Maintain ongoing communication with suppliers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal clients. * Manage and resolve complaints/incidents related to procurement and imports, proposing solutions and corrective actions. * Monitor delivery lead times, costs, and inventory levels; propose optimization measures. * Prepare periodic reports (order status, import costs, KPIs) and maintain up-to-date files and records. * Coordinate payments and document verification for invoicing and order release. * Work under pressure and prioritize urgent requests with a strong focus on internal customer service. Essential Requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field. * Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement and import operations. * Solid knowledge of the Mexican Customs Law and foreign trade regulations. * Experience working with customs brokers and handling customs declarations. * Intermediate/advanced English (reading and communication with international suppliers). * Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement/logistics management tools. Competencies and Skills: * Proactivity and strong sense of urgency. * Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. * Customer-oriented mindset and ability to serve internal clients promptly and courteously. * Negotiation and problem-solving skills. * Attention to detail and ability to handle legal and customs documentation. * Strong communication and teamwork skills.