Company description
north american production sharing (naps) specializes in expanding international manufacturing operations to mexico. We seek a highly experienced customs compliance manager to lead and enhance our customs strategy in alignment with mexican regulations and international trade standards.
key responsibilities:
• ensure full compliance with mexican customs laws and regulations (ley aduanera, reglas generales de comercio exterior, etc.) across all import/export operations.
• lead the implementation and continuous improvement of customs compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• oversee and manage customs brokers, ensuring proper classification, valuation, and documentation of imported/exported goods.
• coordinate audits and respond to inquiries from mexican customs authorities (sat, secretaría de economía).
• manage the correct application of trade agreements (t-mec/usmca, etc.), immex program, and prosec.
• develop internal training and guide teams on compliance best practices and regulatory changes.
• collaborate with supply chain, legal, logistics, and finance teams to minimize risk and ensure seamless cross-border operations.
• maintain metrics and reporting related to customs compliance and identify areas of risk or improvement.
qualifications
• bachelor's degree in international trade, law, business, or a related field.
• minimum of 7+ years of experience in customs compliance, strongly emphasizing mexican regulations and manufacturing operations.
• expert knowledge of mexican customs law, t-mec/usmca, immex, and prosec programs.
• experience managing interactions with customs brokers, authorities, and government agencies.
• proven ability to lead audits and mitigate customs-related risks in complex supply chains.
• bilingual: spanish and english (advanced proficiency required).
• strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
preferred
• experience in a multinational manufacturing company.
• working knowledge of erp and trade management systems (sap gts, etc.).
what we offer
• competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• career development opportunities within a global organization.
• comprehensive benefits package.
• a strong culture of compliance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
apply now and join a company where your expertise will shape the future of trade compliance in the manufacturing industry.
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