Compliance program manager
basic function
under the direction of the director international trade compliance, the import/export program manager in mexico is responsible to facilitate and oversee import/export operations for all mexico business unit operations.
specific responsibilities
* develop and own the mexico trade compliance training program in coordination with the director international trade compliance.
* draft guidance documentation and processes in line with corporate trade policies, procedures, and local requirements.
* create and oversee a regional trade compliance training program.
* establish and maintain a trade compliance metrics dashboard and reporting cadence.
* develop and implement audits to ensure compliant import and export transactions; participate in corrective measures.
* maintain immex and usmca program oversight including driving timely and compliant submissions.
* drive efficiencies and cost savings through adherence to usmca.
* understand and articulate changes to the immex and usmca programs to ensure compliance.
* monitor for changes in the regional regulatory landscape, communicate impacts to the applicable businesses, and lead projects/enhancements required.
* establish controls and provide guidance to business unit operations.
* shared accoutability for mexican customs bróker relationship.
* participate in representing the business to government agencies with respect to trade inquiries and audits.
* participate in ctpat program management.
additional responsibilities
* participate in trade compliance projects while obtaining buy-in and effecting change across multiple departments.
* lead quarterly business reviews with customs brokers.
* analytical support for different aspects of supply chain and trade compliance to enable landed/sourcing cost strategies and duty avoidance opportunities.
* provide reporting on demand, track issues, and communicate feedback to leadership.
* knowledge and some experience of other roles within department to provide support as needed.
relationships and contacts
supervisory relationships
reports to director international trade compliance.
organization relationships
* continual contact with the legal, logistics and transportation/logistics/supply chain, and finance, tax and u.s. trade compliance associates.
* frequent contact with purchasing, international sales administration, it, and accounting departments.
occasional contact with it and accounting departments.
external business relationship
* frequent contact with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
* moderate contact with consultants.
* possible contact with government agencies and institutes.
education and experience requirements
* bachelor’s degree.
* minimum 7+ years’ work experience in the mexican import/export industry.
* preference english.
* knowledge of microsoft windows based software applications.
* knowledge of sap a plus.
* strong analytical skills and experience conducting audits and assessments.
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about us
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