Customs General Supervisor (Mexicali)

Customs General Supervisor

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing IMMEX programs, and deep knowledge of related Mexican customs legislation.
• Strong experience with HTS classification, origin and valuation analysis, and compliance reporting.
• Ability to interpret and apply USMCA/T-MEC and other relevant trade agreements.
• Experience managing customs audits and dealing with Mexican customs authorities.
• Bachelor's degree in international Trade, Customs Administration, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Law, or related field; a postgraduate degree is desirable.
• 10+ years' direct experience in customs, import/export, or international trade within a maquiladora or similar manufacturing environment.
• Conversational English

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all import and export activities in compliance with Mexican customs laws and IMMEX regulations, including but not limited to USMCA, Rule 8, Certificate of Origin, etcetera.
• Serve as the official company representative in all customs-related communications, audits, and inspections, aligning with other management areas of the organization, as well as our corporate guidance.
• Supervise and coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and transportation companies their everyday activities related to Customs Compliance.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation for import/export operations, including pediments, invoices, certificates of origin, and relevant manifests.
• Monitor changes in customs and trade regulations and proactively implement necessary changes to policies and procedures.
• Oversee classification of goods, harmonized tariff schedule (HTS) code assignment, valuation, and country of origin determination along our third‑party providers.
• Maintain digital and physical records for all customs operations in accordance with internal policies and Mexican regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory systems, including Annex24 and Annex30, along a systematization of controls and consistent self‑assessments, along familiarity with software related to inventory control systems.
• Lead frequent & periodic customs compliance audits (internal and external) and develop/implement corrective action plans for observed deficiencies.
• Train and supervise customs staff within the organization, along applicable Management Team coordinating Customs and Compliance.
• Collaborate with internal departments (production, planning, logistics, procurement, finance) to ensure smooth customs flow and correct inventory reporting.
• Manage permits, licenses, and certifications necessary for import/export.
• Analyze customs operations data, permanently target and present objective cost improvement opportunities (duties, tariffs, taxes, benefits), and prevent unnecessary fines or delays.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for internal and business associates' customs operations and report results to management.
• Stay updated on integral trade agreements (i.e. USMCA) impacting maquiladora customs strategies.
• Respond to investigations from SAT, SEMAR, ANAM, or other relevant authorities.
• Oversee compliance for sensitive goods listed under annexII of the IMMEX Decree and annex28 of the RGCE (specifically raw steel, iron, aluminum and scrap metal).
• Manage the "Expansion for Sensitive Goods" authorization process.
• Manage and secure Steel Automatic Import Notices via Secretary of Economy ensuring flawless execution under current mill certifications guidelines, mill certificates.
• Control strict import quotas and volume limits for steel and metal alloys to prevent exceeding authorized amounts or triggering program suspension.

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Certifications in Customs related programs.
• Proficient with MS Office, customs software (e.g., VUCEM), and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).