Customs Compliance RVC Manager - Tijuana 1

Customs Compliance RVC Manager - Tijuana 1

Customs Compliance RVC Manager - Tijuana 1

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The Customs Compliance RVC Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day execution of USMCA compliance programs with primary responsibility for Regional Value Content (RVC) and Tariff Shift (T.F.) qualification processes. This role will ensure products qualify under USMCA Rules of Origin requirements while maintaining strong compliance controls, documentation, and audit readiness.

The Manager will work closely with Sourcing, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, Engineering, IT, Customs Brokers, and external partners to ensureaccuratequalification determinations,maintaincompliance programs, andidentifyopportunities for process improvement and duty savings optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct detailed sampling audits tovalidatedmulti-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Regional Value Content (RVC) calculations, ensuringaccuracyof qualification strategies across diverse product categories and business units.Managed day-to-day teams supporting USMCA compliance audits and qualification programs, strategically adjusting testing ratios and audit scope based on risk profiles to maximize preferential duty treatment.

Lead end-to-end Regional Value Content (RVC) qualificationof theclaimandRVCreconciliationprocessforIMMEXmanufactured products under USMCA and other Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).

Manage qualification methodologies including Net Cost, and alternative origin qualification rules.

Validate product eligibility based on tariff shift rules, origin criteria, de minimis, accumulation, and applicable special provisions.

Oversee annual, quarterly, and ad-hoc originqualificationmock audits.

Ensure accurate and timely issuance/support of Certificates of Origin and origin statements.

Monitor regulatory changesimpactingRVC eligibility, tariff treatment, and IMMEX operations.

Lead pre-BOM and post-BOM validation processes to ensureoriginqualification accuracy.

Auditstatisticallysignificantsamplingsofmaterial master data, HTS classifications, country of origin declarations, and supplier certifications.

Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Cost Accounting tovalidateproduct structure and regional content calculations.

Lead internal control framework and maintain audit policies and procedures supporting USMCA compliance aligned with IMMEX requirements.

Support internal and external customs audits and compliance reviews,adjusting theauditratio asappropriate.

Identifycompliance issues and implement correctiveactionand preventive actions.

Monitor compliance performance andidentifyrisks or process gaps.

Prepareexhibitsand responsestosupportmockaudits andregulatoryfacingaudits.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain, Finance, Business Administration, Customs Compliance, or related field.

5-7+ years of experience inaCustoms Compliance, International Trade, USMCA, or Global Trade Managementlevelposition.

Strong understanding of USMCA Rules of Origin, RVC methodologies, Tariff Shift requirements, and HTS classifications.

Experience performing origin qualification analysis and managing supporting documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SAP, GTM platforms, and AI-enabled compliance systems.

Experience managing cross-functional projects and regional compliance initiatives.

Professional trade certifications arerequired.

Experience supportingregualotoryauditof USMCAprograms.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience with ERP systems(Oracleand SAP)and trade compliance tools.

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Customs Compliance RVC Manager - Tijuana 1