International Trade Specialist

At Autoneum , we are looking for a Trade Analyst / Foreign Trade Specialist to join our PC&L team in San Luis Potosí.

The main purpose of this position is to coordinate and follow up on import and export operations , ensuring compliance with applicable customs and regulatory requirements, as well as the proper execution of foreign trade processes.

This role will interact closely with customs brokers, carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal teams , contributing to the continuity of operations and the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on import and export operations .
• Provide instructions and follow up with carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers .
• Review documentation required for customs clearance and ensure its proper integration.
• Identify applicable regulations and requirements for foreign trade operations.
• Provide daily follow-up and visibility on shipment status.
• Identify, address, and follow up on situations that may cause delays in import or export operations .
• Review, calculate, and manage the payment of duties, taxes, and other foreign trade contributions .
• Analyze import and export information to prepare metrics, reports, and KPIs .
• Verify the proper application of tariff benefits derived from trade agreements and applicable government programs.
• Stay up to date on changes in foreign trade legislation and regulations .
• Develop and update procedures and work instructions related to foreign trade operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and process mapping activities.
• Collaborate with different areas to ensure compliance with foreign trade and logistics objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, International Business, International Relations , or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in international trade.
• Experience in import and export operations .
• Experience in customs clearance and customs compliance .
• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs valuation, and applicable legislation .
• Knowledge of free trade agreements and foreign trade programs .
• Experience working with customs brokers, carriers, freight forwarders, and suppliers .
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• English proficiency sufficient to communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry and/or manufacturing environments .
• Experience developing and updating procedures and work instructions .
• Experience analyzing information, preparing reports, and tracking KPIs .
• Experience with ERP systems and/or foreign trade platforms , such as SAP, Global Trade XXI, or similar systems.

Key Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organization and follow-up.
• Effective communication.
• Results orientation.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Proactivity.
• Ability to manage multiple operations and priorities simultaneously.

Why Join This Position?

This position offers the opportunity to develop your career within an automotive manufacturing environment , directly participating in foreign trade operations while collaborating with different internal areas, suppliers, and logistics partners.

If you have experience in international trade, import and export operations, and customs compliance , and you are looking for an opportunity to continue developing your career in an international manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of Autoneum!