Manager Customs

The Manager of Customs is responsible for ensuring full compliance with all Mexican and U.S. customs and trade regulations for imports and exports between Mexico and the United States along his well-established team. This role oversees day‑to‑day customs operations, supervises customs brokers in Mexico & the U.S. and if the case, external consultants, manages compliance and audit for Annex 24/30 (including related software), leads CTPAT compliance efforts, and develops strategies to reduce risk, avoid fines, and optimize the flow of materials and finished goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Mexican customs regulations (Ley Aduanera, Reglas Generales de Comercio Exterior, SAT requirements, IMMEX/maquiladora, Annex 24, Annex 30).
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. customs and trade regulations (CBP, EAR, BIS, OFAC, and other relevant federal agencies) aligned with company Export Controls Officer.
• Develop, maintain and enforce company customs policies, procedures, and internal controls for all cross‑border operations according to corporate standard practices.
• Oversee all import and export processes for raw materials, components, and finished goods between the U.S. and Mexico.
• Ensure accurate tariff classification (HTS), valuation, country of origin determination, and correct use of preferential programs (e.g., USMCA).
• Lead and manage full compliance with Annex 24 (inventory control of temporarily imported goods) and Annex 30 (electronic records and traceability) requirements, along aligning external & internal audits with relevant departments.
• Administer and control the Annex 24/30 inventory systems to ensure accurate, real‑time reconciliation of physical and system inventories along warehouse department.
• Ensure that all temporary imports, returns, scrap, and transfers are properly recorded, supported, and reconciled according to Annex 24/30 standards.