Customs Classification & Trade Compliance Specialist

  • (NVNM) NeWeB Vietnam CO., LTD.
  • Las Fuentes, 32437 Ciudad Juárez Chihuahua Mexico 32437
  • 2mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

We are a leading company in the wireless broadband communications industry looking for talented professionals with a winning attitude.


Job Description

Main Responsibilities

  • Perform and maintain accurate tariff classification under:

    • Mexican TIGIE (LIGIE / HTS Mexico)

    • U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS)

  • Classify raw materials, components, finished goods, equipment, spare parts and MRO for:

    • Imports into Mexico under IMMEX (temporary and definitive)

    • Exports from Mexico to the United States

    • Product codes from SAT for Carta Porte.

  • Prepare and maintain classification justification files, including:

    • HS rules of interpretation

    • Explanatory notes

    • Product descriptions, BOMs, technical drawings, and specs

  • Review and validate broker-proposed classifications and resolve discrepancies

  • Coordinate classification-related impacts to:

    • Virtual operations (V1)

    • Transfers between IMMEX entities

  • Participate in or support:

    • SAT audits (Mexico)

    • Internal and third-party compliance assessments

  • Maintain master data on Annex 24 system

    • Add, maintain and control part numbers

    • Manage import requirements through master data

    • Validate commercial description, HS codes, units of measure and its conversion factors, values, etc.

    • Coordinate engineering changes and their impact on master data, customs classification and import requirements.

  • Conduct self-audits of classifications and customs data

  • Maintain SOPs and work instructions related to classification and customs compliance

  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on classification and trade compliance topics

 

 

Job Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Customs Administration, Business, Logistics, or related field (Equivalent experience may be considered)

  • 3–7 years of experience in:

    • Customs classification and trade compliance

    • IMMEX manufacturing or maquiladora environment preferred

  • Demonstrated experience classifying products under both Mexican and U.S. tariff schedules

  • Practical knowledge of customs operations on the MX–US border

  • Strong working knowledge of:

    • HS nomenclature and General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs)

    • Mexican TIGIE / LIGIE

    • U.S. HTSUS

    • IMMEX regulations and permits

  • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings

  • Bilingual: Spanish and English (professional proficiency required)

Key Competencies

    • High attention to detail and analytical mindset

    • Strong compliance and risk-awareness culture

    • Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, sourcing, logistics, and finance

    • Excellent documentation, organization, and communication skills

    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


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[General Shipping and Receiving] Export Declarations, [General Shipping and Receiving] Import/Export Regulatory Compliance, [General Shipping and Receiving] Order Fulfillment, [General Shipping and Receiving] Package Tracking, [Logistics] Freight Forwarding, [Procurement] Direct Imports, [Procurement] International Purchasing, [Quality Assurance and Control] Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), [Quality Assurance and Control] Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA), [Quality Assurance and Control] Quality Management Systems, [Regulation and Legal Compliance] Compliance Auditing, [Regulation and Legal Compliance] Customs Law, [Regulation and Legal Compliance] Export Administration Regulations, [Supplier Management] Supplier Evaluation, [Supply Chain Management] Demand Forecasting, [Supply Chain Management] Material Flow Analysis, [Supply Chain Management] Materials Management Information Systems, [Supply Chain Management] SAP Material Management, [Supply Chain Management] Supply Chain