Custom & Trade Compliance Senior Specialist

Job description

*Bristol Myers Squibb es un empleador que brinda igualdad de oportunidades. Las personas que apliquen para cualquier vacante, y que estén calificadas para la misma recibirán consideración para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad, condición de veterano protegido, embarazo, ciudadanía, estado civil, expresión de género, información genética, afiliación política o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley* # **Customs & Trade Compliance Coordinator** **Location:** Mexico City, Mexico **Department:** Global Supply Chain (GSC) - Customs & Trade Compliance ## Position Summary The Customs & Trade Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that import and export operations are executed in compliance with applicable customs regulations, global trade requirements, and company standards. This role partners with internal stakeholders and external service providers to support efficient cross-border operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across trade compliance activities. ## Key Responsibilities ### Customs & Import/Export Operations - Coordinate and oversee import and export processes, ensuring compliance with local regulations, global policies, and operational KPIs. - Manage import permit applications and related documentation submissions to regulatory authorities. - Monitor customs operations and trade activities through government systems and platforms. - Support timely customs clearance by validating required documentation and resolving compliance issues. - Coordinate critical and urgent shipments to minimize operational disruptions. ### Trade Compliance Management - Verify import licenses, certificates of origin, tariff classifications, and other trade-related requirements. - Ensure compliance with customs regulations, foreign trade laws, and internal company policies. - Analyze customs and trade compliance issues and support resolution efforts when discrepancies arise. - Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and communicate relevant updates to the broader team. ### Financial & Reporting Activities - Support customs-related financial processes, including tax reconciliation and payment tracking. - Review and validate supplier invoices in accordance with established contracts and service rates. - Monitor invoice processing and payment status to ensure timely settlement. - Prepare operational reports and KPI dashboards related to import and export performance. ### Documentation & Audit Readiness - Maintain accurate import/export records and supporting documentation. - Ensure proper document retention practices and compliance with audit requirements. - Validate information within internal systems and support data integrity initiatives. - Participate in cross-functional reviews and compliance assessments. ### Stakeholder & Vendor Management - Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Security, Distribution, and other internal stakeholders. - Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers to ensure smooth operations. - Monitor supplier performance and ensure service providers operate in accordance with contractual, legal, and compliance requirements. ## Qualifications ### Education - Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Trade, International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field. ### Experience - Minimum of 2 years of experience in customs, international trade, import/export operations, logistics, or related disciplines. ### Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of foreign trade regulations, customs processes, logistics, and international transportation. - Understanding of import/export compliance requirements and customs documentation management. - Experience working with customs brokers and logistics service providers is preferred. ### Skills & Competencies - Strong organizational and analytical skills. - High attention to detail and accuracy. - Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities. - Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. - Strong problem-solving and compliance-oriented mindset. ### Language Requirements - English proficiency required #LI-Hybrid *Bristol Myers Squibb es un empleador que brinda igualdad de oportunidades. Las personas que apliquen para cualquier vacante, y que estén calificadas para la misma recibirán consideración para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad, condición de veterano protegido, embarazo, ciudadanía, estado civil, expresión de género, información genética, afiliación política o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley* # **Customs & Trade Compliance Coordinator** **Location:** Mexico City, Mexico **Department:** Global Supply Chain (GSC) - Customs & Trade Compliance ## Position Summary The Customs & Trade Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that import and export operations are executed in compliance with applicable customs regulations, global trade requirements, and company standards. This role partners with internal stakeholders and external service providers to support efficient cross-border operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across trade compliance activities. ## Key Responsibilities ### Customs & Import/Export Operations - Coordinate and oversee import and export processes, ensuring compliance with local regulations, global policies, and operational KPIs. - Manage import permit applications and related documentation submissions to regulatory authorities. - Monitor customs operations and trade activities through government systems and platforms. - Support timely customs clearance by validating required documentation and resolving compliance issues. - Coordinate critical and urgent shipments to minimize operational disruptions. ### Trade Compliance Management - Verify import licenses, certificates of origin, tariff classifications, and other trade-related requirements. - Ensure compliance with customs regulations, foreign trade laws, and internal company policies. - Analyze customs and trade compliance issues and support resolution efforts when discrepancies arise. - Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and communicate relevant updates to the broader team. ### Financial & Reporting Activities - Support customs-related financial processes, including tax reconciliation and payment tracking. - Review and validate supplier invoices in accordance with established contracts and service rates. - Monitor invoice processing and payment status to ensure timely settlement. - Prepare operational reports and KPI dashboards related to import and export performance. ### Documentation & Audit Readiness - Maintain accurate import/export records and supporting documentation. - Ensure proper document retention practices and compliance with audit requirements. - Validate information within internal systems and support data integrity initiatives. - Participate in cross-functional reviews and compliance assessments. ### Stakeholder & Vendor Management - Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Security, Distribution, and other internal stakeholders. - Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers to ensure smooth operations. - Monitor supplier performance and ensure service providers operate in accordance with contractual, legal, and compliance requirements. ## Qualifications ### Education - Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Trade, International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field. ### Experience - Minimum of 2 years of experience in customs, international trade, import/export operations, logistics, or related disciplines. ### Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of foreign trade regulations, customs processes, logistics, and international transportation. - Understanding of import/export compliance requirements and customs documentation management. - Experience working with customs brokers and logistics service providers is preferred. ### Skills & Competencies - Strong organizational and analytical skills. - High attention to detail and accuracy. - Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities. - Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. - Strong problem-solving and compliance-oriented mindset. ### Language Requirements - English proficiency required #LI-Hybrid