Mexican Customs Supervisor

Ruan Transportation Management Systems•Laredo, TX

About The Position

Manage a team that is responsible for clearing goods through Mexican Customs and to their destinations in a timely manner. Prepare and process import and export documentation (such as Mexican import/export entries-pedimentos, customs declarations, bills of landing, DODA, and certificates of origin), advising clients on duties and taxes, PGA permits and acting as a liaison between business, Mexican Government agencies, and/or Mexican Customs authorities. Responsibilities: Carrying out the Company's organizational values and operating in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies are rquired functions. Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and provide leadership to build and maintain a strong team through effective communications, recruiting, training, coaching, counseling, appraising, rewarding, developing, and succession planning. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Manage day-to-day the Mexican Customs brokerage process (such as Mexican Entries-Pedimentos, Mexican Customs compliance, documentation, and records) to clear goods through Mexican Customs. Create the Mexican Manifest, DODA, support the HTS Code determination, any other Government agency permits, request duties and taxes from Mexican IOR's, and collect all documents to process customs clearance and prepare documents to submit for Mexican billing. Ensure that all shipments and Customs transactions meet regulatory standards and comply with Mexican Customs Regulations and International Trades. Deep experience on Land, Air and Ocean import and export Mexican pedimentos, including temporary mode, manufacturing operations, IMMEX programs, permanent or definitive imports, Mexican FTZ and Mexican entry (pedimento) validation and certification. Ensure the Company is in compliance with the latest Mexican Customs regulations, MX HTS Code tariffs, Trade laws, Customs process, Freight documents and any comply with any Mexican Customs changes that may impact company operations. Develop and implement processes to ensure the timely clearance of goods through Mexican Customs, minimizing delays and meeting client expectations. Train and motivate a Mexican Customs Brokerage team to achieve performance goals and maintain Customs compliance. Identify any potential inefficiencies in Mexican Customs brokerage processes and implement strategies to improve speed, accuracy, and cost effectiveness. Leverage technology and software to optimize operations, reduce errors, and increase productivity. Build a strong partnership with internal departments to ensure seamless coordination across the company supply chain. Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Requirements

Must be able to commit to Ruan's value statement by acting with integrity in everything we do.
Must be able to meet behavioral expectations and perform in alignment with our guiding principles: safety, people, customer, performance, and continuous improvement.
Must have an in-depth knowledge of Mexican Customs laws, Mx regulations, MX PGA, Mx HTS Code, and compliance requirements. Must be proficient in Mexican Customs brokerage software and other related tools. Must be fluent in both Spanish and English. Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships. Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience
Mexican Customs proved experience, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
3 -5 years Mexican Customs Brokerage, Logistics, Freight Forwarding Industry

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide leadership to build and maintain a strong team through effective communications, recruiting, training, coaching, counseling, appraising, rewarding, developing, and succession planning. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Manage day-to-day the Mexican Customs brokerage process (such as Mexican Entries-Pedimentos, Mexican Customs compliance, documentation, and records) to clear goods through Mexican Customs. Create the Mexican Manifest, DODA, support the HTS Code determination, any other Government agency permits, request duties and taxes from Mexican IOR's, and collect all documents to process customs clearance and prepare documents to submit for Mexican billing.
Ensure that all shipments and Customs transactions meet regulatory standards and comply with Mexican Customs Regulations and International Trades. Deep experience on Land, Air and Ocean import and export Mexican pedimentos, including temporary mode, manufacturing operations, IMMEX programs, permanent or definitive imports, Mexican FTZ and Mexican entry (pedimento) validation and certification.
Ensure the Company is in compliance with the latest Mexican Customs regulations, MX HTS Code tariffs, Trade laws, Customs process, Freight documents and any comply with any Mexican Customs changes that may impact company operations.
Develop and implement processes to ensure the timely clearance of goods through Mexican Customs, minimizing delays and meeting client expectations.
Train and motivate a Mexican Customs Brokerage team to achieve performance goals and maintain Customs compliance.
Identify any potential inefficiencies in Mexican Customs brokerage processes and implement strategies to improve speed, accuracy, and cost effectiveness.
Leverage technology and software to optimize operations, reduce errors, and increase productivity.
Build a strong partnership with internal departments to ensure seamless coordination across the company supply chain.
Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.