Position Objective

Ensure strict legal, tax, and customs compliance for IMMEX program operations and VAT/IEPS Certification . Optimize duty deferral for temporary raw metal imports, and secure a seamless cross‑border logistical flow to the United States under the USMCA framework.

Critical Responsibilities (Mexico & IMMEX)

- Annex 24 and 30 Management: Oversee the inventory control system for temporarily imported goods. Track legal stay limits closely to eliminate tax liabilities from expired materials.
- USMCA Article 303 Application: Calculate and determine applicable duties for non-originating components integrated into steel exported to the US. Manage duty deferral restrictions and drawback formulas.
- VAT/IEPS Certification Maintenance: Secure continuous compliance with SAT regulations to maintain the 100% tax credit on VAT for temporary imports.
- Mill Certificates & Rules of Origin: Verify that steel meets the strict USMCA country‑of‑origin rules (specifically the "melted and poured" requirements) by auditing Mill Test Certificates.
- Preventive SAT Audits: Lead internal audits on import (IN, AF) and export (RT) customs entries pedimentos, ensuring accurate material discharge in the system.

Years of Experience

- Total Professional Experience: 8 to 10+ years of progressive experience in International Trade, Customs, and General Compliance.
- Leadership / Management Experience: 3 to 5+ years in a managerial or senior supervisory role, directly leading trade compliance teams and managing relationships with customs brokers and government authorities.

Industry‑Specific Background

- IMMEX & Steel Industry Track Record: Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience working within the maquiladora (IMMEX) ecosystem , specifically inside the steel, automotive, heavy manufacturing,



or metal‑mechanic sectors .
- Cross‑Border Trade Expertise: Proven history of managing high‑volume, cross‑border operations between Mexico and the USA (specifically land ports like Mexicali, B.C.).
- Audit Defense Experience: Successful track record of leading and defending corporations during SAT tax audits (Annex 24/30 verification) and handling queries or verifications from U.S. CBP regarding Section 232 or USMCA origin claims.

Specific Technical Requirements

- Required Certifications: Proven experience leading companies with VAT/IEPS Certification (A, AA, or AAA modalities) and AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) status.
- Customs Control Systems (Mandatory): Expert‑level operation of specialized Annex 24 software.
- Tax & Customs Law Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Mexican Customs Law, General Customs Rules (RGCE), VAT Law, and the IMMEX Decree.

KPI Matrix (Key Performance Indicators)

- 0% tax credits or penalties resulting from SAT or CBP tax and customs audits.
- 100% monthly reconciliation between physical inventory, Annex 24 software, and the SAT portal (Annex 30).

Required Education

- Bachelor’s Degree: Mandatorily required in International Trade, Customs Administration, Law, International Relations, or a highly related field.
- Postgraduate Studies: Highly preferred Master’s Degree (Maestría) or Corporate Specialization in Customs Law (Derecho Aduanero) or Tax Law.

Technical Certifications & Licenses

- Annex 24 / 30 Expert Certification: Certified proficiency in specialized customs inventory systems (issued by recognized trade associations or software providers).
- USMCA / Rules of Origin Certification: Formal specialized training in regional value content calculations (RVC) and steel industry specific rules ("melted and poured").

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📌 Sr. International Trade & Compliance Supervisor (IMMEX - Steel Industry) (Mexicali)
🏢 Tecnologías Internacionales De Manufactura, S.A. De C.V. (Timsa)
📍 Mexicali