The Trade Compliance Auditor is responsible for conducting specialized audits related to certificates of origin and trade agreement compliance for export operations.
Principal Responsibilities
- Conduct specialized audits of Certificates of Origin issued under: - United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) - Mexico-European Union Free Trade Agreement (TLCUEM) - Mexico-Chile Free Trade Agreement - Verify compliance of finished products intended for export with the applicable rules of origin and provisions established under each trade agreement. - Review, analyze, and validate certificates of origin provided by suppliers, ensuring proper completion, accuracy, authenticity, and regulatory compliance. - Assess supporting documentation, including bills of materials, supplier declarations, cost analyses, and manufacturing records, to substantiate origin claims. - Identify and investigate discrepancies, non-conformities, or compliance risks related to origin qualifications and trade agreement requirements. - Ensure adherence to customs regulations and trade compliance policies while maintaining accurate audit records and documentation. - Monitor regulatory updates, amendments, and changes to trade agreements affecting import and export operations, and evaluate their impact on business processes. - Provide recommendations and corrective actions to address compliance gaps and strengthen internal controls. - Collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing,



Logistics, Customs, and Legal teams to ensure ongoing compliance with trade regulations. - Support internal and external audits conducted by customs authorities, customers, and certification agencies when required. - Prepare audit reports, present findings, and communicate compliance risks and improvement opportunities to management.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade or a related field. - 3+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, Customs Compliance, International Trade, or related auditing functions. - Experience working with Free Trade Agreements, Rules of Origin, and Certificates of Origin. - Experience conducting compliance reviews, audits, or regulatory assessments. - Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal). - Knowledge of USMCA, TLCUEM, and Mexico-Chile Free Trade Agreement requirements. - Understanding of Rules of Origin, customs regulations, and preferential tariff programs. - Ability to interpret trade regulations and apply them to manufacturing and supply chain environments. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. - Effective communication and report-writing skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. - Ability to manage multiple audits and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications

📌 Trade compliance auditor (Monterrey)
🏢 Hussmann
📍 Monterrey