**Req #** **Location** Tijuana, Baja California, México **Job Category** Supply Chain **Date posted** 09/03/2026
**This is where**your work makes a difference.
At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.
Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.
**What you'll be doing**:
- Ensure import and export operations comply with all applicable Mexican and international customs, trade, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes in foreign trade laws, customs regulations, and government requirements, assessing their potential impact on business operations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain trade compliance policies, procedures, and work instructions across the organization.
- Lead training initiatives to ensure employees and stakeholders understand customs compliance requirements, company policies, and regulatory obligations.
- Act as the primary liaison between General Trade Compliance and local manufacturing and operational teams.
- Maintain the company's IMMEX Program and VAT-IEPS Certification (CIVA), ensuring ongoing compliance with all applicable regulations and authority requirements.
- Ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with Annex 24, Annex 30, Annex 31, Regla Octava,



and other foreign trade control requirements.
- Monitor import and export declarations (pedimentos) to ensure timely processing, proper documentation, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage and maintain foreign trade systems, including updates related to tariff classifications, costs, product descriptions, Bills of Material (BOM), units of measure, and compliance requirements.
- Generate, review, and submit reports required by customs authorities and government agencies, including SAT, INEGI, COFEPRIS, SAGARPA, Secretaría de Economía, FDA, and U.S. Customs.
- Support Planning, Procurement, Customer Service, and Operations teams in monitoring and tracking international shipments and materials in transit.
- Lead internal and external audits conducted by government agencies and regulatory authorities.
- Manage departmental budgets and expenses related to import/export operations while identifying opportunities for tax savings and cost reduction.
- Lead projects focused on continuous improvement, compliance enhancement, process optimization, and operational efficiency.
- Develop, coach, and support the Import/Export team through effective leadership, training, and performance management.
- Promote Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies to achieve operational and compliance objectives.
- Participate in CAPA activities and ensure corrective actions comply with company policies, regulatory standards,



and quality system requirements.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
**What you'll bring**:
- Strong knowledge of Mexican Foreign Trade regulations, customs compliance, and international trade requirements.
- Ability to interpret regulations and effectively communicate complex compliance topics across different organizational levels.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent organizational and project management capabilities, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Ability to proactively identify risks and implement corrective actions to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Effective presentation, communication, and training skills.
- Experience managing audits, government inspections, and compliance certifications.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and documentation.
**Education & Experience**:
**Required Education**:
- Bachelor's Degree in International Trade, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
**Required Experience**:
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, import/export management, trade compliance, or supply chain functions.
- Extensive experience with IMMEX, VAT-IEPS Certification (CIVA), Annex 24, Annex 31, and customs compliance programs.
- Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
- Strong knowledge of customs reporting systems and foreign trade operations.
- Experience leading audits with customs authorities and government agencies.
- Knowledge of inventory control processes an

📌 Supt, Trade Compliance (Tijuana)
🏢 Baxter
📍 Tijuana