International Trade Coordinator

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail, as well as for the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Building on almost four centuries of collective experience at Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the rail and digital transit ecosystems.

Wabtec focuses on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by offering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to generate exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities worldwide. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you work with?

At Wabtec de México, Industrial Zone of San Luis Potosí, we are leaders in the production of pneumatic brake equipment, supplying a market of 45,000 railway cars per year; under a maquiladora company work scheme, our annual exports are equivalent to an estimated 3,250 million pesos only in the state of San Luis Potosí.

Since 1869, Wabtec has continuously led the industry, constantly improving its design to meet safety and efficiency needs in the railway sector. As market leaders, 6 out of 10 freight railway cars built in Mexico, the United States, and Canada have Wabtec air brake systems proudly manufactured from San Luis Potosí.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the logistics team, in the position of International Trade Coordinator / International Trade Compliance, your main responsibilities will be to ensure the correct observance of customs and foreign trade compliance in all company activities. Maintain foreign trade programs and certifications. Identify savings strategies. Work together with the operational and management areas of the company to analyze and propose strategies that meet the business's commercial objectives while ensuring customs and foreign trade compliance.

This position will report directly to the Customs Region Leader.

What do we want to know about you?

The career requirements for this position are:

• Bachelor's degree level studies, preferably in International Trade, with at least 5 - 6 years of experience in its respective application.
• Advanced knowledge of customs and foreign trade legislation and experience in:
• IMMEX Program, obtaining, fulfilling requirements and obligations, as well as program extensions. Administration of Annex 24, validation, and audits.
• VAT Certification, all modalities, obtaining, benefits, and obligations. Annex 30. AEO Certification, extensive knowledge of the standards required by the company profile, notices, supply chain security audits.
• Knowledge of free trade agreements, rules of origin, and experience in product qualification for USMCA.
• Technical knowledge (and desirable experience) in product classification.
• Experience in the analysis and obtaining of programs and permits (Prosec, Rule Eight, Duty Drawback, NOMs, Automatic Notices, Semarnat Certificates, etc.)
• Management of customs agents and foreign trade service providers, evaluation, and monitoring of their activities.
• Knowledge in customs valuation and transfer pricing (desired).
• Knowledge of customs declaration and foreign trade audits.
• Experience in special operations (V1, V5, F4).
• Presentation of results (metrics) to businesses, detection of process deviations and generation of corrective actions, follow-up, and closure.
• Project/requirement management.
• Microsoft Office and Oracle.
• Teamwork.
• Leadership and Proactivity.

What will your typical day be like?

• Ensure prompt release of products at customs.
• Identify savings opportunities through the application of tax exemption programs and request the document or registration to the program that allows its application.
• Verify correct tariff classification for imports and exports. As well as compliance with non-tariff restrictions and regulations.
• Administer and jointly establish processes for the good performance of service providers' activities to ensure customs and foreign trade compliance. (Annex 24 provider, foreign trade activities provider, customs agents)
• Monitor changes in legislation, evaluate impacts, communicate them to the company, and jointly establish actions to mitigate their impact.
• Supervise the integration of import and export documentation files.
• Registration of suppliers as sub-maquilador with the Ministry of Economy.
• Reconciliation of foreign trade information against what is registered in Oracle's receipt, shipment, and invoicing modules. To identify discrepancies and establish corrective actions, follow-up, and closure.
• Ensure the preservation and observance of the requirements of the foreign trade certifications and programs held by the companies. Coordinating with different departments, generating evidence, executing audits, updating procedures, and implementing necessary actions.
• Submit reports/notices/permits required by law in a timely manner to ensure continuity of operation.
• Attend internal and external reviews/audits on foreign trade matters.
• Communication of operational results (KPIs and AEO audit) with senior management.
• Provide training on basic foreign trade concepts by area to ensure adherence to compliance (mainly Materials, Traffic and Logistics, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Taxes, Accounting).

What about the physical demands of the job?

The work is mainly performed in an office environment, but it is important to have continuous interaction with production areas to ensure understanding of operational requirements, for which basic safety equipment must be used.

Our commitment to embracing diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not only in our products, but also in our people, embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about relationships with our employees and pride ourselves on celebrating the variety of experiences, knowledge, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where everyone belongs and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to employ the brightest minds in the world to help us create an unlimited source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone has the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.