Integer Holdings Corporation

Medical device CDMO for cardiac devices

Trade Compliance Specialist 1

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Full-timeTijuana, Baja California, MexicoNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain, business administration, logistics, or a related field is required.
At least 5 years of experience in trade compliance, logistics, customs, or import/export operations is required.
Strong knowledge and practical expertise in trade compliance are required.
The ability to solve problems, communicate effectively verbally and in writing across organizational levels, stay organized and adaptable to business deadlines, identify risks, coordinate projects, and use Microsoft Office products is required.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
Experience with Annex 24 systems (I-XPORT, Intrade, Zoe), VUCEM, and ERP systems such as Oracle and SAP is required.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with global import/export regulations, customs requirements, free trade agreements, and corporate trade compliance policies.
Provide subject-matter expertise for daily trade operations, guide internal stakeholders, support audits and regulatory reviews, and improve compliance processes across international supply chains.
Explain complex or sensitive information to internal departments.
Demonstrate knowledge and practical expertise in trade compliance activities in Mexico and the United States.
Request permits, licenses, and OEA, C-TPAT, and VAT certifications from institutions in Mexico and the United States, including the Ministry of Economy, SAT, COFEPRIS, SEDENA, SENER, and U.S. Customs.
Assign the correct HTS code to products.
Manage and perform activities in the Annex 24 customs system, including balance reports, discharges, inventories, INEGI, annual reports, and updates.
Create and analyze Annex 30 reports for VAT certification.
Determine the country of origin for imported and exported products.
Manage free trade agreement qualification activities.
Assist with customs programs including PROSEC, Rule 8th, USMCA, 9801, 9802, and the Nairobi Protocol.
Serve as the key trade compliance contact supporting internal departments and external suppliers.
Support special projects related to customs compliance and global trade operations.
Communicate trade compliance best practices to internal teams.
Represent the Trade Compliance department in new projects, customer meetings, and government interactions.
Identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
Develop trade compliance metrics and recommend process improvements.
Coordinate new projects with Engineering, R&D, and Regulatory Affairs.
Lead and participate in improvement initiatives focused on company goals.
Communicate plans and new requirements to internal and corporate departments.
Deliver training and awareness programs related to trade compliance requirements.

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers’ success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right

Job Summary:

The Trade Compliance Specialist I is responsible for ensuring compliance with global import/export regulations, customs requirements, free trade agreements, and corporate trade compliance policies. This role serves as a subject matter expert for daily trade operations, provides guidance to internal stakeholders, supports audits and regulatory reviews, and drives continuous improvement of compliance processes across international supply chains.

The position works closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning and Engineering and external service providers. The Trade Compliance Specialist I uses conceptual and practical expertise in trade compliance operations and related disciplines to address complex issues and drive process improvements that support strategic business goals.

Explain complex or sensitive information to internal departments.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Demonstrate strong knowledge and practical expertise in Trade Compliance activities in Mexico and USA.
- Request permits, licenses and certifications OEA, C-TPAT and VAT to the different institutions in Mexico and USA (Ministry of Economy, SAT, COFEPRIS, SEDENA, SENER, US Customs)
- Assign the correct HTS Code to the products.
- Manage and perform activities in the Annex 24 customs system (balances reports, discharge, inventories, INEGI, annual reports and updates)
- Create and analyze Annex 30 reports – VAT Certification.
- Determine country of origin for imported and exported products
- Manage free trade agreement qualification activities.
- Assist with special customs programs PROSEC, Rule 8th, USMCA,9801,9802 and Nairobi Protocol
Key trade compliance contact who will provide support to internal departments and external suppliers.

Support special projects related to customs compliance and global trade operations.

Act as a knowledgeable resource for internal teams by communicating best practices.

Represent Trade Compliance department in new projects, customer meetings and government interaction.

Identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.

Develop trade compliance metrics and recommend process improvements.

Coordinate with Engineering, R&D, and Regulatory Affairs new projects.

Lead and participate in improvement initiatives focused on achieving company goals.

Communicate plans and new requirements to internal and corporate departments.

Ability to work independently, communicate effectively across teams, and develop innovative solutions to address operational challenges.

Deliver training and awareness programs related to trade compliance requirements.

Education & Experience:

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, Logistics, Customs, or Import/Export operations.

Knowledge & Skills:

Special Skills:

Strong knowledge and practical expertise in Trade Compliance
Good problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively across the organization throughout all levels both verbally and written.
Demonstrated ability to be organized and adaptable to meet business deadlines in a dynamic environment
Risk Identification

Project coordination.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office products).

Specialized Knowledge:

Bilingual English and Spanish.
Experience with Annex 24 system (I-XPORT, Intrade, Zoe).
Experience with VUCEM
Experience with ERP systems (Oracle and SAP).

U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About the Company

Integer Holdings Corporation

Medical device CDMO for cardiac devices

Integer Holdings Corporation is a large medical device CDMO that serves cardiac rhythm management, neuromodulation, and cardiovascular markets. It designs, develops, and manufactures device components and subassemblies through its brands Greatbatch Medical, Lake Region Medical, and Electrochem. The company differentiates itself by its scale, broad capabilities across multiple medical specialties, established brands, and global manufacturing footprint, enabling reliable supply for device makers. Its goal is to help medical device companies bring safe, effective technologies to market and improve patients’ lives worldwide.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Wilmington, DE
Founded: 1940

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