Import/Export Specialist Job Details

At Gentherm, we say, “It’s about the person.” We’re with you on a cold winter day when you turn on your heated seat and steering wheel or helping manage patient body temperature in the operating room, recovering room or intensive care units. We take a human approach with everything we do.

As the global market leader of innovative thermal management and pneumatic comfort technologies for the automotive industry we embrace the opportunity to create and deliver extraordinary solutions that make meaningful differences in everyday life. We do this by improving health, wellness, comfort and energy efficiency.

We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and combine that with our global leadership to deliver results. Working at Gentherm provides you the opportunity to not only shape the future of the automotive and medical industries, but also influence your career throughout the company. You will be engaged, challenged and inspired by our team to deliver leading thermal technologies that positively impact lives around the world.

IMPORT AND EXPORT SPECIALIST

IMPACT & OPPORTUNITY

Responsible for overseeing all logistics related to Import & Export operations, ensuring on-time and accurate deliveries to customers. Acts as the main contact for customs agents and guarantees compliance and accuracy in all documentation and processes involved in the international logistics flow.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare invoices for import and export transactions.
Generate customs pre-alerts (previos) for import processes.
Coordinate vehicle dispatch for border crossings and domestic deliveries.
Generate shipping documentation such as "Carta Porte."
Prepare documents for virtual operations closure.
Organize shipping documents for ocean, air, and ground transportation.
Communicate with customs brokers to follow up on import/export processes.
Act as the main point of contact with customs brokers.
Track and follow up with logistics carriers.
Ensure proper clearance of INBOND merchandise at the border.
Prevent accumulation of inventory at customs warehouse.
Handle parcel shipments (UPS, FedEx, etc.).
Prepare documents for importing fixed assets.
Follow up on merchandise arriving via airport or seaport (e.g., Manzanillo).
Ensure proper clearance of parcel guides upon arrival at the plant.
Monthly INEGI reporting.
Report on expedited freight.
Approve import/export customs entries (pedimentos).
Support transportation sourcing for material collection or delivery.
Create purchase orders for logistics suppliers.
Participate in cross-training activities assigned by the supervisor.
Assist in physical inventory processes as required.
Draft and/or update manuals related to job responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in International Trade or related field.
Strong knowledge of Customs Law.
Minimum of 2 years of prior experience in Import/Export operations.
Materials handling and management.
Familiarity with Anexo 24 systems.
Experience managing customs brokers and traffic coordination.
Experience in team supervision.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Results-driven, collaborative, and clear communicator.
Advanced Excel proficiency.
Bilingual: Spanish and English (90%).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in customs border crossings.
Knowledge of customs duties and tariffs payment processes.

Gentherm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Req ID: 9654

Country/Region: MX

Published: May 22, 2025