Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Maintain Customs and Excise Tax compliance across all Mexico plants (Tultitlán, Arandas, Atotonilco el Alto), including import/export operations, tariff classification, valuation, and origin.

• Implement and perform end-to-end process reviews, identifying non-conforming practices and ensuring compliance in customs procedures such as import, export, customs bonded warehouse, Route to Market initiatives, import duties payments, excise duty calculation, and any other applicable Customs or Excise Tax matters.

• Lead, manage, and respond on time to customs authority requirements, visits, or audits.

• Ensure implementation, documentation, and regular review of the physical and electronic tax stamps applied in all Mexico plants (Tultitlán, Arandas, Atotonilco el Alto). Includes performing process compliance assessments regarding documentation, inventory control, evidence of destruction, and managing the relationship and communication with the Tax Authority (SAT).

• Act as the internal compliance officer for inbound-outbound of raw material, semi-finished, and finished goods, reviewing operational flows, inventory control, and documentation maintenance.

• Bring control and efficiency to customs programs like IMMEX, AEO, and Certification in VAT/IEPS.

• Be recognized as a Subject Matter Expert for Mexico across business stakeholders, monitoring legislation changes, delivering technical training, and leading process improvements in customs procedures.

• Ensure all IT systems used in Mexico are correctly set up for reporting to C&E Authorities and request amendments if needed (DACORE reporting, IPC set-up in Origin, Customs Tariff Classification, ExT rate, etc.).

Experience

• Alcoholic beverage industry with Mexican Customs and Excise Tax (IEPS) law.

• Key customs areas: customs tariff classification, customs valuation, determination of origin (preferential and non-preferential).

• NOM 142, IMMEX Program, Authorized Economic Operator (AEO), Certification VAT and IEPS.

• Government platforms: “Ventanilla Única (VUCEM)”.

• Tax/fiscal warehouse compliance in Mexico.

• Physical and electronic tax stamps regulation.

• Excise Tax and Customs legislation in Mexico.

• Interpretation and application of Free Trade Agreements.

• Local and international transit, export, and import procedures.

• Free Sales Certificate (FSC - CLV).

Academic Requirements

• Education: University degree related to Customs, International Trade, or Administration.

• Work Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience in Customs, Excise Tax, and Trade compliance.

Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify patterns, flag non-compliance practices, and deliver insights.

• Ability to manage and deliver government requirements on time and build strong relationships with customs authorities.

• Process-oriented with the capacity to implement business efficiencies.

• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability and willingness to work in an international environment.

Language Skills

• Native: Spanish

• Intermediate: English

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity. 

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