Trade Operations Southern Border Lead, MedTech

The Trade Operations Southern Border Lead provides hands-on operational ownership and tactical oversight of Southern-border maquila activities and U.S. import/export execution for Johnson & Johnson. Reporting to the Manager, Trade Operations MedTech North America, this role is the company's primary operational representative to U.S. Customs (CBP), FDA (as applicable), customs brokers, carriers, 3PLs, surety providers, maquila partners and other governmental authorities.

What You Will Do

Oversee day-to-day maquila operational workflows (inbound raw materials, temporary import regimes, outgoing finished goods), with focus in US Customs, to support accurate IOR/EOR filings. Ensure accuracy of HTS classifications, valuations, country of origin, marking, and duty treatment for IOR / EOR in US territory.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Proven ability to manage complex operational issues, lead cross-functional projects, and influence stakeholders without direct authority. Strong knowledge of HTS classification, valuation, country-of-origin rules, duty regimes, USMCA, ACE/AES filing processes, and broker interactions.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, Law, or related field (or equivalent experience) required.
• Fluent Spanish / English required.
• Licensed Customs Broker and/or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.
• 6–10 years of progressive experience in customs, trade compliance, or cross-border operations; specific experience with maquiladora/IMMEX, or equivalent programs, strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period 10 days
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year