Shipping and Customs Specialist, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
Mexico, Ciudad de México

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Specialist in the shipping and customs team contributing to the best possible customer perceived availability by securing the timely import and shipping of goods at the lowest possible cost. Support that IKEA MX complies with all regulations connected to the import, export and shipping of goods.

Job Responsibility:

Deliver the best possible goods availability for customers through accurate, efficient and cost effective import/shipping processes
Ensure all imported goods have the right documentation, tariff classification, are declared correctly and promptly paid
Ensure all import and export shipments are custom cleared within free given time by the port authority
Maximize cost savings available through Free Trade Agreements (FTA)
Work with relevant government agencies and local authorities to secure the most timely and cost effective import conditions
Support performance evaluation of appointed carriers and service providers
Contribute to country business plan process
Support with shipping and customs expertise to business expansion projects, product requirements and compliance issues

Requirements:

Knowledge of customs regulation for both import and export and duty classification including all import certifications
Knowledge of local customs and other government agencies involved in regulation and import/export of goods
Knowledge of routines, documentation and stakeholders involved in the shipping of goods
Knowledge of planning, priority setting, analytical skills, problem solving and cost-effective commercial performance
Thorough understanding on Trade privileges
Knowledge of marine and domestic transport insurance claim and understand how's the process of claim and compensation
Excellent skills in retail and/or logistics processes, tools and working methods
Good understanding of the IKEA Code of Conduct, regulations and legislation relating to health, safety and security
Knowledge of the IKEA Concept description, including the IKEA vision and business idea, and IKEA culture and values

Nice to have:

Flexible approach to daily tasks
Good personal discipline and commitment to delivering according to expectations
Good attention to detail
Analytical and organized
Confident in approaching and talking to people
Ability to learn new things quickly
Capable of working independently and contribute as part of a team

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 19, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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