Shipping and Customs Specialist, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
Mexico, Ciudad de México

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Specialist in shipping and customs team contributing to customer perceived availability by securing timely import and shipping of goods at lowest possible cost, ensuring compliance with all regulations connected to import, export and shipping of goods.

Job Responsibility:

Secure timely import and shipping of goods at the lowest possible cost
Ensure IKEA MX complies with all regulations connected to import, export and shipping of goods
Deliver best possible goods availability through accurate, efficient and cost effective import/shipping processes
Ensure all imported goods have right documentation, tariff classification, are declared correctly and promptly paid
Maximize cost savings available through Free Trade Agreements
Work with relevant government agencies and local authorities to secure 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
Work in compliance with IKEA Code of Conduct, internal regulations and local legislation

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
Knowledge of the eight IKEA Key Values

Nice to have:

Passion for developing people and talent
Passion for logistics and working in a fast paced, constantly changing retail environment
Driven to achieve goals through people
Able to contribute to improving our everyday work with ideas and improvements
Enjoy working as part of a team and together work towards common goals

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 13, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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