Claudia H. Suarez

About Claudia H. Suarez

Global Trade, Customs & Transportation Executive - U.S. Licensed Customs BrokerSeasoned professional with over 20 years of leadership in international trade, customs compliance, and transportation across North America, EMEA, APEC. Proven expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, optimizing import operations, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives. Recognized for delivering results in high-stakes audits, cross-border logistics, and global classification standards.Core Competencies- Import/Export Operations & Regulatory Compliance- Global Classification (North America, APEC, EMEA)- U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) Audits CF28 Responses- Tariff Engineering & Duty Optimization- Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Country of Origin (COO) Qualification- Entry Data Analytics & Compliance Reporting- Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Efficiency- C-TPAT & C-TPAT Trade Compliance Programs- Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) & Section 321 Management- Restricted Party Screening (OFAC, SDN, GRPL, ITAR, CSL, DPL, EAR)- Specialized Regulatory Expertise: CITES, Fish & Wildlife, FDA, APHIS, USDA, FTC- Temporary Imports: Carnets, Hand-Carry Clearances- Customs Broker Oversight & Vendor Management- IMMEX Program Administration- Customs Valuation & Transfer Pricing (CA Adjustments)- Product Labeling & Regulatory Review

Experience

1. Trade Operations Manager, Americas

   Mozarc Medical

   Feb 2024 — Present

   Shaped and executed global trade and transportation strategy across U.S, EU, APAC, and LATAM markets. • Led enterprise-wide HS classification strategy for raw materials, samples, and finished medical devices. • Drove strategic design and governance of SAP S4 International Trade capabilities, enhancing compliance and operational performance. • Served as strategic advisor on global tariffs, import regulatory requirements, and cross-functional sourcing decisions.

Education

• Tecnológico de Monterrey

  Exchange Program

• University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Studies

Skills

• Apparel
• International Business
• Sales
• Product Classification & Tariff Engineering
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Spanish
• Export Controls
• Trade Compliance
• Shipping
• Customs Brokerage
• Training
• Logistics
• International Trade
• Management
• Sourcing
• Customs Regulations
• Transportation Management
• C-Tpat
• Export
• Import
• Distribution Center Operations
• Tariffs
• Fish & Wildlife, Cites, Other Oga
• Global Sourcing
• Customs Valuation
• Analysis
• Logistics Management
• Transportation
• Customs Clearance
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supply Chain