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This role is essential for ensuring compliance with U.S. import laws, directing CBP interactions, and leading UFLPA due diligence and response efforts across complex global supply chains. You'll be at the forefront of import compliance strategy, risk mitigation, and enforcement action readiness-working with cross‑functional teams, customs authorities, and external partners to safeguard compliant trade operations.

<div>Our client, a global manufacturer in the Belding MI area, is seeking a seasoned <strong>Trade Compliance Manager</strong>. This person should have deep expertise in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and the <strong>Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)</strong>. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with U.S. import laws, directing CBP interactions, and leading UFLPA due diligence and response efforts across complex global supply chains.</div><div>You'll be at the forefront of import compliance strategy, risk mitigation, and enforcement action readiness-working with cross‑functional teams, customs authorities, and external partners to safeguard compliant trade operations.</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>*Relocation assistance is available for out-of-area candidates</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></div><ul><li>Oversee compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection import regulations, including classification, valuation, country of origin, and recordkeeping.</li><li>Lead the company's UFLPA compliance program, driving supplier due diligence, risk assessments, and traceability mapping.</li><li>Prepare, review, and submit UFLPA rebuttal packages and supporting evidence to CBP.</li><li>Respond to CBP audits, inquiries, detentions, and Withhold Release Orders (WROs) in partnership with legal and operations teams.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for CBP, outside counsel, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Monitor and interpret changes in customs law, forced labor enforcement, and trade regulations.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and train teams on internal policies and procedures related to CBP and UFLPA compliance.</li><li>Conduct internal audits and gap assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks.</li><li>Support supplier onboarding and ongoing monitoring relative to forced labor and import compliance.</li><li>Deliver guidance and training to sourcing, logistics, legal, procurement, and other cross‑functional teams.</li></ul><div><br/></div><div><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Law, or related field.</li><li>8+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs compliance, or import operations.</li><li>Direct hands‑on experience managing CBP matters including audits, detentions, or enforcement actions.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of UFLPA, forced labor regulations, and WRO processes.</li><li>Familiarity with bonded warehousing or customs brokerage experience.</li><li>Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.</li><li>Proven success resolving CBP detentions and exclusions.</li><li>Understanding of supply chain traceability expectations.</li></ul><div><br/></div><div><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>Former experience with CBP, DHS, or other trade enforcement agency.</li><li>Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or professional trade compliance certification.</li><li>Experience in industries with elevated UFLPA risk</li><li>Experience managing third‑party audits and supplier risk programs.</li><li>Experience with CBP systems and import compliance software.</li><li>Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.</li></ul><div><br/></div><div><strong>Titles Encouraged to Apply</strong></div><ul><li>Import Compliance Specialist</li><li>CBP Compliance Lead</li><li>Global Trade Manager</li><li>Customs Compliance Analyst</li><li>Supply Chain Trade Risk Manager</li><li>UFLPA Compliance Lead</li></ul><br/><br/>

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iMPact Business Group, Inc.

Trade Compliance Manager

Analysis Skills

Auditing

Brokerage

Business Law

Communication Skills

Documentation

Due Diligence

Homeland Security

Import/Export Compliance

Internal Audit

Legal

Logistics

Maintain Compliance

Mandarin Chinese Language

Onboarding

Purchasing/Procurement

Regulations

Risk

Risk Analysis

Risk Management

Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management

Traceability

Training/Teaching

United States Customs

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Warehousing

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They contribute to operational planning and fulfillment accuracy by identifying the right Craftworkers for each assignment, supporting them throughout the job lifecycle, and, when needed, providing inside sales and client-facing support. They use data-driven processes to guide decision-making, follow all established procedures, deliver exceptional candidate experiences, and maintain a professional, consultative approach with both Craftworkers and clients.

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<p style="margin:0px"><strong>Candidate MUST be able to go into the office Monday-Friday full time- NO remote or hybrid options</strong></p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><strong><u>Statement of Purpose</u></strong></p><p style="margin:0px">Skilled Trades Recruiters (internally PCs) manage a high-volume, full-cycle recruiting process to ensure a consistent pipeline of qualified Craftworkers. They assess hiring needs, determine when new recruits are required, and partner with the Sales Team to maintain both an external candidate pipeline and a strong internal bench. PCs leverage available sourcing tools to identify, engage, and qualify craft professionals at the speed and volume needed to meet local market demand.</p><p style="margin:0px">PCs act as a shared company resource, filling priority orders by matching Craftworkers with proven safety and skill records to client needs across their assigned market and beyond. They use data-driven processes to guide decision-making, follow all established procedures, deliver exceptional candidate experiences, and maintain a professional, consultative approach with both Craftworkers and clients.</p><p style="margin:0px">PCs also play a key role in Craftworker retention by building strong relationships, understanding availability, and ensuring clear communication with the Sales team. They contribute to operational planning and fulfillment accuracy by identifying the right Craftworkers for each assignment, supporting them throughout the job lifecycle, and, when needed, providing inside sales and client-facing support.</p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><strong><u>Duties/ Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Safety & Compliance</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring all Craftworkers meet minimum safety qualifications and by maintaining accurate safety and training records.</li><li>Conduct compliant interviews following all required protocols and ensure only qualified, safety-minded Craftworkers are selected and dispatched.</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Recruiting & Order Fulfillment</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Fill orders by recruiting and selecting the best internal and external candidates who match required skills and have proven safety histories.</li><li>Use full-cycle recruiting strategies—including campaigns, pipeline building, and re-engagement—to source and prioritize qualified Craftworkers.</li><li>Conduct effective virtual and in-person hiring evaluations using standardized assessments.</li><li>Maintain accurate Craftworker records and lead lists to ensure visibility into skillsets, interests, and availability.</li><li>Drive Craftworker retention through ongoing engagement and effective utilization strategies.</li><li>Partner closely with the Area Operations Manager to ensure recruiting process excellence, compliance, and a strategic approach to successful order fulfillment.</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Project Coordination & Collaboration</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Coordinate project fulfillment by monitoring project timelines, client needs, and opportunities to expand services.</li><li>Lead strategic operations discussions with sales to match Craftworker availability with order demand and identify opportunities to upsell or utilize existing resources.</li><li>Provide timely updates on project end-dates and Craftworker availability to support proactive sales and fulfillment planning.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate closely with the Sales Team to maintain visibility into upcoming project requirements and available employee resources.</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong><u>Qualifications/ Requirements </u></strong></p><p style="margin-left:0.25in"><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Previous recruiting experience required; experience in staffing, HR, or customer/client relations preferred.</li><li>Construction industry knowledge a plus, but not required.</li><li>Microsoft Office proficiency required; iCIMS experience preferred.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required. </li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required.</li></ul><p style="margin-left:0.25in"><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong relationship-building skills; credible, trustworthy, and able to engage with diverse audiences.</li><li>Highly organized with strong prioritization and multi-tasking abilities.</li><li>Detail-oriented and consistently able to perform to metrics and results expectations.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use data to guide decisions and influence outcomes.</li><li>Creative problem-solver with the ability to think outside the box and overcome challenges.</li><li>Quick learner who adapts easily to new processes, systems, and evolving business needs.</li><li>Passionate about delivering exceptional client and candidate experiences.</li></ul><ul><li>Regular and predictable attendance required.</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px">Total Rewards include competitive pay with quarterly bonus potential. Benefits include company matched 401(k), PTO and paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, and voluntary supplemental life insurance.</p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><em>EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability</em></p><p style="margin-left:0.25in"><strong> </strong></p><p style="margin:0px"><strong> </strong></p><p style="margin:0px"> </p>

Recruiter Name:
Cara Twigger

Location:
US-MI-GRAND RAPIDS

<p> Tradesmen International, North America's elite skilled workforce, is seeking experienced craftsmen to join our team. We are recognized as a leading source for reliable, skilled craftsmen with thousands of employees across the continent who are working on projects ranging from office towers and power plants to national monuments, sports complexes and multi-family structures. With more than 5,000 active clients, we have plenty of great opportunities for proven trade professionals who want to be the best in their field. We offer consistent work, top pay, benefits, service awards and OSHA safety training. If you have at least 3 years of experience in your trade, this is your chance to positively advance your career! </p>

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