Trade Compliance Officer- CBP & UFLPA

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Manager with strong expertise in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with U.S. import laws, managing CBP engagements, and leading forced labor due diligence and enforcement response efforts across the supply chain.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with CBP operations, import compliance programs, and UFLPA enforcement actions, including detentions and rebuttal submissions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage and oversee compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) import regulations, including classification, valuation, country of origin, and recordkeeping

Lead the company’s UFLPA compliance program, including risk assessments, supplier due diligence, and supply-chain traceability

Prepare, review, and submit UFLPA rebuttal packages and supporting documentation to CBP

Respond to CBP inquiries, audits, detentions, and Withhold Release Orders (WROs)

Serve as the primary point of contact for CBP, outside counsel, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders

Monitor and interpret changes in customs, forced labor, and trade enforcement regulations

Develop and maintain internal policies, procedures, and training related to CBP and UFLPA compliance

Conduct internal audits and gap assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks

Support supplier onboarding and ongoing monitoring related to forced labor and import compliance

Provide guidance and training to cross-functional teams including sourcing, logistics, legal, and procurement

Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in international Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Law, or a related field

8+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs compliance, or import operations (Masters preferred)

Direct experience working with CBP matters, including audits, detentions, or enforcement actions

knowledge of Bonded warehousing or actual customs broker experience

Demonstrated knowledge of UFLPA, forced labor regulations, and WRO processes

Strong understanding of global supply chains and traceability requirements

Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills

• Technical Expertise: Proven track record of successfully resolving CBP detentions and exclusions.

Language: Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Former CBP, DHS, or other trade enforcement agency experience

Experience in industries with elevated UFLPA risk (e.g., apparel, footwear, electronics, solar, manufacturing)

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or professional trade compliance certification

Experience managing third-party audits and supplier verification programs

Familiarity with CBP systems and import compliance software

Organizational Culture

Work safely and follow rules and guidelines for safe work

Reporting to work on time and with a positive attitude

Responsible for staying focused on tasks at hand

Being responsible for work performance and completing tasks throughout the day

Maintains a good working relationship with co-workers

Support a positive and steady workflow through the company

Works with a sense of urgency when needed

Support, coach or mentor co-workers when needed

Positively support change throughout the company

Physical Work Conditions

Must be able to work in a hot environment.

Must be able to lift varying weights

Must be able to push or pull carts of wheels.

Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day.

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when required.