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The Head of Trade & Customs Compliance is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the movement of goods across international borders. You will design, implement, and lead a world-class trade compliance program that ensures our manufacturing operations remain seamless, legal, and cost-effective. As a strategic advisor to the executive team, you will navigate the complexities of global trade regulations (EAR, CTPAT, OFAC, Customs) while mitigating risks associated with our global supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global trade compliance strategy that aligns with the company's manufacturing and expansion goals.
• Ensure total compliance with international regulations, including Import/Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and local Customs laws in all operating regions.
• Oversee the accurate assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes, Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN), and country-of-origin determinations.
• Lead internal audits and risk assessments. Manage disclosures, protests, and government inquiries/audits from agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Duty Drawback programs, and Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs).
• Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for shipping, documentation, and record-keeping across all global sites.
• Partner and work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Legal, Logistics, and Purchasing to ensure trade considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle and sourcing decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Law, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s or JD preferred).
• 15+ years in global trade compliance, specifically within the manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience managing and leading teams.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer (CUSICO).
• Proficiency with Global Trade Management (GTM) software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Deep knowledge of sanctions screening and forced labor prevention (UFLPA).
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR, CTPAT and global ESG/Sourcing transparency mandates.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both English and Korean.
• Ability to interpret complex legal language and apply it to operational workflows.
• Proven track record of building a culture of compliance across diverse, global teams.
• Ability to pivot quickly in response to shifting geopolitical landscapes and trade wars.

Global Trade & Duty Drawback Specialist

Onsite: Passaic County, NJ

Position Summary

The Global Trade & Duty Drawback Specialist will be responsible for coordinating, maintaining, and executing a compliant duty drawback program while maximizing duty recovery opportunities. This role will oversee the collection and analysis of import/export documentation, manage drawback claims, and ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.

The position will also play a key role in identifying potential tariff reimbursement opportunities, including those resulting from recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions and regulatory developments, ensuring the company captures all eligible duty recovery opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Duty Drawback Program Management

• Coordinate, maintain, and execute a compliant duty drawback program, including data and document collection (import, export, receiving, manufacturing, etc.) and auditing prior to claim submissions.
• Prepare and file drawback submissions and ensure timely submission of claims with appropriate documentation.
• Direct and manage the workload of the duty drawback broker, ensuring accurate and complete data is provided.
• Review company import/export activity to maximize duty recovery opportunities.
• Monitor drawback bond sufficiency and work with Customs Regulatory teams to make adjustments as required.
• Manage and document drawback refunds, ensuring accurate allocation to business units and reporting to Finance.

Trade Compliance & Tariff Strategy

• Identify opportunities for tariff reimbursement or duty recovery, including those related to recent legal and regulatory developments affecting tariffs.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory updates, court rulings, and federal policy changes impacting global trade and duty drawback programs.
• Evaluate the potential impact of South American duty structures and trade regulations on company import/export operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Drive process improvements in collaboration with Manufacturing, Accounting, and Finance to maximize refund recovery per manufactured unit.
• Coordinate with business units, Customs Regulatory teams, and duty drawback brokers regarding drawback desk reviews and regulatory inquiries (CF28s).
• Conduct feasibility analyses to determine eligibility for Duty Drawback and Foreign Trade Zones.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain and update Drawback Manufacturing Rulings, and prepare submissions for new activities when required.
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, templates, and documentation related to duty drawback processes.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on duty drawback strategies, compliance requirements, and recovery opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing U.S. Customs Duty Drawback programs.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) required.
• Strong knowledge of CFR Titles 15 and 19, including in-depth understanding of Duty Drawback regulations.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and filing drawback submissions and regulatory documentation with U.S. Customs.
• Working knowledge of international trade regulations and duties within South American markets, including import/export considerations across the region.
• Ability to identify compliance issues and propose corrective actions and process improvements.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Global Trade Management software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio) with strong analytical capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, sales, logistics, order management, and engineering across multiple time zones.

Trade Operations Specialist - Boston, MA

We are seeking candidates for a Trade Operations Specialist position with a leading financial services firm based in Boston, MA. This role will be responsible for ensuring that all trade entries into the accounting system are processed accurately and in a timely manner, while also supporting day-to-day securities processing and operational activities across the firm’s business lines.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of operations experience within the financial services industry, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage processes in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 6+month contract-to-hire position that will pay $25-28/hour within a 40-hour workweek. This position is required to be onsite 3 days per week in their Boston office and 2 days per week remote. 

Responsibilities:

• Executing operational controls, supporting team members, accounting for trade activity, resolving trade-related issues, ensuring accurate and timely cash management, and coordinating with both internal and external clients, including support for 529 plan administration.

• Ensures all trades straight through processed and those requiring manual intervention are properly accounted for in the accounting system.

• Reconciles trades entered into order management systems to trades received by trade processing system.

• Reviews trade issues reports to ensure trade price deviations are researched and resolved with appropriate parties.

• Manages trading of daily cash flows with investment companies including trade confirmation oversight.

• Coordinates raising cash activities for fund portfolios for expense payments such as management fees.

• Coordinates reallocation events ensuring portfolios meet specified target allocations.

• Utilizes various resources to provide cash projections to clients and customers.

• Ensures systemic feeds and manuals adjustments are accounted for accurately to ensure timely cash projections reporting. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field required.

• 1+ years of experience in investment operations, securities processing, fund accounting, or trade operations preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in high-volume transaction environments.

• Ability to investigate and resolve trade discrepancies and operational issues.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Proficiency with financial systems, order management systems, and Microsoft Excel.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Lydia at

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About IMI

Established in 1987, International Materials (IMI) is one of the world’s leading privately owned bulk raw materials trading companies, serving global customers across cement, construction, steel, and related industries. From sourcing materials to chartering vessels and delivering products directly to customers, IMI manages every step with precision, reliability, and a strong service-driven culture. With more than 170 employees across 11 international offices, long-term supplier partnerships, and an integrated global presence, we have built a reputation for technical expertise, personalized customer service, and the ability to support partners through complex supply chains.

This role supports the Trading team by accurately entering and managing trade transactions, coordinating information across Operations, Contracts, Finance, and Legal, and assisting with key commercial documents. You will help review contracts, support customer service needs, conduct basic market research, follow up on payments, and ensure deals are aligned and properly reflected in the ERP system—contributing to smooth execution and reliable reporting across the trade lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between the Trading team and internal departments including Operations, Contracts, Finance, and Legal.
• Accurately capture trade transactions (both purchases and sales) in the ERP system, ensuring alignment with negotiated commercial terms.
• Create and manage purchase and sales orders, maintaining consistency with contract terms and company policies.
• Assist Traders in preparing commercial documents such as client offers, freight quote requests, lot sheets, and budgets.
• Manage the end-to-end deal entry process in the ERP, ensuring correct matching of purchases, sales, freight, and budget allocations.
• Collaborate with Traders and the Contracts Desk to draft and review customer sales and supply agreements.
• Partner with the Legal department to support risk management by reviewing trade contracts, identifying discrepancies, and mitigating potential exposures.
• Provide timely and accurate trade information to the Operations team.
• Coordinate with international Operations teams on matters such as inventory management, quality specifications, cash flow planning, shipment scheduling, vessel nominations, and contract alignment.
• Conduct market research on clients, commodities, supply sources, and industry trends to support trading strategies.
• Work with the Finance department and Traders to manage customer collections and monitor payment statuses.
• Support the financial and operational reconciliation of quarterly trade results, ensuring ERP data reflects actual trade performance.
• Assist Traders with customer service and post-sale support to maintain strong client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, logistics, or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• Knowledge of trade and/or logistics preferred.
• Resourceful, organized, and strong attention to detail.
• Able to multi-task and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

It is International Materials’ policy to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on any non-merit factor in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Karoun Dairies, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Trade Marketing Manager , based in San Fernando, California.

The Trade Marketing Manager is responsible to Lead B2B and B2C Retail Marketing initiatives in close collaboration with Sales and Marketing teams to enhance brand visibility, drive product performance, and ensure strategic execution at the point of sale.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

Pillars To Success:

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Develop and implement trade marketing plans aligned with brand and commercial objectives.
• Manage the full cycle: planning, budgeting, execution, and performance tracking.
• Retail Program Management
• Coordinate demos, discounts, campaigns, schematics, and public events.
• Ensure consistent and high-quality execution across retail channels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to align trade strategies with business goals.
• Serve as the link between field execution and brand strategy.
• Store Visits & Market Insights
• Conduct weekly store visits to:
• Monitor pricing, out-of-stocks (OOS), inventory, product placement, and presentation.
• Benchmark against competitors and identify emerging trends or new product launches.
• Share actionable insights with internal teams.
• Performance Analysis
• Track and report KPIs for all trade initiatives.
• Leverage data to refine strategies and improve ROI.
• Assist in preparing, planning, and actively managing an annual trade marketing budget
• Help execute retailer-specific digital marketing campaigns including banner ads, social media, brand pages etc.
• Planning and execution, including promotional, digital, and in-store shopper marketing activation, and E-commerce programs for our Karoun brand(s).
• Develop Shopper Point of Sale material & own inventory tracking.
• Execute digital coupons, analyze results, and present them to the Sales and Marketing Teams.
• Develop sell sheets and communicate with the appropriate stakeholders.
• Manage the calendar of all shopper Marketing and E-Commerce activities.
• Help analyze campaigns by working with Lactalis Category Management team in pulling syndicated data such as IRI.
• Gather creative assets from the Marketing Teams for relevant campaigns and coordinate with vendors.
• Help analyze E-Commerce activations by pulling reports and interpreting results.
• Help develop and publish A+ product content for E-Commerce uses in collaboration with vendors and Marketing.
• Pricing and Competitive Analysis by checking stores for all classes of trade on a regular basis and reporting to team.
• Manage Customer Portals/Digital Deals, responsible for monitoring our online presence through customer portals.
• Work closely with our Marketing Manager to plan demo activity for our items.
• Work with Head of Marketing, marketing team, and sales in planning customer specific trade and marketing promotional calendars.
• Maintenance of Current Programs for All Customers, including promotional and new item contracts.
• Assist in preparation of food shows and attend events as needed.
• Responsible for managing the entire sample request proces.
• Attend select virtual and in-person calls with customers, including customer buying and marketing team.
• Developing and executing the Trade Marketing Plan in line with sales and marketing objectives.
• Improving brand presence and campaign execution across trade through excellence in in-store planning, execution, and tracking in alignment with the monthly, quarterly, and/or annual marketing priorities.
• Leading and implementing channel-specific marketing strategies and plans for assigned retailers or consumers..
• Conceptualizing and executing trade promotions and rolling out impactful in-store campaigns in collaboration with marketing and sales teams.
• Leading activation programs with partners to improve brand visibility.
• Analyzing the points of sales regularly to ensure that the brand is visible, and also confirm guidelines are respected..
• Update the competitor database by documenting new competitors, new products or developments, product prices, location, and customer feedback on competitors' products.
• Generate social media campaigns and activities to further increase brand awareness and exposure in liaison with marketing team.
• Identify marketing and PR opportunities as well as networking events.
• Organize and execute promotions including store, supermarket promotions and samplings.
• Report and evaluate the effectiveness of all marketing activities.
• Report on trade presence

This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Desired attributes

• Proven experience in B2B and B2C retail environments, preferably in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)-ideally dairy.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple initiatives.
• Field-oriented mindset with hands-on experience in store-level execution.
• Analytical and data-driven, with a focus on KPI tracking and actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments.
• Proficient in budget planning and resource allocation.
• Highly proactive, detail-oriented, and results-focused.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Expert in internal and external relationship building and management
• Organization, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize and manage diverse activities simultaneously.
• Dynamic, problem-solver with an Innovative and creative mindset.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Attention to detail and quality control.
• Passionate about delivering optimal results
• Always maintains effective working relationship despite any difficulties caused by conflicting roles or differing viewpoints.
• Will resolve differences of opinion by seeking mutually acceptable solutions.
• Contributes to a supportive team environment by providing support and back up to team members and sharing expertise with others.
• Seeks feedback from other team members.
• Is highly motivated and energetic and has "can do" attitude.
• Is able to work in teams from across the organization, not just within their area of specialty
• Statistical aptitude and/or database knowledge
• Willingness to continue developing and growing in the marketing field and responsibilities
• Highly organized with experience managing multiple projects and priorities while managing workflow in a deadline-driven and service-focused environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to maintain strong professional relationships with a diverse range of groups, and associates in different locations.
• Knowledge of syndicated data such as IRI a plus.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Some practical experience through prior internships or professional experiences in E-Commerce and/or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) preferred.
• Knowledge of syndication channels and content service providers (moved from Education)

Requirements

Education and Specific Experience Requirements

• BA in Marketing, Business, or related field or equivalent discipline preferred
• A minimum of Five years' experience in trade marketing, brand marketing, or marketing management (experience in the food industry would be an asset)
• Experience managing a brand across multiple markets.
• Experience in management and execution of budgets
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements
• You have prior experience in Trade Marketing.* Understanding of grocery purchasing behavior and the Consumer-Packaged Goods marketplace.
• 1-2 years of retail, sales, event or trade marketing experience, e-commerce preferred.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be self-motivated, organized and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• A curious self-starter, able to work independently without excessive oversight
• An effective multi-tasker that can set priorities and schedule work activities
• Ability to effectively present information to management.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to present, converse and report professionally to Lactalis Leadership.
• Teamwork, good communication skills to work closely across departments.
• Should possess strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-changing environment.
• Highly motivated, dynamic, efficient, and fast learning
• Positive attitude, flexibility and a strong work ethic are critical to thriving in this position.
• You have strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• You have strong analytical skills and are comfortable dealing with numerical data.
• You thrive in matrix environments and are adept at influencing and coordinating with different stakeholders.

Other

- Ability to travel as needed domestically, approx.. 85% of the time. Overnight as needed.

- Marketing position does require driving to attend brand exposure opportunities, retail stores, meetings, events, shows, broker business relation matters, business/product related prospects

This is an on-site position.

Full-Time

Overtime/weekends

Eligibility to participate in Incentive Plan.

Physical Demands

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job.

Office: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard.? This is largely a sedentary role sitting at a computer for an extended period;? However, this would require the ability to move around within an office environment and bend or stand as necessary and to?move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.?Regularly communicates with others both verbally and in writing to convey information.?? Air travel required when active participation in meetings outside the office are deemed necessary.?

Work Environment

The Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the Essential Functions and Responsibilities of this job.

Office: This job operates in a professional office environment with moderate noise and distractions in an open office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and fax machines.? This job requires interaction with others on a regularly basis.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.

Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.

We are seeking a International Trade Compliance Specialist for First Quality Consumer Products located in McElhattan, PA.

This position will ensure that the company’s import and export activities comply with all applicable U.S. and international trade laws including, EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and partner government agency requirements. Responsible for managing all aspects of global logistics, customs compliance, documentation, financial impacts, and risks for raw materials, machinery, components, and finished goods. This role is crucial for ensuring timely delivery, minimizing delays, and maintaining compliance with global trade regulations.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Manage the import and export process of raw materials, machinery, parts, and finished goods aligned with production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all international trade regulations, U.S. and foreign customs laws, and manufacturing-specific import/export requirements.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain shipping and customs documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
• Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL partners to coordinate timely and cost-effective global shipments.
• Collaborate with internal teams—procurement, production, quality, warehousing, legal, and product development to assess trade compliance implications of new products or markets —to align logistics with supply chain needs.
• Track shipments in real time and proactively resolve any issues with customs clearance or logistics delays.
• Optimize logistics operations and reduce transportation costs through vendor negotiation and process improvements.
• Develop strategic international strategies to deliver the lowest cost options while limiting risk of finished goods sales as well as raw materials and machinery procurement.
• Maintain records in accordance with company policy and support internal and government audits as needed.
• Stay informed of changes in tariffs, sanctions, and other trade compliance requirements.
• Obtain and manage import/export licenses, certificates, and permits (including, but not limited to, customs bonds and powers of attorney) as required.
• Manage international partner relationships and well as implement a network of partners that supports all First Quality requirements
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on international trade compliance policies and procedures
• Assist with internal audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions to mitigate compliance risks.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in import/export operations, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Incoterms, HTS classification, and global trade regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, or equivalent.
• Experience with customs documentation, shipping procedures, and international logistics.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Skills/competencies requirements:

• Licensed Customer Broker, required
• Certified Internal Trade Professional, preferred
• Certified Export Specialist (CES), preferred

** Travel to plants expected with a target of 20% or less**

What We Offer You

We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (three-week minimum)
• Medical, dental and vision starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
• Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
• ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

For immediate consideration, please go to the Careers section at to complete our online application.

Vice President – Customs & Trade Compliance (U.S. Customs Broker)

Gulf Coast | Offshore Energy & Marine Logistics

Gulf Marine Contractors

Gulf Marine Contractors is seeking an experienced U.S. Licensed Customs Broker to lead our Customs & Trade Compliance function supporting offshore energy, vessel operations, and specialized marine logistics throughout the Gulf Coast.

This leadership role will serve as the company's senior authority on U.S. Customs regulations, Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) compliance, and offshore customs operations, ensuring efficient and fully compliant customs activity for offshore construction, drilling, subsea equipment movements, vessel operations, and international logistics.

The Vice President will play a key role in building scalable compliance systems, strengthening regulatory controls, and supporting complex offshore projects across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead Gulf Marine Contractors' customs brokerage and trade compliance strategy
• Serve as the organization's senior authority on CBP regulations and offshore customs matters
• Develop scalable systems, controls, and procedures supporting offshore energy and marine operations

Customs Brokerage & Offshore Operations

• Oversee customs entries, filings, in-bonds, and temporary imports
• Manage OCS-related customs matters tied to offshore construction, drilling, and subsea equipment
• Ensure compliant handling of time-sensitive offshore equipment and materials
• Support vessel operations and specialized marine logistics movements

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain full compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations
• Supervise customs operations conducted under the company's broker license
• Implement internal controls, auditing processes, and documentation standards
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting offshore energy and marine logistics

Agency & Stakeholder Relations

• Serve as primary liaison with CBP officers, ports, terminals, and regulatory agencies
• Advise internal teams and clients on customs strategy, compliance risks, and regulatory changes
• Collaborate with operations, vessel agency, port husbandry, and offshore logistics teams

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. Customs Broker License
• Experience supporting Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) customs operations
• Strong knowledge of CBP regulations, vessel filings, temporary imports, and offshore customs frameworks
• Experience working with ports, terminals, and offshore logistics environments
• Proven leadership experience in customs brokerage or trade compliance
• Ability to operate in fast-paced operational environments supporting offshore projects

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in offshore energy services, marine logistics, or vessel operations
• Experience supporting offshore drilling, subsea, or construction projects
• Experience with regulatory audits and compliance program development
• Experience building compliance processes within growing organizations

Why Join Gulf Marine Contractors

• Growing company in offshore energy and marine services
• Opportunity to lead and shape a company-wide customs and trade compliance function
• Exposure to complex offshore construction and energy projects
• Collaborative team environment with strong operational leadership

Apply

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for a confidential conversation.

Gulf Marine Contractors is committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance, safety, and operational excellence in offshore energy logistics.

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Triangle Associates, Inc is looking for an experienced General Trades Project Manager/Estimator to lead our self-performed trades work across Northern Michigan from our Traverse City, Michigan office

If you have a strong background in estimating, field leadership, and managing commercial trades work — and you take pride in delivering safe, profitable, high-quality projects — we want to connect.

You’ll lead the estimating, planning, execution, and financial performance of self-performed scopes including:

• Rough & finish carpentry
• Doors, frames & hardware
• Division 10 specialties
• Selective demolition
• Additional assigned general trades work

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Perform takeoffs and develop labor production rates
• Solicit and evaluate vendor pricing
• Identify risks and constructability issues
• Prepare proposals, scope letters, and clarifications
• Lead estimate-to-field turnover

Project Management

• Develop labor plans and production schedules
• Manage field crews and foremen
• Track productivity and job costs
• Manage change orders and financial forecasting
• Lead project closeout and final cost reconciliation

You’ll work closely with operations leadership, field teams, accounting, and client project managers to ensure strong performance across safety, quality, and profitability.

• 5–15+ years in commercial self-performed trades
• Strong estimating and project management experience
• Proven ability to lead field labor
• Knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and change management
• Proficiency in Excel, Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools
• MIOSHA 30 and CPR/First Aid (preferred)

At Triangle Associates, our core values guide everything we do:

Safety. Professionalism. Trust. Accountability. Teamwork.

If you’re ready to take ownership of your projects, lead from the front, and drive strong financial performance while maintaining high safety and quality standards — we’d love to hear from you.

Check us out at for more information!

Reporting to the VP, Brand Integrity, Ethics and Investigations, the Senior Counsel, International Trade Compliance is an experienced compliance lawyer responsible for advancing and managing the Company’s economic sanctions, customs, and export controls compliance programs and enabling compliance with ever-changing and complex global requirements. Such individual is responsible for continually assessing the Company’s sanctions and export compliance risk and in conjunction with other key stakeholders updating, designing and implementing appropriate controls to mitigate such risks.

The individual will have extensive interaction with other members of the Legal Team, the Senior Leadership Team, business teams, as well as with numerous other internal organizations.

Responsibilities

The Senior Counsel, International Trade Compliance is responsible for serving as the internal subject matter expert on applicable global laws and regulations pertaining to economic sanctions, customs and export controls and their impact on the Company’s business (e.g., OFAC, ITAR, and EAR). Such individual is also responsible for developing, enhancing, and implementing the Company’s international trade and export compliance programs and associated procedures to enable compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Such duties will include the following:

• Identify and manage sanctions, customs, and export control compliance issues, escalate and remediate as appropriate;
• Advise the business on sanctions, customs, and export controls compliance, risks, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct sanctions, customs, and export compliance risk assessments and recommend changes to applicable policies and procedures;
• Lead trade and export compliance investigations and manage submissions and disclosures to governmental entities as required;
• Provide oversight to business units highly dependent upon trade, customs or export compliance programs (e.g., ITAR);
• Develop appropriate sanctions, trade and export compliance training for relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor proposed sanctions and export compliance laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements; and,
• Implement robust compliance tools (including policies, procedures, manuals and as appropriate IT solutions), to enhance the Company’s trade and export compliance controls, and otherwise support the Company’s Ethics and Compliance program and initiatives.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.
• A minimum of 5 years focusing on trade, customs and export compliance, sanctions, or related matters.
• A minimum of 7 to 10 years of professional experience assessing/investigating alleged or actual regulatory/legal or ethical concerns.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills, as well as excellent analytical ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal and regulatory concerns to non-legal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.
• Ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams, effectively collaborate, and work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to manage a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

OTHER VALUED EXPERIENCE

• In-house experience.
• Significant experience with the Arms Export Control Act and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulation and 22 CFR parts 120-130.
• Significant experience and ability serve as the internal subject matter expert regarding the Federal Acquisition Regulation
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
• Commitment to compliance and integrity.
• Experience implementing and administering standard trade compliance software solutions.
• Ability to collaborate among all levels of the organization and business.
• Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders.
• Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Excellent customer relationship, communication, and people skills.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently.
• Experience in the application of non-U.S. export control and sanctions regulations.

What you’ll experience working for ULS

UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and we’re still leading the way. From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. Our teams have influenced billions of products, plus services, software offerings and more. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science.

That’s where you come in — because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe.

This is more than a job. It’s a calling. A passion to use our expertise and play our part in creating a more secure, sustainable world today — and tomorrow. As a member of our safety science community, you’ll use your ideas, your energy and your ambition to innovate, challenge and ultimately, help create a safer world.

Everyone here is unique. But we’re also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. Join UL Solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change.

Empowering our customers to keep the world safe means thinking ahead. It means investing in training and empowering our people to learn and innovate. At UL Solutions, we help build a better future — one where everyone benefits.

Join UL Solutions to be at the center of safety. To learn more about us and the work we do, visit

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $230,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).