Global Trade Operations APJ Program Manager

About the role

Western Digital is looking for a Global Trade Operations APJ Program Manager in Singapore. The role provides accurate, timely local subject-matter expertise on import and export requirements to business teams and acts as a single point of contact for regional business units, functions and brokers/carriers on import and export compliance matters.

Key responsibilities

• Support new business models and legal entity set-up in the region
• Roll out the Broker Management Program, including managing KPIs
• Engage proactively with business partners to resolve market access challenges and respond to customs queries and audits
• Implement Global Trade Compliance policies with business and functional teams
• Own the regional internal control program and provide training to stakeholders on trade policy requirements
• Lead complex compliance projects, investigate potential violations and help prepare voluntary disclosures and track corrective actions
• Take part in compliance assessments and keep detailed records
• Maintain good relations with regulators, represent WD in industry forums, share regulatory changes and recommend process improvements
• Help develop the regional compliance operations strategy and annual plan of action

Required profile

• 10 years of direct experience with import/export and trade compliance
• Bachelor's degree in International Trade or Logistics Operations
• Strong understanding of US and APAC import/export regulations
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally
• Team player able to work cross-functionally and across cultures, with attention to detail and a growth mindset

Required skills

• Preferred: HTS and ECCN classification, Rules of Origin and Country of Origin determination
• Preferred: solid knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint)
• Preferred: experience with international customs and export control laws, ERP platforms (GTS/GTM), mentoring junior staff