Trade Compliance Specialist - US Export Licensing Support

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials engineering solutions for chips and advanced displays, is hiring a Trade Compliance Specialist in Singapore. The role supports US export licensing, covering export compliance, licensing documentation, logistics coordination and risk management.

Key responsibilities

• Review and monitor transactions for compliance with U.S. export regulations (EAR) and Singapore export controls, identify licensing requirements and compliance risks
• Prepare and review export documentation and records, assist with export license applications and product classifications, and maintain accurate compliance records
• Work with supply chain and internal teams to ensure shipments meet regulatory and delivery requirements, and escalate issues when needed
• Identify compliance risks, support audits and internal reviews, and contribute to process improvements
• Partner with U.S.-based licensing teams and regional stakeholders, provide guidance on export compliance and support training and awareness initiatives
• Analyze trade data using Excel, Power BI / Tableau and compliance tools, prepare reports and presentations, and help maintain accuracy in systems such as SAP GTS

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain management or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in export compliance, global trade operations, or freight forwarding/logistics for international shipments
• Strong knowledge of U.S. export regulations (EAR) and Singapore export controls
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, and excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Required skills

• Advanced Excel (data analysis and reporting) and PowerPoint
• Power BI / Tableau is a plus
• Experience with trade compliance systems or ERP tools (e.g., SAP GTS) and screening tools is a plus