Export Compliance Program Manager (APAC)

This job is an Export Compliance Program Manager at Western Digital in Malaysia, working remotely. You might like this job because you\'ll help ensure legal trade practices in tech, minimize risks, and be part of a global innovation team! Export Compliance Program Manager (APAC)

Full-time Job Type (exemption status) : Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below Business Function : Trade Compliance Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital, WD, WD_BLACK, and SanDisk Professional brands. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. Job Description

The next big thing in data is you! Western Digital is seeking an Export Compliance Program Manager to support Western Digital’s Export Compliance program and to enable efficient and effective processes and controls in compliance with global export controls and sanctions. This position will report to the Director of Export Compliance within the Ethics & Compliance team under the Legal Department and will join a team of global trade compliance professionals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The Export Compliance Program Manager will monitor trade compliance regulations and will implement trade compliance controls that would reduce trade compliance risks to Western Digital. Responsibilities The successful candidate will support GTC in resolving complex trade compliance scenarios across APAC, and contribute to global compliance efforts through end-user / end-use due diligence, risk assessment, audit execution, red flag analysis and resolution, and compliance assurance initiatives. Key responsibilities include : Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Manage compliance with China Dual-Use and Rare Earths export controls. Interpret and ensure compliance with APAC trade regulations (CN, MY, SG, TH, PH), implementing regional export compliance strategies. Conduct risk assessments, including Point of Sales (POS) reviews, red flag analysis, and risk mitigation. Support the Entity List program and implementation of sanctions controls. Support customer, supplier, and other business partner due diligence escalations Audit & Compliance Assurance Lead the Import Export Compliance Assurance Program other compliance reviews & audits. Develop and implement audit methodologies, metrics, reporting cadence, and follow-up tracking, recordkeeping. Draft, update, and maintain GTC policies, policy-based guidelines, SOPs, and desk instructions. Support the Deemed Export Program, including training and compliance oversight for GTO, HR, and Procurement. Support OneDrive Trade Compliance Recordkeeping repository / system. Training, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as training and reporting liaison for GTC, and the “Know Your Customer” annual training program. Serve as a liaison with APAC Local Logistics and Trade SMEs (LTCC). Deliver country-specific training and coordinate with regional LTCC and logistics representatives. Act as the escalation and resolution point of contact for Logistics operation in the APAC region. Create and manage the Internal Compliance Program (ICP) Engage with global trade operations, procurement, supply chain, logistics, product development, engineering, and sales in APAC region to provide trade compliance support, enable sales and reduce risk. Operational Compliance & Program Management Lead or support project management activities, serving as the central liaison for export compliance initiatives and maintaining the GTC project tracker. Provide end user / end use controls support, including design, implementation, monitoring, screening, and resolution. Support compliance reviews such as Graphite Vendor Review and Envoy Visitor Management. Support daily export compliance escalations and business enablement activities. Qualifications

Strong background in conducting trade compliance risk assessments and process audits. 8+ years of direct export compliance experience, preferably with semiconductor or technology Solid knowledge on China Dual Use and rare earths export controls and classification. Chinese language proficiency (spoken and written) is highly preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of APAC export controls and sanctions Good understanding of US Export controls and sanction including, U.S. dual use export classification, RPL screening, OFAC, End user, End use controls and License determination Proven experience with export classification of technology, software, and hardware, including but not limited to category 5, Part 2 (encryption) and category 3. Experience with APAC export licensing, compliance agreements & assurances (EUCs etc.) Oracle GTM proficiency is highly desired, Salesforce and Model N a plus; tech savvy and comfortable dealing with systems and utilizing technology to address compliance needs; can design processes and systematic controls. Excellent analytical skills and ability to detect trade compliance risks and vulnerabilities. Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate technical details to various stakeholders; able to quickly adjust priorities to meet business needs. Critical thinking, diligence, excellent problem solving and record retention skills; ability to work successfully in a global, cross-functional, multi-cultural team environment. Ability to learn new and different technologies and stay abreast of emerging technologies. Ability to make good decisions based on sound judgement, able to work independently with little supervision. Skilled in MS Office suite of products (including MS Teams), productivity and collaboration applications such as SharePoint, OneDrive, and Smartsheet. Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Notice To Candidates :

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Plan for your future with our robust retirement plans, designed to help you achieve long-term financial security. We live everywhere data lives.The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.We thrive on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe that the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from...

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