Trade Compliance Manager
Emerson
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Trade Compliance teams in Penang and India, ensuring smooth daily import/export operations and mitigating compliance risks.
Ensure adherence to all applicable trade laws and regulations, including Malaysia Strategic Trade Act (MY STA), Licensed Manufacturing Warehouse (LMW) requirements, and U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and so on.
Work closely with the Global Trade Compliance team on HS code/ECCN classification, export control, and related compliance activities.
Drive compliance programs to enhance internal processes and systems for improved efficiency and risk management.
Monitor regulatory changes, assess business impact, and implement necessary process adjustments in collaboration with global teams.
Partner with internal teams (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D, Sales/Service) and customers to ensure compliance and exceptional service delivery.
Represent NI in interactions with customs, MITI and other relevant government agencies.
Manage internal and external audits; identify compliance gaps and deliver targeted training programs.
Foster a high-performance culture within the regional compliance team.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in trade compliance with people managing experience.
Strong understanding of import/export procedures, customs regulations, LMW requirements, and export compliance regulations.
Ability to identify compliance risks and proactively implement solutions and improvements.
Strong business acumen and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
Fluent English and local language.
Bachelor’s Degree Required (Preferred Major: International trade, Business, Law, Engineering, Logistic).
Willingness to travel (10–15%).
NI has an immediate opening for Trade Compliance Manager to lead Regional Trade Compliance for A&A Countries and India. This role will manage and implement company compliance objectives relating to Trade facilitation, Customs Compliance and Export Control together with the global Trade Compliance team. The position also works closely with stakeholders such as sales, R&D, customer operations, Supply chain, legal, different manufacture functions to drive the company strategic goals. The position will report to the APAC Trade Compliance Director