[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Western Digital jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Western Digital · George Town, Penang, Malaysia # Global Trade Operations APJ Program Manager George Town, Penang, Malaysia Full-time Manager or lead Operations Listed on Western Digital’s official careers site. Posted September 14, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000149207376-global-trade-operations-apj-program-manager) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Western Digital](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) / Global Trade Operations APJ Program Manager ## Job description Provides accurate and timely local subject matter expertise pertaining to import and export requirements to business teams. A single point of contact for Western Digital Regional Business Units/Functions, Brokers/Carriers for import and export compliance requirement Supports new business model and legal entity set up in the region. Roll out Broker Management Program within the region including managing KPI’s. Pro-actively engages with key business partners to support/manage and resolve market access challenges & respond to customs queries/audits. Implements Global Trade Compliance Policies with respective business & Functional teams. Owns regional internal control program (ICP) Provides trainings to business stakeholders on operational requirements that aligns with company’s Trade Policies Independently leads and drive complex compliance projects and initiatives to successful closure. Supports investigation of potential violations and collaborates with Trade Compliance management to prepare voluntary disclosures and track corrective actions. Participates in the planning and execution of compliance assessments. Maintains a strong rapport with relevant regulatory authorities and represents WD in Industry forums Identify and recommends process improvements and simplifications. Pro-actively communicates and shares regulatory changes impacting the business in the region. Ensuring accurate and detailed record keeping. Ability to influence a particular business across functions and/or regions. Actively participates in developing regional compliance operations strategy and annual plan of action ## Qualifications ### Required >10 years of direct working with Import/ Export and Trade Compliance Bachelor’s in international Trade /Logistics Operations Strong understanding of US and APAC regional import and export regulations. ### Preferred Able is perform HTS and ECCN Classification - Proven expertise in determining ### Rules of Origin and Country of Origin - Solid knowledge of Microsoft packages (Excel, Visio, Word, Power point etc.) - Proven practice on working with international customs and export control laws Mentor Junior level Staff Exposure to ERP platforms (GTS/GTM/other) - Ability to travel up to 20%, domestically and internationally, as required. Highly motivated person, who drives Personal Excellence by maintaining accountability with time management. ### Skills Agile and flexible to change and use of technology. A team player with an ability to work cross functionally, culturally and countries. Possesses excellent communication and develop engaging presentations. Has a growth mindset, maintains a problem-solving attitude and open to digitization. Attention to detail. Program management skills Ability to multi-task and perform under high pressure and maintain a line of sight. Commitment to integrity, ethics, and building strong relationships. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 14, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 34 days - Location: George Town, Penang, Malaysia - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000149207376-global-trade-operations-apj-program-manager) ## More jobs at Western Digital ### [Sputter Engineer (Target Management)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/3e72b99fcc17ad1410b4/) George Town, Penang, Malaysia ### [Associate, Corporate Development Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/4889658d1c7d80120d4c/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Associate, Corporate Strategy Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/79d839611fcd2fe56fe6/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Automation & Tooling Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/537aa8570a1710b52d4e/) BangPa-in, PHRA NAKHON SI AYUTTHAYA, Thailand ### [Customer Failure Analysis Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/4717456340039146ac31/) San Jose, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/basf/jobs/62c5397098477e7d687e/) BASF · ${htmlLocations} ### [Sales Operations Analyst. 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