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Position Summary:

This role will lead the Trade Compliance agenda for Asia Pacific (APAC) region to oversee import/export operations, customs clearance and broker management activities. The ideal candidate will have in-depth understanding of regional and global trade compliance framework, develop and implement export licensing procedures, interpret contract terms/conditions for export/import implications and provide direction in all phases of international logistics. This role will be an advisor to functional groups on customs and export regulations and monitor trade compliance throughout the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the trade compliance team for the region.

• Establish operational objectives and work plans.

• Determine resources needed to meet goals and delegates assignments to subordinates.

• Develop, modify, and execute company policies that affect immediate operations and may have enterprise-wide effect.

• Work on complex assignments where problem solving requires conceptual thinking as all factors may not be clearly defined.

• Regularly interact with lower and/or senior management on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.

• Apply knowledge to convince other stakeholders on desired departmental outcomes, with interactions that require the ability to persuade others in sensitive and complex situations while preserving relationships.

• Advise team(s) on moderately complex matters and exercises supervision in terms of budget, methods, and staffing.

• Oversee experienced professionals and may be responsible for subordinate supervisors and/or managers and in some instances, may be responsible for a functional area and not have any subordinate employees.

Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree is required. Advanced degree (MA, JD, MBA) is an advantage.
• 10+ years’ experience in international trade, deep understanding of import/export operations and core trade compliance topics, including country of origin, customs valuation, free trade agreements, export controls, trade sanctions and tariff classification.
• A breadth of knowledge for global trade requirements and deep understanding of the trade framework across the Asia Pacific region.
• Experience engaging government officials representing trade interests of multinationals.
• Experience engagement with customs brokers and logistics services providers including customs clearance operational topics, KPI measurement, business reviews
• Experience in life science or medical device industry would be advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, judgement, creativity, flexibility.
• Experience engaging cross-functionally and collaboratively to develop and implement compliance programs.
• Detail oriented and highly organized; ability to multi-task several tasks/projects at once.
• Ability to adapt to rapid change, work with a sense of urgency, and manage time effectively.

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.