Senior Staff Engineer, SAP GTS & Compliance Solutions

Randstad – Renesas; Penang; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Penang seeks a Senior Staff Engineer for global trade compliance. You will manage SAP GTS and ensure compliance in digital transformations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in trade compliance and solid SAP knowledge. Responsibilities include resolving operational issues, leading compliance projects, and collaborating with various teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in global trade compliance.
• Hands-on experience with SAP GTS implementation.
• Strong business process understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead global trade compliance initiatives in IT systems.
• Design compliant solutions with IT and logistics.
• Troubleshoot trade compliance system issues.

Skills

Global trade compliance expertise

SAP Global Trade Services

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Senior Staff Engineer, SAP GTS & Compliance Solutions

We’re looking for an experienced professional to lead global trade compliance initiatives within our IT systems. This role acts as the key link between the Compliance and IT teams, ensuring all global trade requirements are seamlessly integrated into business processes and digital transformations. You’ll manage and optimize SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) and e-Filing systems, review IT projects for compliance, and drive automation efficiency while maintaining full regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the key subject matter expert (SME) for global trade compliance on all relevant IT and digitalization initiatives.
• Partner with IT, logistics, supply chain, and product development teams to design and implement trade-compliant solutions from the ground up.
• Lead/Participate in the compliance impact assessment and requirement gathering for new projects or upgrades, including e-commerce platforms, S4/GTS upgrades, and e-filing (ATLAS, Seeburger, etc.) and related integrated application.
• Develop and execute test scripts (UAT) to validate that systems correctly handle restricted party screening, classification determination, duty calculation, and other compliance checks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve daily operational issues related to trade compliance systems, working closely with end-users.
• Continuously analyse system performance and data integrity to identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and enhanced compliance controls.
• Provide expert advice and training to internal stakeholders on how to use compliance systems effectively.
• Support audits and internal assessments by providing system-generated data and evidence of compliant processes.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system procedures and configurations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 5+ years of direct experience in global trade compliance, with a strong focus on the intersection of compliance and SAP knowledge.
• Hands‑on experience implementing, configuring, or supporting a SAP Global Trade Services (GTS).
• Strong business process and analytical skills with the ability to assimilate information quickly and communicate complex requirements and issues clearly and concisely. The ability to understand the business questions that users are trying to answer is essential.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of management, users and vendors.
• Must be a self‑starter and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be a good team player, proactive in nature, fast learner, highly organized and positive attitude.
• Technology proficiency: Certification in SAP will be an added advantage.

Technology Proficiency

• Certification in SAP will be an added advantage.

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