Trade Compliance Specialist

Microsemi; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a detail-oriented Trade Compliance Specialist to join its Import/Export Compliance team. This position will ensure that all cross-border transactions comply with international trade laws and customs regulations, supporting smooth operations in a manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in trade compliance. Join us to help maintain our commitment to regulatory adherence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in trade compliance within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations and customs laws.
• Detail-oriented and able to monitor regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with global trade regulations and customs laws.
• Prepare and review import/export documentation.
• Provide training to internal teams on trade compliance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of import/export regulations

Trade compliance experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Global trade management tools

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally‑recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values‑based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Trade Compliance Specialist to join our Import/Export Compliance team. In this role, you will ensure all cross‑border transactions comply with international trade laws, customs regulations, and company policies—supporting smooth operations for our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, customs laws, and export controls.
• Prepare and review import/export documentation, including Asia region export permit application.
• Monitor daily sales orders under compliance hold and manage timely release of the compliance hold.
• Maintain internal compliance programs and conduct regular audits to ensure adherence.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on potential impacts.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in trade compliance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of import/export regulations and customs laws.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and global trade management tools.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

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