Global Trade Programs Leader

Western Digital; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital in California seeks a Global Customs Trade Programs & Supply Chain Programs Expert to lead a portfolio of trade initiatives, including CTPAT/AEO, sustainability, record retention, and AI-enabled compliance.

You will design governance, drive program delivery across sites, collaborate with Legal, IT, and Logistics, and champion responsible AI use while building dashboards for executive decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Licensed Customs Broker (preferred).
• Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (DGR).
• Additional certifications in trade programs, sustainability, or program management (e.g., PMP) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead end-to-end program management for customs trade program initiatives including Supply Chain Security, Sustainability, Record retention and Compliance assurance programs.
• Drive Western Digital to secure and maintain CTPAT Trade Compliance certification; support global sites in securing and/or retaining AEO certifications.
• Serve as liaison with internal team members and legal when faced with audits from CBP and other regulatory bodies.
• Evaluate and deploy AI-powered tools to streamline trade program workflows across all managed programs.
• Institute robust governance models for all managed programs; participate actively in industry associations to benchmark and enhance program value.

Skills

Program management

AI adoption

Executive communication

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Certified Licensed Customs Broker (preferred)

Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (DGR)

PMP or similar certification (plus)

Tools

TMS/ERP systems

Trade program platforms

Regulatory compliance tools

Job description

Western Digital in California seeks a Global Customs Trade Programs & Supply Chain Programs Expert to lead a portfolio of trade initiatives, including CTPAT/AEO, sustainability, record retention, and AI-enabled compliance.

You will design governance, drive program delivery across sites, collaborate with Legal, IT, and Logistics, and champion responsible AI use while building dashboards for executive decision-making.