Primary Purpose
The Trade Compliance Governance APAC is responsible for providing legal and regulatory expertise and direction to the supply chain, product management, sales and marketing, and product development groups regarding trade compliance (including, but not limited to, import/export procedures, licensing, duty and tariff classifications, AEO - Secure Trade Partnership (STP), and other trade-related security requirements) to maintain compliance with all applicable regulations, and otherwise ensure the operation of an effective trade compliance program. The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for implementing and maintaining all requirements administered by the Olympus Global Trade Compliance Office for APAC.
Key Accountabilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Provide strategic oversight on import/export and Customs matters, ensuring alignment with the Trade Compliance Legal Vice President’s strategy and corporate priorities
- Drive alignment of trade compliance operational processes with broader business objectives across APAC
- Identify key risk areas and opportunities, and develop integrated, scalable solutions for senior management
- Ensure regular engagement and alignment with Head of Global Trade Compliance and APAC General Counsel, fostering solid collaboration across Legal and Trade Compliance functions
2. Regulatory Advisory & Business Enablement
- Provide regulatory guidance and case-level support to business units (e.g., Medical, Endoscopy, MIS), Trade Compliance Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain
- Advise on export control classification, licensing requirements, end-use/end-user verification, and transaction screening
- Support compliant business expansion by balancing regulatory requirements with commercial priorities
3. Customs Compliance & Optimization
- Identify and implement opportunities for Customs duty and tax optimization within country
- Lead implementation and management of Customs programs (e.g.,
📌 Trade compliance governance, apac (Delhi)
🏢 Olympus
📍 Delhi