Trade Compliance Governance, APAC

Regulatory Advisory & Business Enablement\nProvide regulatory guidance and case-level support to business units (e.g., Medical, Endoscopy, MIS), Trade Compliance Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain\nAdvise on export control classification, licensing requirements, end-use/end-user verification, and transaction screening\nSupport compliant business expansion by balancing regulatory requirements with commercial priorities\n\n3. Customs Compliance & Optimization\nIdentify and implement opportunities for Customs duty and tax optimization within country\nLead implementation and management of Customs programs (e.g., AEO, Secure Trade Partnership (STP), simplified procedures, and other Customs regimes)\nEnsure compliance with Free Trade Agreement (FTA) requirements and drive effective utilization\n\n4. Third-Party Oversight & Governance\nOversee and manage policies and procedures for external partners, including customs brokers, freight forwarders, and trading companies\nProvide guidance and ensure adherence to company compliance standards by third-party service providers\nCollaborate with brokers, regulatory agents, and consultants to resolve complex Customs and trade-related issues\n\n5.

Audit, Controls & Monitoring\nDevelop and manage internal assessment and audit programs in collaboration with global teams, Internal Audit, and external auditors\nOversee periodic compliance reviews to ensure adherence to global, regional, and local trade regulations\nEnsure effective internal controls across key areas, including classification, valuation, origin, licensing, and recordkeeping\nDrive timely closure of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions\n\n6. Incident Management & Investigations\nLead responses to regulatory inspections, inquiries, and incident reports in coordination with Legal, Audit, and business units\nProvide expertise on trade-related litigation, compliance investigations, and voluntary disclosures\nEnsure proper documentation, escalation, and resolution of compliance matters\n\n7. Reporting & Compliance Operations Oversight\nOversee day-to-day compliance activities, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal policies\nMonitor key compliance indicators and ensure timely reporting to relevant stakeholders\nPrepare summaries, regulatory filings, and documentation required by authorities and internal governance processes\nEnsure timely execution, tracking, and closure of compliance-related activities\n\n8.

Strategic Leadership\nStrategic Thinking: Formulates clear long‑term objectives for export control, translating legal changes, external trends and regulatory signals into actionable priorities that align with corporate strategy.\nOrganizational Alignment: Mobilizes cross‑functional resources and drives consistent execution of strategy across business units, ensuring export control and support APAC objectives are embedded in operational plans.\nExecutive Judgment: Makes timely, well‑reasoned decisions under conditions of ambiguity or public scrutiny, balancing legal, commercial, and reputational considerations.\n\n9. Stakeholder & Communication\nStakeholder Engagement: Builds and sustains high‑trust relationships with senior government officials, regulators, industry associations, and internal C‑suite stakeholders to advance Olympus’s interests.\nExecutive Communication & Influence: Communicates complex regulatory, policy, and risk issues clearly and persuasively to senior internal and external audiences; advocates effectively while maintaining diplomacy and balance.\nRepresentation & Diplomacy: Acts with authority and credibility in sensitive external form, managing competing interests and protecting the company’s reputation.\n\n10. Continuous Improvement\nIdentify opportunities to enhance trade compliance processes, controls, and systems\nDrive efficiency while maintaining strong governance and compliance standards\n\n11.

Other Responsibilities\nPerform other duties as assigned in support of trade compliance and organizational objectives\n\nInherent Requirements\n\nFormal Qualifications\n\nDegree in Business Administration / Operations / SCM or Law (JD from nationally accredited law school is preferred).\n\nKey Skills / Core Competencies\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work in a highly collaborative work style, anticipate problems, succeed in resolving difficult situations and effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders\nAbility to work independently and proactively, with minimal guidance and supervision.\nStrong aptitude for understanding and analyzing large volumes of information from multiple sources.\nDemonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of urgency\n\nExperience\n\nAt least 10 years' experience directly related to APAC export / import licensing, customs regulations, and trade compliance management.\nExperience in Customs clearance and HTS classification issues, including resolution mechanisms, freight forwarding, and broker management.\nFamiliarity with APAC's EPA/GSP regulations and the ability to provide guidance for qualification analyses as needed.\nFamiliarity with APAC export controllaws and regulations.\nExperience working in legal or compliance.\nExperience in medical devices/MedTech, supply chain, or procurement is desirable; prior Olympus experience is a plus.\n\nSpecial Requirements\nAvailability to travel domestically and internationally.\nNeed to be available for global communication (global meetings etc.)\n\nWe are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish.

We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.\n\nPlease be informed that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.