Export Compliance Program Manager

Export Compliance Program Manager (EMEA) : Export Regulations, EAR,ECCN ,RPL Screening ,Diversion Controls and Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, weve been doing just thatour technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

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We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the worlds biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Todays exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job The next big thing in data is you Western Digital is seeking an EMEA Export Compliance Program Manager to support Western Digitals Export Compliance program and to enable efficient and effective processes and controls in compliance with global export controls and sanctions.

- This position will report to Director, Export Compliance within the Ethics & Compliance team and in the Legal Department and will join a team of trade compliance professionals around the Duties And Export Compliance Program Manager will monitor EMEA trade compliance regulations and will implement trade compliance controls that would reduce trade compliance risks to Western Compliance Strategy & Regulatory Lead EMEA Export Compliance initiatives and develop strategic frameworks to address regional requirements.

- Manage UK and EU export licenses, including renewals, usage monitoring, and audit readiness.

- Manage diversion risk and red flags.

- Monitor evolving export control regulations and sanctions (e.g., Russia-related controls), identify red flags, and implement proactive mitigation strategies.

- Support Export Classification and Audit processes, including Technology Transfers and Encryption Controls.

- Implement and enhance End User / End Use controls, including screening, escalation and resolution.

- Draft, update, and implement GTC policies, SOPs, desk instructions, and policy-based guidelines.

- Provide support for daily export compliance escalations across regions and Assurance, Data & Analytics

- Lead GTM (Oracle Global Trade Management) analytics, metrics reporting, screening system logic, and GTM audit activities.

- Develop and execute a robust Reporting and Records Management strategy, including ownership of the OneDrive Trade Recordkeeping repository/system.

- Support implementation of Trade Compliance AI tools and data automation solutions to improve compliance efficiency and risk mitigation.

- Support the Export Compliance Risk Assurance Program, including development of KPIs, metrics, and risk & Project Management

- Support the Deemed Export Program, including process oversight and stakeholder training (GTO, HR, procurement).

- Support the Management of GTC project tracker to ensure timely execution and accountability across initiatives.

- Support export compliance screening process, including data analysis, risk assessment, and risk mitigation planning.

- Provide support for the setup and continuous improvement of Oracle GTM functionality.

- Manage GTM cross-functional compliance initiatives with stakeholders/up-steam systems (Customer Master/Vendors master etc.).

- Support Export classification, screening and license determination Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

- Act as GTCs liaison for training and compliance reporting, including tracking onboarding, CAM, and other Ethics & Compliance (E&C) programs.

- Lead the annual Know Your Customer training program and monitor completion & Escalation Support

- Support Envoy Visitor Management program and act as escalation point.

- Oversee Graphite Vendor Review processes and related due diligence.

- Provide Entity List and sanctions program support, including screening and control Qualifications

- Bachelors degree (BS/BA) required. MBA Preferred.

- Minimum 7 years of direct export compliance experience, preferably within the semiconductor or technology industry.

- In-depth knowledge of EMEA export controls and sanctions, with direct experience engaging with listed parties.

- Strong understanding of EU and UK export regulations, including controls related to Russia and Belarus.

- Proven, hands-on proficiency with Oracle Global Trade Management (GTM) is essential.

- Solid experience in GTM compliance logic, rules, including metrics reporting, data analysis, and audit preparation.

- Familiarity with Salesforce and Model N is a plus.

- Technologically adept and comfortable working with systems; able to design and implement process-driven and systematic compliance controls.

- Demonstrated ability to develop reporting and records management strategies.

- Experience managing digital repositories such as OneDrive or similar platforms.

- Hands-on experience implementing trade compliance AI tools and data automation solutions to enhance compliance effectiveness and risk mitigation.

- Familiarity with the U.S. semiconductor manufacturing controls and supercomputing-related export regulations.

- Experience with export licensing processes, license exceptions, and compliance documentation (e.g., end-use/end-user certificates, assurances).

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess trade compliance risks and vulnerabilities.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain technical topics to diverse stakeholders and shift priorities as needed to meet business demands.

- Critical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and record retention skills.

- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a global, cross-functional, and multi-cultural team environment.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and collaboration tools such as OneDrive and SharePoint.

- Experience in Export Regulations, Export Administration Regulations ( EAR) ,Export Control Classification Number ECCN ,Restricted Parties List (RPL) Screening ,Diversion Controls and GTM (Global Trade Management) are mandatory

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