APAC Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

The APAC Manager, Global Trade Compliance is responsible for overseeing and executing strategic and operational global trade compliance initiatives across the APAC region. This role ensures adherence to Solenis' import and export programs, mitigates compliance risks, and drives regulatory alignment. The manager will identify and assess trade compliance requirements, develop solutions, and coordinate regional implementation plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. Additionally, this role supports cross-functional projects and partners with other regions to ensure seamless global compliance operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide regional leadership across customs, excise, sanctions, and trade compliance within APAC.

• Interpret and apply trade regulations for countries of operation; assess and influence the impact of regulatory changes.

• Ensure operations comply with both local and international trade laws and regulations.

• Lead trade risk assessments, internal audits, investigations, and manage responses to external audits.

• Align resources to support trade compliance and enforce customs processes and policies.

• Coordinate with in-country teams to collect compliance-related data and improve decision-making.

• Analyze trade activities to identify risk areas and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Lead regional and global trade compliance projects, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.

• Manage trade controls, including materials and partner sanctions and restrictions.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement compliance solutions embedded in business operations.

• Oversee export control programs aligned with EAR and other global regulatory frameworks.

• Direct APAC customs compliance strategy, including broker governance, valuation, and regulatory submissions.

• Drive audit readiness and ongoing improvement across compliance operations.

• Champion the development and execution of globally integrated trade compliance programs.

Qualifications:

Education:

-Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in Business, International Trade, Regulatory Affairs, Law, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in APAC trade compliance, with a strong understanding of regional regulations, customs procedures, and compliance requirements.

• At least 5 years of leadership experience, demonstrating the ability to manage teams, drive strategic initiatives, and oversee trade compliance operations effectively..

Knowledge:

• APAC Trade Compliance: In-depth understanding of trade compliance regulations, requirements, and best practices across the APAC region.

• Supply Chain Processes: Strong knowledge of cross-functional supply chain operations and their impact on trade compliance.

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects effectively, ensuring timely and compliant execution of initiatives.

• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with local, regional, and country-specific regulations, standards, and laws governing trade compliance.

• Licensing & Permitting: Expertise in APAC and country-specific licensing, permitting, and regulatory requirements.

• Restricted/Denied Parties & Chemical Controls: Deep understanding of APAC regulatory frameworks, including extraterritorial restrictions, denied party screening, and chemical control regulations.

• Customs Compliance: Knowledge of customs procedures, including product classification, Binding Tariff Information (BTI) requests, and long-term supplier declarations.

• Chemical Manufacturing (Preferred): Familiarity with chemical manufacturing processes and their compliance implications.

• Sanctions & Embargoes: Strong grasp of U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and international sanctions (U.S./EU/UK), ensuring compliance with global trade restrictions.

• Compliance Software (Desirable): Proficiency in trade compliance systems such as SAP-GTS for managing compliance activities and conducting audits.

• Free Trade Agreements (FTAs): Understanding of APAC-specific FTAs, preferential trade programs, and their impact on import/export operations.

• Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Laws: Knowledge of the UK Bribery Act, U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and local anti-corruption laws affecting trade compliance.

• Customs Valuation & Transfer Pricing: Understanding of customs valuation methodologies and alignment with transfer pricing to mitigate compliance risks.

• Industry-Specific Compliance: Awareness of sector-specific compliance requirements for chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated industries in APAC.

• Trade Facilitation Programs: Experience with APAC-specific customs trade facilitation programs, such as Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) schemes, bonded warehousing, and duty drawback initiatives.

Certifications:

• Any customs related licenses or certifications is a plus.