Altera
APAC Regional Trade Manager
India · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerAltera
- LocationIndia
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Job Details:
Job Description:
At Altera, our independence as the world’s largest pure‑play FPGA solutions provider gives us the focus, speed, and agility to innovate without compromise. With more than four decades of industry‑leading FPGA expertise, our singular mission is to deliver the programmable technologies that help customers differentiate, innovate, and scale across rapidly evolving markets like AI, cloud, networking, and edge. As an independent company, we move faster, invest deeper, and partner more closely—empowering our teams to drive breakthrough innovation and shape the future of the FPGA industry.
Position Summary
The APAC Regional Trade Manager is responsible for overseeing import/export compliance, managing regulatory requirements, and executing trade operations across APAC markets. This role ensures adherence to global trade laws, aligns regional processes with corporate standards, drives operational efficiency, and supports internal stakeholders in navigating complex trade environments.
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The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of regional customs regulations, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead trade initiatives across multiple countries.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Compliance & Governance
Lead and manage trade compliance programs across APAC in alignment with Altera’s global trade policies.
Monitor and interpret regional trade regulations, including classification, valuation, origin, licensing, and export controls.
Ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), local customs and export rules, and free trade agreements.
Conduct periodic audits and self-assessments; drive corrective and preventive actions.
Maintain product classification data (HTS, ECCN), administer license and permit requirements, and ensure accurate regulatory documentation.
Operational Execution
Oversee daily import/export operations, supportLogistics for timely and compliant customs clearance.
Liaise with customs brokers, and government agencies to resolve trade issues.
Support supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics teams with trade-related guidance.
Optimize trade processes to reduce lead times, costs, and risks.
Risk Management & Process Improvement
Identify trade risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Drive continuous improvement across regional trade processes and digital tools.
Lead compliance training for internal teams and external partners.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, and Product teams to support business initiatives.
Provide trade compliance guidance for regional expansions, or supply‑chain changes.
Support internal investigations related to potential compliance breaches.
Qualifications:
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of experience in trade compliance or import/export operations within technology, electronics, or semiconductor industries.
Strong knowledge of APAC customs regulations (India and/or Malaysia preferred).
Expertise in U.S. export control laws (EAR), local dual-use regulations, and local licensing regimes.
Experience working with brokers, freight forwarders, and governmental agencies.
Proven track record of leading regional trade initiatives or programs.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent understanding of HTS classification, ECCN, COO rules, and FTA utilization.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
Effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Project management experience with ability to lead multi-country initiatives.
Proficiency in trade systems (SAP GTS, OCR EASE, Oracle GTM, Descartes, or similar) is a plus.
Travel Requirements
Occasional regional travel (10–20%) across APAC for audits, training, and supplier/partner visits.
Why Join Altera?
Work in a fast‑growing, innovation-driven semiconductor environment.
Influence trade strategy across a high-impact region.
Collaborate with global teams shaping the future of programmable logic and AI.
Job Type:
Regular
Shift:
Shift 1 (India)
Primary Location:
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Additional Locations:
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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