Senior Trade Compliance Officer

ASW Consulting is an Australian-owned boutique talent acquisition and engagement consulting firm that is focused on providing careers for top talent in the Southeast Asian market.

The Opportunity

Our client, a global furniture manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Officerto ensure product, factory, and export activities comply with international regulations, particularly for the North American markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory & Trade Compliance
• Monitor US/Canadian import-export regulations, customs, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, manuals, SOPs, and export documentation.
• Factory & Supplier Compliance
• Coordinate with OEM/ODM factories and suppliers on licenses, testing reports, certificates, and product documentation.
• Conduct and follow up on factory social, security, and operational audits.
• Ensure products, materials, and manufacturing processes meet North American standards and customer requirements.
• Documentation & Risk Management
• Maintain compliance records and databases for product and supplier traceability.
• Prepare compliance reports, risk assessments, and recommendations for management.
• Train relevant teams on compliance requirements and regulatory updates.
• Review export processes, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform other compliance-related duties as assigned.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Supply Chain Management, Law, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in trade compliance, regulatory affairs, or factory audit management—preferably within furniture, wooden products, or international manufacturing/export sectors.
• Fluent in English.