Overview:
We are building a world class Global Trade Services (GTS) organization and the DDN Business Unit Analyst plays a critical role in supporting trade operations and compliance within the Business Unit (BU).

The BU Analyst serves as a trusted advisor and key team member within TE’s Operational Compliance team for the BU. The purpose of this role is to facilitate TE’s compliance, at the BU level, with import and export regulations globally to enhance global trade compliance, reduce risk, increase responsiveness to issues and opportunities, and facilitate effective operational aspects of international trade.

This role reports to the DDN Business Unit Manager, and is a key member of the Global Trade Services team. As part of the GTS team, the DDN Analyst will join a group of professionals who are passionate about ensuring the future growth of the business by providing business solutions for compliance with global trade laws and regulations.

The successful candidate will be able to collaborate and thrive in a global environment while maintaining integrity, taking accountability, and working together.


Responsibilities:
Trade Compliance Activities in DDN BU GTS
61 Trade Compliance Activities Implementation
- Responsible for the implementation of trade operations in China (APAC region as plus) to ensure TE’s compliance with import/export laws and regulations, safeguarding the company from potential trade compliance risks and regulatory violations. Support regular audits of trade compliance activities driven by GTS internal and external.
61 Transactional Execution and Compliance
- In close collaboration with key stakeholders throughout the DDN BU, implement and execute transactional trade operations and compliance activities in accordance with TE policies, procedures, and controls.
61 BU Stakeholder Liaison
- Serve as the primary point of contact for BU stakeholders on generic trade-related matters. Act as a bridge between BU stakeholder with BU GTS team to ensure smooth communication and alignment on trade-related matters, provide feedback in a timely manner.

Partner with Trade Compliance Professionals and Stakeholders across the Enterprise
61 Utilization of GTS Operations Service Center and Trade Tools
- Ensure appropriate utilization of the GTS Operations Service Center and GTS trade tools for crucial trade functions, includes product classification (import and export), restricted party screening, duty savings compliance, and otherwise ensure proper country of origin determination, valuation, and admissibility
61 Relationship Development and Risk Control
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with various internal functions, including corporate functions, to encourage awareness of global trade compliance issues, proactively identify trade risk and threats by analyzing transactional trade operations and control. Continuously monitor the effectiveness of these controls and propose improvement measures as necessary.

Talent Development
61 Create a culture of engagement and performance in alignment with TE’s core values
61 Lead by example and act with empathy
61 Self-motivated and have the ability to structure assigned tasks, break down problems and develop feasible solutions
61 Strong skills and ability to complete the assigned tasks through effective remote team collaboration
61 Establish clear communication channels and maintain regular contact with team members to ensure seamless coordination and alignment

What your background should look like:
Success in the role requires analytical skills and the ability to identify the potential trade risk and trend during the implementation and execution, solve problems creatively, good communication skills both verbal and written, and the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams (internal and external) to help move projects forward and reach their goals.
The candidate should be able to clearly convey trade compliance requirements, policies, and procedures, as well as present findings and recommendations in a concise and compelling manner.

In addition, successful candidate will have the following qualifications, experience, and skills:
61 Bachelor's degree required (international business, supply chain, law, or related field)
61 5+ years’ experience in global trade compliance in China (experience in other APAC countries Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines as an additional requirement)
61 Preferred: 2+ years’ experience in supporting trade functions within an industrial, communications, transportation, or similar business
61 Functional knowledge of import and export regulations and familiarity with customs practices in China (experience in other APAC countries Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines as an additional requirement)
61 Proven ability to work with a variety of business groups, including supply chain, customer service, legal, procurement and finance
61 Ability to foster teamwork and internal and external relationships
61 Excellent organizational habits and priority management
61 Customer focused with a commitment to quality
61 Preferred: Customs Broker License, other Customs / Trade certification
61 Travel may be necessary in fulfillment of responsibilities