Global Trade Program Manager – C-TPAT

Job overview

The Global Trade Program Manager – C-TPAT is an onsite role in San Jose, CA. Compensation is not specified. Western Digital builds storage systems for data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure. This role develops and leads global customs and supply-chain programs, strengthening compliance, security, sustainability, and assurance across the organization. It also advances responsible use of AI and automation to improve program oversight, risk management, and decision-making.

What you'll do

• Lead customs trade program initiatives covering supply-chain security, sustainability, record retention, and compliance assurance
• support CTPAT and AEO certifications
• liaise with internal teams and legal during regulatory audits
• assess and deploy AI-enabled tools
• conduct risk assessments and audits
• maintain internal controls and audit readiness
• develop program roadmaps and continuous-improvement efforts
• partner with IT and data teams on analytics
• deliver training
• coordinate with suppliers and external partners
• maintain program records and prepare regulatory reports and executive updates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

global trade

program management

c-tpat

ctpat

aeo

customs compliance

supply chain security

sustainability

ai compliance

san jose ca

western digital

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement
• transit benefits
• employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k)
• and potential incentive and long-term incentive eligibility.

Why this role

The program mandate may expand into additional customs trade domains. The posting seeks 10+ years of global supply-chain trade program experience and lists a bachelor's degree as required; a master's degree and licensed customs broker certification are preferred.

About the employer

Western Digital is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.