Derek Williams
About Derek Williams
Derek Williams is a Global Trade Compliance Manager and Licensed Customs Broker at Milliken & Company in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with nine years of experience in this role since 2015. He has a background in customs compliance, having held various positions at Sandler & Travis Trade Advisory Services, and holds an MBA from North Greenville University.
Work at Milliken & Company
Derek Williams has served as the Global Trade Compliance Manager and Licensed Customs Broker at Milliken & Company since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing trade compliance operations, ensuring adherence to customs regulations, and managing import/export activities. His tenure at Milliken & Company spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to the company's global trade strategy from Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Previous Experience at Sandler & Travis Trade Advisory Services, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Derek Williams worked at Sandler & Travis Trade Advisory Services, Inc. He held several positions, starting as a Customs Compliance Analyst from 2013 to 2014, followed by a Senior Customs Compliance Analyst from 2014 to 2015. He then advanced to the role of Customs Compliance Team Leader for a brief period in 2015. His experience at Sandler & Travis involved managing customs compliance processes and providing advisory services in Greenville, South Carolina.
Education and Expertise
Derek Williams holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Greenville University, where he studied from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Carolina, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in business principles and trade compliance, enhancing his expertise in global trade operations.
Early Career at Walgreens
Before entering the field of trade compliance, Derek Williams worked at Walgreens as a Certified Assistant Manager from 2010 to 2013. In this role, he gained valuable management experience and developed skills in customer service and operations, which contributed to his professional growth prior to transitioning into customs compliance.