Description
Supply Chain Enthusiast Highly motivated expert with 20+ years of experience in Import/Export Operations, Customs Brokerage, Inventory Control, International and Domestic Logistics, Monetary transactions (Documentary Collections, Wire payments and LC's) and EDI management. A strong leader with great communication skills for building and maintaining a comprehensive supply chain program and maintaining day to day operations. Excelling in team management, project management, problem-solving and implementation of operational procedures. In addition, highly effective with time management and organizational skills. Bilingual English/Spanish speaker. Oversee of staff within Import/Export department Procurement assistance: inventory/stock levels, and establish an effective working relationships with logistics requirement, compliance, Incoterms (terms manufacture/shipper, customs broker, steamship of sale), quotes and cost analysis. line/freight forwarder and 3rd party logistics Inform and collaborate with company executives, providers. management, procurement, sales, warehouses and Plan and implement Import/Export operating customers with order progress, budget and procedures, expert knowledge of US rules and forecasting. regulations and its agencies: CBP, FDA, USDA, Fish Freight operations: ensure all aspects of the supply & Wildlife and other government agencies. chain are maintained and moving effectively and Expert knowledge of International Trade laws, within a timely manner. commodity classifications (HTS, Schedule B, ECCN Special operational capabilities: negotiate best rates codes), Documentation (Commercial Invoice, (RFQ/RFI), maximize profit margins, inventory Packing List, BL, etc.), ISF-Import Security Filing, control, warehouse management, EDI coordination. Free Trade agreements and licenses. Maintaining company International Trade and Compliance policies, record keeping and audit reports.
Work Experience
COMPANY | POSITION HELD | DATES WORKED |
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Import Operations Manager / Southwind Foods Llc | Dba Great American Seafood Primary Customs Compliance Officer, Overview Of All Import/Export Operations | 3/2008 - 1/2019 |
Import Manager / H&N Foods International Inc | Primary Customs Compliance Officer, Overview Of All Import Operations | 2/2006 - 10/2007 |