Managed Ocean Carriers, Air Freight Forwarders, Customs broker agents, Drayage providers,
and 3PL's service performance and contracts. Managed transportation and supply chain
planning of international logistics. Managed international transportation and US Customs duties and taxes expenses, and department budget. Set performance goals which are tailored to each
department. Developed operational goals for each department (short-term and long-term)
objectives of the organization. Ensured timely movement of inventory, and regulatory
compliance.
?   Developed strategy of centralized international transportation solutions resulted in an
increase in supply chain flow efficiency and reduction in transportation costs (Average: $550k/year).
?   Successfully established business partnership and management of 3rd party service
providers supporting the daily operations resulted in reduction of fixed cost, and retained
high efficiencies and regulatory compliance.
?   Consolidated and transitioned multi-function groups (Freight Forwarding, Import/Export Operations, and Foreign Trade Zone) under my management.
?   Developed ROI models and evaluated savings vs. projections for capital investments
and improvements (SAP system, port diversification & direct delivery solutions).
?   Introduced continuous improvement methodologies to deliver results in cost reduction,
service improvement, and increased regulatory compliance resulted in approval of C-TPAT Tier-3 certification, timely movement of cargo, and avoided penalties from US
Customs.
?   Utilized key performance indicators to support operational performance.
?   Provided subject matter expertise and analysis for process improvement.
?   Focused on improved measurement and execution of customer service performance
including reverse logistics.
?   Ensured regulatory compliance to avoid penalties from various US Governmental
Agencies with minimal or no impact in supply chain flow (resulted in less than 0.5% cargo examination).
?   Managed global negotiation of rates and services with Freight Forwarders, Ocean
Carriers, and Drayage Providers (Cargo space commitment, No peak season surcharge, and Timely delivery)
?   Supported the planning and transition of new acquired companies.

Director Int'l Logistics, Planning & Compliance

Export operations & compliance, Transportation & Freight Forwarding January 1998 - June 2009
Management of import/export operations & compliance. Supported the establishment of in-house freight forwarding division and business support. Management of at least 30 staff
members and 3rd party service providers. Fundamental knowledge of Warehousing and Transport Operations (Int'l & Domestic). Analyzed throughput dates, capacity planning and flow
through.
?   Ensured timely customs clearance and managed the company's inventory utilizing sound
security policies and procedures consistent with good accounting and distribution
practices.
?   Analyzed and implemented port diversification in order to lessen the risks utilizing LA/LB
port resulted in reduction of freight cost, increased on-time movement of ocean
containers, and secured cargo space all year round (yearly cost reduction of $1 Million).
?   Ensured regulatory compliance with US Customs, Federal Maritime Commission,
International Air Transportation Agency, Transportation Security Agency, and other
Governmental Agencies (Passed US Customs audit, C-TPAT certification, and On-time cargo clearance).
?   Established cross-dock operations at Los Angeles and Chicago gateway ports with 3PL
resulted in an average cost savings of $600k/year on fixed and transportation costs.
?   Analyzed operations on a continuing basis and made necessary improvements to ensure operating efficiencies across all functions.
?   Participated in transportation cost studies relating to expansion of existing operations
and new locations.
?   Developed and reviewed management reports regarding statistical data necessary to meet department efficiencies.
?   Led innovative thinking and foster continuous improvement across all Logistics activities.
?   Supported the transition and development of new acquired companies.
?   Created standard operating procedures to ensure compliance - internal and/or external
?   Created a compliance audit matrix and system solution to help expedite the audit of records.
?   Managed the establishment of new relationships with 3rd party business partners and implement process improvements as long-term solutions.
?   Supported the establishment of in-house freight forwarding group and business support
expansion to other divisions.

Senior Manager & Manager Import

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