Import Specialist Resume Example Earthbound Holding LLC

IMPORT SPECIALIST

Summary

Detailed-oriented and organized Trade Compliance Professional (C.C.S. Certified) offering comprehensive background with 22 years in customs brokerage, import-export trade compliance from, accounting/ bookkeeping. Takes pride in increasing compliance knowledge and awareness to ensure business partners. Adapts quickly to the changing needs of fast-paced and growing organizations. Drive company growth through process improvements to minimize risks and impact with customs.

Skills

Knowledge in Title 19 Code of Federal Regulations Customs Duties
Knowledge in Title 15 Code of Federal Regulations Commerce and Foreign Trade
Knowledgeable in Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)
Process improvements and implementation
Harmonized Tariff Schedule / Schedule B
Knowledge of FDA, EPA, Lacey Act, and Fish & Wildlife entry
In-depth understanding of U. S. Import process
Post Entry audits, Internal, and external auditing
Budgeting and finance
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Experienced with Quick Books
Financial Reporting & Transaction Verification

Record-Keeping
Strong communication skills
Customer Service Skills
Shipping documents preparation
Shipping method determination
Regulatory Compliance
Internal Audits
Clearance monitoring
Trade requirements
Reporting abilities
Import management
Team building

Work History

Import Specialist12/2019 to Current
Earthbound Holding LLC – Grapevine, TX

Classify P. O. products for imports using HTSUSA Tariffs
Coordinate shipments from overseas (China, India, Europe, and Asia countries ) to the United States, getting shipping information from vendors, suppliers overseas, and steamship lines for on hand purchase orders
Get rates for import shipments from overseas agents, steamship lines, and freight forwarders
Coordinate and arrange PO deliveries with Distribution warehouse center to stores
Track, trace shipments, and coordinate with freight forwarders on availability of imported shipments
Audit customs entry packets for accuracy and compliance
Review PO import documentation for accuracy

Customs Brokerage Entry Writer10/2017 to 11/2019
Panalpina Inc. – Grapevine, TX

Highly experienced in writing, filing and processing Customs related entries for clients that import various commodities correctly and timely
Classify various commodities according to HTSUSA and review products that are subject to PGAs for additional filing requirements
File post entry amendments, prior disclosures, and protests
Track, trace shipments, and coordinate with steamship lines, freight forwarders and CFS on availability of imported shipments
Arrange with various trucking companies to pick-up and deliver freight to various consignees
Train with various clients on functionality of A.C.E. Plus setup various reports for each specific business need for each client
Issue duty and freight invoices to customers or overseas offices for payment requisitions
Audit entry files for compliance

Customs Manager02/2004 to 04/2017
JCPenney Headquarters – Plano, Texas

Coordinated with management in determining objectives for auditing and additional core processes that support business strategy
Coordinate shipments from overseas (China, India, Europe, Asia countries, and Central America countries ) to the United States, getting shipping information from vendors, suppliers overseas, and steamship lines for on hand purchase orders
Partnered with internal and external business partners on audit findings to identify risk and recommend corrective action for future shipments
Conducted and managed quarterly audits for high risk categories, and report audit findings to managers, brokers, and all stakeholder
Train team on functionality of ACE, managed administration role access in Automated Commercial Environment (A.C.E.)
Partnered with U.S. Customs and trade partners at yearly Trade Support Network seminars to discuss updates on Automated Commercial Environment (A.C.E.); provide and implement process improvement for system
Partnered with internal partners on process improvement changes and report changes to annual Importer Self-Assessment (I.S.A.) report to U.S. Customs
Managed Post Entry Audit and Trade Compliance programs
Drafted and submitted Post Summary Corrections, CF28/29 responses, Prior Discloses to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for import shipment discrepancies
Managed First Sale daily transactions to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs First Sale requirement and guidelines
Monitored First Sale entries via landed cost Direct Import Accounting System to resolve ELC/ALC discrepancies
Managed financial reporting for First Sale Programs and Post Entry Audit program
Built broker scorecard from scratch to monitor broker performance and responsible for updating scorecard and distribute managers, brokers, and stakeholders monthly
Managed Periodic Monthly Payment system used by CBP and worked with Finance and Treasures to make sure timely and proper payment of duties were paid
Responsible for updating customs bond to meet sufficiency requirements
Managed all Trade Compliance records retention
Built post entry database from scratch to improve process of recording metrics, tracking and reporting processing of all post entry audits for each customs entry
Classify apparels, clothing accessories, handbags, etc using Harmonized Tariff for imports and Schedule B for export
File Electronic Export Information (EEI) Jewelry shipments in ACE Export Platform (formerly Automated Export System).

Export Detail Assistant03/1998 to 03/2004
JCPenney Headquarters – Plano, Texas

Prepare, update, and maintain tracking report for merchandise shipping to Mexico stores
Manually prepare shipping documentation for merchandise clearing Mexico customs, Brazil Customs, and Chile Customs
Communicate with customs broker in Mexico, Brazil, and Chile for any issues concerning shipments
Coordinate and discuss with suppliers, steamship lines, and freight forwarders of any document discrepancies or other issues concerning shipments
Classify all merchandise that's exported to Mexico, Brazil, and Chile according to government guidelines using Schedule B.

Certifications

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)- NCBFAA Educational Institute, Washington, DC

Education

Certified Customs Specialist: Customs Specialist01/2016NCBFAA Educational Institute- Washington D.C.

Certified Customs Specialist in January 2017 for knowledge of customs business and imports.

Accounting/ Bookkeeping : Accounting / Bookkeeping05/2000Professional Career Development Institute- Norcross, GA

Studied the concepts of Accounting. Graduated with Certification in Accounting.

Certification in Computerized Business Systems: Computerized Business Systems05/1997Computer Learning Center- Garland

Studied the complete Microsoft office suite. Well versed knowledge in Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint. Graduate with certification in Computerized Business Systems.

High School Diploma05/1995Business and Management High School- Dallas, TX

Studied the basic studies for high school curriculm with focus on Business management.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Earthbound Holding LLC
Panalpina Inc.
JCPenney Headquarters

School Attended

NCBFAA Educational Institute
Professional Career Development Institute
Computer Learning Center
Business and Management High School

Job Titles Held:

Import Specialist
Customs Brokerage Entry Writer
Customs Manager
Export Detail Assistant

Degrees

Certified Customs Specialist : Customs Specialist 01/2016
Accounting/ Bookkeeping : Accounting / Bookkeeping 05/2000
Certification in Computerized Business Systems : Computerized Business Systems 05/1997
High School Diploma 05/1995

Import Specialist Resume Example

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