Experience

LOGISTEED America, Inc.

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Import Manager

  • Jun 2021 - Present

  Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States



Kuehne+Nagel

• Switzerland
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 700 & Above Employee

• Custom Brokerage

  • Mar 2018 - Jun 2021

  Greater Chicago Area



NNR Global Logistics

• Japan
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 700 & Above Employee

• Custom House Brokerage Specialist

  • Jan 2016 - Apr 2019

  Elk Grove Village,IL Make U.S. Customs entries under U.S. Customs law for customers under the supervision of the Customs House Broker. Ensure that entries made are in compliance with U.S. Customs law under the supervision of the Customs House Broker. Ensure that all documents required by U.S. Customs regulations are correct and complete to include customer compliance under the supervision of the designated Customs House Brokers. Utilize experience and knowledge of USCS rules and regulations to… Show more Make U.S. Customs entries under U.S. Customs law for customers under the supervision of the Customs House Broker. Ensure that entries made are in compliance with U.S. Customs law under the supervision of the Customs House Broker. Ensure that all documents required by U.S. Customs regulations are correct and complete to include customer compliance under the supervision of the designated Customs House Brokers. Utilize experience and knowledge of USCS rules and regulations to classify goods and determine applicable duty rates. Prepare and file with the USCS all documentation required for goods to clear customs and enter the U.S. Thorough knowledge of all entry types including but not limited to - Formal, Informal, Warehouse Entry/Withdrawal, Carnets, TIB, IT, IE, T&E, etc. Examine shipment documents to ensure accuracy of reporting requirements to USCS including but not limited to Entered Value, Country of Origin, Terms of Sale, SLAC count, etc. Maintain up to date knowledge, including any needed continuing education, of the regulations and procedures of the USCS for the classification and entry of goods. Maintain up to date knowledge of all regulations and procedures of the Food and Drug Administration, Department of Transportation and other state and federal agencies regarding the importation and transportation of goods, including hazardous materials, food and live animals. Maintain and update customer/importers profiles. Perform customer service duties with correspondence to customs and overseas partners, emails fax, etc. Process ACH Statement payment to USCS. Responsible to check & monitor timely submission of ISF Responsible for ISF quarterly progress report to customer & Internal management. Comply at all times with NNR USA standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient business operations. Show less



Livingston International

• Canada
• International Trade and Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Release Import Analyst

  • Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

  Itasca, Illinois Ensures accurate and timely processing of shipments for a designated client base Creates customs entries through proper selection of client and client records, interpretation of documentation for all clients’ shipments, in a one-step process. Ensures correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale. In a professional manner, contacts client / carrier for missing documentation, information or instructions necessary to release a shipment. Verifies… Show more Ensures accurate and timely processing of shipments for a designated client base Creates customs entries through proper selection of client and client records, interpretation of documentation for all clients’ shipments, in a one-step process. Ensures correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale. In a professional manner, contacts client / carrier for missing documentation, information or instructions necessary to release a shipment. Verifies documentation for release conditions and compliance. Ensures that all Livingston Standard Operating Procedures and Business Rules are adhered to following special client instructions, Notes and Alerts. Identifies those that have become outdated or ineffective, making recommendations for change. Researches and responds to straight-forward requests for information in a professional manner Prioritizes and completes work according to client demands, Customs requirements and Livingston standards Meet or exceeds productivity and quality standards expected Prepares and submits individual performance statistics Assists in problem solving to complete entry summary and billing. Participates fully with other team members in the day-to-day operation of the team, including setting priorities, organizing and scheduling work, coordinating with others, problem-solving and decision-making, participating in meetings and handling special projects/other duties as assigned Show less



CEVA Logistics

• France
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 700 & Above Employee

• Import Specialist

  • Sep 2012 - Oct 2014

  Elk Grove Village Import specialist Summary of Key Responsibilities • Receive, review, and process import documentation for an assigned base of accounts, including all entry types prepared according to regulatory requirements and customer commitments or by direction of the team leader or supervisor. • Process documents through the CLASS import system and interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant customs… Show more Import specialist Summary of Key Responsibilities • Receive, review, and process import documentation for an assigned base of accounts, including all entry types prepared according to regulatory requirements and customer commitments or by direction of the team leader or supervisor. • Process documents through the CLASS import system and interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant customs brokerage transactions. • Assist in work stream development of new accounts including reviewing all documentation and forms, maintaining communications with clients, reviewing their import process on a regular basis, and maintaining client profiles and databases. • Obtain Customs release and other government agency releases as appropriate, arranging delivery, and invoicing the import account. • Process Customs release, OGA release, delivery of cargo, and invoicing to importer for services defined within customer and company standards. • Identify and complete transaction tasks that require special handling or expediting to produce compliant customs entry processing. • Review all Customs entries and client invoice packages prior to distribution. • Advises supervisor of any problems or irregularities. • Proactively communicate to clients the status of their shipments. • Coordinate the release of goods from the carrier, customs or other governmental agency examinations that may be required. • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

• Logistics Operations Specialist

  • Apr 2007 - Dec 2012

  Elk Grove Village,IL Provide customer service to the assigned base of accounts. Determine customer requirements and establish effective processes to ensure requirements are met. Create billing documents. Develop and maintain excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Coordinate requirements with the established shippers. Track material as required. Publish operational and management reports. Monitor and report baseline customer service key performance indicators (KPI)… Show more Provide customer service to the assigned base of accounts. Determine customer requirements and establish effective processes to ensure requirements are met. Create billing documents. Develop and maintain excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Coordinate requirements with the established shippers. Track material as required. Publish operational and management reports. Monitor and report baseline customer service key performance indicators (KPI), including product availability, order fill rate, order -to -delivery and promotional analysis. Manage Receiving, Shipping, Inventory Control, and Picking of warehouse facilities. Maintain, develop, and monitor reports for productivity and enforcement of client service level agreements for inventory management and logistics. Lead warehouse functions for the organization in a manner to promote safety and compliance with OSHA and other appropriate standards. Support other tasks and responsibilities, both permanent and temporary as assigned or directed by management.