ftz/complaince/logistics manager

Posted on: 2006-06-08

Jeannine Hershenhorn 28 Salem Hill Road, Howell , N.J. 07731 732-961-0294 or 908 -415-1583 [email protected] Objective Motivated, results-driven Operations Specialist with extensive experience Seeking a challenging position as a professional in management. Wants to join an organization that provides a supportive and co-operative environment with opportunities to contribute and diversify my knowledge, experience and skills challenge me intellectually and offers me good potential for future growth Skills Summary A professional with more than 15 years experience demonstrating organizational skills Varied but accomplished background in operations, and customer service. An individual who works well individually or as part of a team. Ability to multi-task while successfully completing projects in a timely manner. Interact regularly with other company departments, broker, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and other relevant government agencies. Knowledge of ABI of customs, tariffs, laws and regulations. Regulatory compliance carriers, rates, services, and routes. Experience Foreign Trade Zone/ Customs Compliance Manager, Movado Group, Moonachie, NJ October 2001-February2006 Key responsibilities include: developing, modifying, documenting and implementing operating procedures. Monitor recent developments in customs law, especially developments that pertain to FTZ, and inform appropriate personnel and adjust business procedures accordingly. .provides expert advice and counsel concerning the documentation requirements and obligations of importing/exporting products in conformity with the US Customs regulations... Managing the daily operations of the FTZ. Preparations of daily and weekly CF214’s and 7512’s, and entry summary (7501). Ensure timely filing, customs clearance ABI transmission of Data and ACH payment. Provide annual FTZ reports as required Coordinate inbound and outbound bonded shipments Designate customs classifications if products imported into US. Developing and maintained a solid record keeping system Serve as primary contact with government officials, customs brokers, attorneys, and trade associations on customs matters related to classification, valuation, compliance audits and trade legislation. Assist in managing operations in the traffic department Import Air/Ocean Brokerage, Hellmann Worldwide, Springfield, NJ August 2000-September2001 Tracking of the incoming import shipments To arrange and prepared imports documents accordingly for dispatch and customs clearance i.e. - Fish and Wildlife. General logistics work -- including freight, shipping lines/airlines, transport, documentation, quality control, export licensing, , and general accounting functions. Assisted in daily ACH payments Coordinate timely transits ,for delivery to customers in a cost effective quick resolution of issues, Customer Service Representative, MSAS/EXCEL, Jamaica, NY April 1992-July 2000 Responsible for major import brokerage customers Newport News, Movado .Preparation of documentation for customs clearance Data input for ABI transmissions. Processed all documentation and paperwork for global shipments to include bills of lading, permits, and licenses Traffic Manager, Galaxy Freight Service, Jamaica, NY September 1990-March 1992 Proven abilities in freight dispatching and routing for both air and ocean creating manifests for ocean and air freight.-timely transport and delivery of international freight Container loading, de-stuffing, Keep track of container arrived at CFS and returned back to Empty Yard. Handle phone call queries regarding import shipment Demonstrated strong focus on customer service, offering genuine care and assisting clients Customer Service , Alba Custom House Brokers , Jamaica, N.Y Responsible import brokerage customers Preparation of documentation for customs clearance. , Typing checks and forms. April 1986-July 1989 Education and Experiences Queens College, Flushing N.Y. Graduated with Bachelors Degree in Sociology/ Communications 1979-1983 Member of NAFTZ Custom House Brokerage classes Personal computer proficiency References and salary requirements upon request•