Maintaining the import/export operational processes, parts classification, documentation, internal/external audit of entry documentation and maintaining reporting to ensure continuous compliance with laws governing international trade.

Strengthening the processes and relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, brokers and internal teams. Auditing the USHTS product classification catalog and compliance procedures.

Monitoring inbound international traffic and coordinating zone admissions and customs clearances with Foreign Trade Zone Operators and Customs Brokers. Providing international customer support to our supply chain. Building strong relationships with the Maisons in Europe, and in the US, to insure timely clearance, delivery of goods and solution to any challenges that arise. Daily tariff classification of goods in a wide variety of areas. A member of the Business Improvement Committee representing the employees of the North America Distribution Center. The Committee plans events and serves as an ombudsman between the employees and the managers.

Audit all Import shipments for accuracy in multiple areas relating to USCBP compliance and corporate compliance. Participate in special projects to identify potential issues then develop and implement procedural improvements. Certified in Hazardous Materials/Dangerous Goods Transportation by land, air and sea.

Member of the Corporate Trade Compliance TeamAnalysis and input of accurate Export Control Classification (ECCN) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification as set forth by U.S. Customs Regulations. Research multiple sources to define all required tariff information including Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), for timely and accurate exportation of requested materials. Participate in special projects involving data entry and quality control of a recent software migration.

Assist homebuyers on disclosures, conditions and all aspects of managing their home buying experience. Facilitate communication between buyers and loan openers, processors and closers in the Chicago home office. As the preferred lender for a national home builder I put an emphasis on relationship building and management with my team members at the builder.

Extremely detailed customer service position working with financial documents for publicly held companies including Annual Reports, Notice and Proxies, Prospectuses and Initial Public Offerings. Coordinate SEC filing, printing and shipping schedules along with any special requirements with clients, multiple internal departments and sales executives.

Coordinated with clients and their counsel to produce financial documents (printed and electronic) in an extremely time sensitive and confidential environment.Developed and strengthened customer relations by providing excellent customer service, which resulted in improved market share. Provided sales support involving verbal, written and electronic communication with client base.Managed all aspects of the office including equipment, supplies, inventory, services and facilities.

Cost accounting position analyzing multiple resources to produce invoices for clients.Communicated with the Customer Service, Production, Shipping and Sales departments to accurately reflect cost, profit margin and taxes in the customer billing process. Member of the Action Council involved with employee and community outreach.