Professional Summary
Trade Compliance Specialist with over 5 years of experience ensuring regulatory adherence and optimizing supply chain processes. Proven ability to navigate complex customs landscapes, reduce duty exposure, and implement compliance training programmes. Recognized for leveraging data analytics to support decision-making and mitigate trade risks.
Skills
- Supply Chain
- Communication
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Customs Brokerage
Experience
Trade Compliance Specialist — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
- Reduced annual duty exposure by $1.2M through tariff classification audits and FTA qualification.
- Established and led cross-functional compliance training, enhancing knowledge retention by 40%.
- Coordinated quarterly audits with external customs brokers, achieving a 100% pass rate.
- Optimised data reporting processes for entry filings, cutting cycle time by 25% and improving accuracy.
- Reviewed and approved all export documentation to ensure ITAR/EAR compliance.
Trade Operations Associate — Airborne Systems
- Managed import clearance for $300M in annual shipments while maintaining 98% compliance.
- Analysed duty drawback eligibility, capturing $450K in recoverable payments within six months.
- Streamlined entry documentation workflows, reducing customs hold time by 30%.
- Supported trade audits by compiling detailed documentation and responding to inquiries promptly.
- Developed customs training materials that improved onboarding consistency for supply chain staff.
Education
MBA
Ohio State University
Certifications
- Customs Compliance Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Export Specialist (CES)