Aaliyah Rashad
25 Bruce Lane,GA
Summary
Meticulous senior export agent, excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Broad industry experience includes both ocean export and import.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vessel Closeout Analyst
Ocean Network Express
Atlanta, GA
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the successful execution of the Vessel Closeout process.
- Efficiently reconcile port pairs with terminals to ensure intended containers load vessels with everything required to be exported.
- Provide knowledge about nonstandard vessel closeout issues to internal/external parties.
- Research and respond to routine/non-routine customer issues/problems and make recommendations for solutions of nonstandard issues.
- Trace containers within rail websites for advancing, rolling and reducing shipments; submits reports to US Customs.
- Track and trace shipper documents required for containers to load to intended vessels.
- Act as liaise with Company and port operations, documentation, customer service.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Queried databases for information needed for report processing.
Global Forwarding Agent
CH Robinson
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained open communication with global locations to facilitate smooth collaboration.
- Calculated weight, volume or cost of goods to be moved.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations or other factors that could affect freight shipping.
- Prepared bills of lading, packing lists, dock receipts and certificates of origin for each shipment.
Ocean Export Gateway Coordinator
DSV Air & Sea
Atlanta, GA
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Compared shipments and documents against internal DG software and IMDG standards to identify and resolve any compliance issues.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations or other factors that could affect freight shipping.
- Developed and deepened successful partnerships with representatives of other shipping companies.
- Prepared bills of lading, packing lists, dock receipts and certificates of origin for each shipment.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Ocean Export Customer Service Agent
Panalpina
Atlanta, GA
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Completed AES filings for U.S. Customs exports requirements, prepared letters of credit and put together export declarations.
- Obtained competitive rates and space with steamship lines, railways and trucking companies.
- Documented waybill data and dimensions and weights of cargo in computer database.
- Verified shipments against documents to maintain accuracy.
- Followed the requirements and regulations for dangerous goods handling.
- Communicated with dispatchers, warehouses and customers regarding outgoing orders.
- Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments.
Senior Export Agent
Nippon Express USA
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Prepared and processed, delivery orders, dock receipts, warehouse work orders, ocean bills of lading, insurance certificates, certificates of origin, shipper's export declaration and customs invoices. Processed documents through AS400 system in timely manner meeting all company and government deadlines. Prepared and/or sent advance notification of shipments and documents to banks, shippers, consignees, destination offices. Calculated ocean freight rates and marine insurance accurately. Closed files and distributed documents in compliance with export standards. Processed documentation for hazardous shipments.
Ocean Export / Import Agent
Yusen Air & Sea Services USA
Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Obtained shipment documents and data from origin offices worldwide and clients for the processing of import shipments. Coordinated the release of goods from customs, carriers and governments agencies. Tracked and traced shipments according to specified protocols. Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on shipments and classified goods according to tariff coding system. Provided advice to customers on import restrictions, tariff systems and insurance requirements. Communicated with customers, vendors and company offices to ensure that all information is flowed smoothly. Negotiated rates with drayage companies.
Ocean Export Agent
Kintetsu World Express(U.S.A.), Inc
Atlanta, GA
12.2011 - 09.2013
- Prepared and processed delivery orders, dock receipts, warehouse work orders, ocean bills of lading, insurance certificates, certificates of origin, shipper's export declaration and customs invoices. Processed documents through AS400 system. Prepared and/or sent advance notification of shipments and documents to banks, shippers, consignees, destination offices. Calculated ocean freight rates and marine insurance accurately. Arranged, booked and confirmed cargo space on vessels while coordinating the ordering of cargo to the port. Closed files and distributed documents in accordance with requirements and in compliance with export standards.
Field Engineer
Holder Construction Co
Phoenix, AZ
04.2007 - 10.2009
- Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes. Delivered high-quality field services, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability under pressure. Prepared documentation that would be used in requests for proposal.
Field Engineer
Archer Western Construction
Atlanta, GA
06.2005 - 09.2007
- Managed field crew efficiently, keeping up with project deadlines. Ensured the safe operation of company equipment and vehicles in the field. Operated Trimble GPS unit. Set stakes with layout information, read plans and calculated layout information. Kept superintendents and project managers abreast of project progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker High School
Atlanta, GA1995
Skills
Self-motivated, Team leader, Strong verbal communication, Team player, Fast learner, Strong customer service, Extremely organized
Certification
Basic Electricity, Basic Electronics & Digital Electronics Certification - Central Georgia Technical College Macon,
GA
Auto Cad Releases 14, 2000 and 2008 Certification - Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Air Traffic Control Apprenticeship Certification - Federal Aviation Administration Keesler Air Force Base,
Dangerous Goods Transport by Ocean Certification - DGM USA Atlanta Atlanta, GA
Timeline
Vessel Closeout Analyst
Ocean Network Express
03.2023 - Current
Global Forwarding Agent
CH Robinson
11.2021 - 09.2022
Ocean Export Gateway Coordinator
DSV Air & Sea
02.2019 - 11.2021
Ocean Export Customer Service Agent
Panalpina
05.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Export Agent
Nippon Express USA
01.2015 - 05.2018
Ocean Export / Import Agent
Yusen Air & Sea Services USA
01.2014 - 09.2015
Ocean Export Agent
Kintetsu World Express(U.S.A.), Inc
12.2011 - 09.2013
Field Engineer
Holder Construction Co
04.2007 - 10.2009
Field Engineer
Archer Western Construction
06.2005 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker High School