Alan Obinger
Robbinsdale,MN
Summary
Efficient Import and Export Coordinator with extensive experience in logistics and international trade. Skilled in coordinating import and export activities, customs clearance and freight forwarding. Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and nurturing solid relationships with stakeholders.
Collaborative coordinator eager to leverage knowledge in freight forwarding and logistics. Skilled in tracking shipments, managing customs documentation and working effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong negotiation skills with good understanding of international trade regulations.
Strategic Ocean Export Coordinator with substantial background in logistics and supply chain management. Adept at coordinating and managing import and export of goods with keen eye for timely delivery and compliance with customs regulations. Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Ocean Export Coordinator
Superior Brokerage Services Inc.
11.2013 - Current
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Coordinated with internal teams to enable timely ordering, shipping and receipt of goods.
- Investigated discrepancies in shipping documents and resolved issues with vendors.
- Coordinated shipments, determining timely transport of goods from point of origin to final destination.
- Readied bills of lading, packing lists, dock receipts and certificates of origin for each shipment.
- Provided tracking information to enable clients to monitor progress of shipments.
- Stayed on top of shipment locations and current status to update offices and customers.
- Maintained open communication with global locations to facilitate smooth collaboration.
Front Counter Staff Member
Broadway Rental Equipment
04.2004 - 10.2013
- Greeted customers with enthusiasm, offered to take orders and fulfilled each quickly and correctly.
- Provided callers with product and customer service information to foster brand loyalty.
- Addressed guest complaints and resolved issues to promote satisfaction.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries, answering questions and offering insight into products.
- Determined clients' needs and helped select appropriate rentals fulfilling requirements.
- Kept up-to-date rental records and customer information in company systems to track client interests and preferences.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maranatha Christian Academy
Brooklyn Park, MN06.2003
Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Reading Comprehension
- Data Communications
- International Shipments
- Import and Export Operations
- Team Meetings
- Microsoft Office
- Customs Documents
- Time Management
Timeline
Ocean Export Coordinator
Superior Brokerage Services Inc.
11.2013 - Current
Front Counter Staff Member
Broadway Rental Equipment
04.2004 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Maranatha Christian Academy
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