ALINE BARREIROS
Miramar,FL
Summary
Trilingual (English, Portuguese, Spanish) logistics and operations professional with 25+ years of international experience, including extensive operational leadership in the United States, with a strong presence across the Florida region. Proven expertise in freight forwarding, import operations, customs compliance, and multi-branch logistics management, delivering integrated logistics solutions in complex and high-volume environments. Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and an MBA in Transportation and Logistics Management. Former Founding Partner and Director of Albar Logistics Brazil, a freight forwarder specialized in project cargo and premium logistics solutions. Led large-scale logistics operations supporting hundreds of power plants across Brazil, including hydroelectric, thermal, gas, wind, and biomass projects. In the U.S., successfully managed import operations, customer service, regulatory compliance, and team leadership across multiple offices in Florida, with a strong track record in financial analysis, profitability management, and client advisory for international trade operations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seafreight Supervisor Florida Region
Kuehne & Nagel
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed import operations for three branch offices across Florida (Miami, Orlando, and Tampa).
- Supervised daily freight forwarding operations, ensuring on-time shipment execution and compliance with U.S. regulations.
- Led and managed operations and customer service teams, including performance oversight and workflow coordination.
- Coordinated end-to-end import shipments, including booking, documentation, customs clearance, and final delivery.
- Ensured compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
- Reviewed and approved import documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and entry documents.
- Maintained direct communication with ocean carriers, trucking companies, and logistics vendors.
- Conducted client meetings and on-site visits to support operational needs and strengthen customer relationships.
- Oversaw customer service operations, resolving shipment issues and ensuring high service levels.
- Participated in financial operations, including month-end closing, cost analysis, and operational reporting.
- Performed profitability analysis by customer, identifying cost optimization opportunities.
- Acted as a liaison between operations, finance, sales, customers, and external partners.
Office Manager
Hospitality Services Unlimited
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Oversee daily office operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and maintaining a productive environment.
- Coordinate office supplies, inventory management, and ensure efficient ordering systems.
- Maintain relationships with key clients, suppliers, and vendors in Jamaica and internationally.
- Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of food products.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and resolve issues related to shipments or product availability.
- Ensure all import/export documentation is accurate and up to date, including shipping invoices, customs declarations, and compliance with food safety regulations.
- Coordinate with customs and logistics teams to ensure smooth border clearances for shipments.
- Coordinate shipment schedules, tracking deliveries, and resolve any issues related to product shipments to Jamaica.
- Work with freight forwarders, shipping companies, and logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of food products.
- Monitor and track inventory levels to ensure supply meets demand.
- Supervise and support administrative staff, delegating tasks, and ensuring team performance meets company goals.
- Assist with the recruitment and onboarding process of new office staff.
- Maintain employee records, manage payroll, and ensure compliance with labor laws.
Director
Albar Logistics Advisoring
01.2019 - 10.2024
- Consultant online in Freight and Logistics for the Brazilian Import and Export companies.
- Preparation of action plan for companies operations, creation of project execution strategies.
Operational Director and Partner
Albar Logistics Ltda (Freight Forwarder)
01.2001 - 01.2019
- Oversaw all company operations and created and implemented project execution strategies.
- Developed international business and established partnerships and joint ventures.
- Secured new customers and suppliers in the USA, South America, Europe and Asia.
- Conducted market research and analysis and coordinated sales, technical and operational staff.
- Elaborated international business proposals and participated in due diligence processes.
- Attended and participated in international trade fairs and events and handled international logistics.
- Negotiated freight rates contracts with shipping lines, airlines and international partners.
- Major Projects:
- Santiago Metro Line 4 and Santiago Metro Line 2: Door to door road exportation of 260 subway cars (each car weighing 32 tons and measuring 6,462 cubic feet) from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Santiago, Chile.
- Rio Madeira-Rondonia Hydro Electric Power Plant (2,500 tons/176,500 cubic feet).
- El Dilúvio Gas Pipeline – Venezuela (13,000 tons/1,094,755 cubic feet).
- UFN3 – International logistics and ocean freight of special equipment for Nitrogen Fertilizer Unit.
- TEPOR - Port Terminal in Macae – Logistics studies for the implementation of a maritime terminal to supply boats in Macae (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil).
- OCYAN – Logistics studies related to technical feasibility of the area for assembly of CompRiser in Rio de Janeiro.
- PETROBRAS – Several projects (over 10,000 tons/1,059,440 cubic feet).
Sea Freight Operations Coordinator
Kuehne & Nagel Do Brasil (Freight Forwarder)
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Regularly contacted importers and exporters to ensure shipment demands and specifications were met.
- Visited potential importers and exporters to increase customer portfolios.
- Generated performance metrics, reported on project progress, and managed customer expectations.
- Negotiated freight rates and conditions and shipping terms with shipping companies and airlines to be offered to importers and exporters.
- Coordinated issuance of shipping documents and the deconsolidation process with Brazilian Customs.
- Communicated with customs brokers and logistics providers to resolve any potential issues or delays.
Import Department Coordinator
Furnas Centrais Electricas SA (Energy Company)
01.1996 - 01.1998
Sea and Air Logistics Operations Apprentice
Mitsui do Brasil Import & Export Ltda
01.1994 - 01.1995
Education
MBA - Transportation and Logistics Management
FGV
Brazil01.2002
BARCHELOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & LOGISTICS -
UNESA
Brazil01.1998
Skills
- Multi-Branch Operations Management
- Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Customer Service Operations
- Client Relationship Management
- Ocean Carriers & Trucking Coordination
- Financial Analysis & Month-End Closing
- SOPs & Operational Standards
- Logistics Strategy & Advisory
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Task delegation
Certification
- Dangerous Good cargo certificate
- Air cargo certificate
- Shipping certificate
Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Timeline
Seafreight Supervisor Florida Region
Kuehne & Nagel
03.2025 - 02.2026
Office Manager
Hospitality Services Unlimited
11.2024 - 02.2025
Director
Albar Logistics Advisoring
01.2019 - 10.2024
Operational Director and Partner
Albar Logistics Ltda (Freight Forwarder)
01.2001 - 01.2019
Sea Freight Operations Coordinator
Kuehne & Nagel Do Brasil (Freight Forwarder)
01.1998 - 01.2001
Import Department Coordinator
Furnas Centrais Electricas SA (Energy Company)
01.1996 - 01.1998
Sea and Air Logistics Operations Apprentice
Mitsui do Brasil Import & Export Ltda
01.1994 - 01.1995
MBA - Transportation and Logistics Management
FGV
BARCHELOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & LOGISTICS -
UNESA