Alyssa Intorcia
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Highly organized Import Specialist with proven expertise in coordinating documentation and shipments. Successful at getting materials delivered quickly and minimizing customs delays with accurate paperwork handling.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Ocean & Air import specialist
DSV Air & Sea
Iselin, Nj
04.2006 - Current
- Managed import documentation and compliance for international shipments.
- Coordinated with customs officials to ensure timely clearance of goods.
- Analyzed shipping data to optimize logistics and reduce delays.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding shipment schedules and requirements.
- Arranged delivery with consignees and handled after-hours and weekend shipments.
- Managed expeditious movement of cargo between sellers, storage, and destination locations.
- Coordinated the movement of goods from overseas vendors to domestic warehouses or customers.
- Inspected incoming shipments for conformance to established quality standards prior to release from Customs inspection area.
- Facilitated communication between shippers, carriers, customers, brokers throughout the entire import process.
- Monitored foreign currency exchange rates to ensure that payments are made in a timely manner according to contractual agreements.
- Developed strategies to minimize costs associated with imports, such as duties, taxes, freight charges and insurance.
- Collaborated closely with internal departments such as purchasing, sales and finance regarding product availability, pricing structures, payment terms and customer requirements.
- Managed the filing of all required paperwork associated with import and export activities.
- Ensured timely clearance of imported merchandise through Customs offices.
- Requested and compiled necessary customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.
- Cleared goods through customs and verified delivery to client destinations.
Accounts Payable Manager
DSV Air & Sea
Iselin, NJ
08.2001 - 04.2006
- Managed accounts payable processes ensuring timely vendor payments.
- Supervised a team of accounts payable clerks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Reviewed and approved invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Analyzed payment trends to recommend improvements in financial operations.
- Oversaw month-end closing activities related to accounts payable functions.
- Coordinated with vendors to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong relationships.
- Implemented training programs to develop staff skills in financial procedures.
- Monitored daily accounts payable activities and ensured compliance with established internal control procedures.
- Negotiated payment terms with vendors to maximize cash flow and minimize interest expenses.
- Ensured all payments were made in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting -
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYSkills
- Import compliance
- Customs documentation
- Trade regulations
- Shipping logistics
Timeline
Ocean & Air import specialist
DSV Air & Sea
04.2006 - Current
Accounts Payable Manager
DSV Air & Sea
08.2001 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Accounting -
College of Staten Island