Arda Yildiz
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Experienced in Air & Sea Logistics and Compliance Analysis, adept at negotiating with airlines, booking shipments, and ensuring smooth coordination with warehouses. Skilled troubleshooter with a track record of maintaining client satisfaction. Managed high export volumes efficiently to meet tight deadlines. Proficient Compliance Analyst ensuring regulatory adherence and conducting thorough audits. Knowledgeable in U.S. international logistics regulations, with a proactive problem-solving approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Export Compliance Analyst
Abbot Laboratories
05.2023 - Current
- Applied working knowledge of import/export regulations and requirements to support business needs
- Consolidated and analyzed import/export data to identify risks or opportunities for savings
- Prepared reports and made recommendations to management, as appropriate
- Provided analytical support related to CBP Requests for Information, Post Entry Amendments, and Prior Disclosures
- Ensured proper classification, valuation, and origin determination for the site's imported goods, including noncommercial goods
- Implemented appropriate corrective actions in response to any findings in the Corporate C&TC compliance assessment, as directed by Supervisor/Manager
- Provided analytical support, as needed, for reporting price adjustments, royalties, etc. via CBP Reconciliation Prototype Program
- Conducted effective and timely transactional review/audit of all import/export records
- Elevated issues requiring correction to Corporate C&TC
- Personally educated self on latest Customs, FDA, and other government agency import regulations
- Reviewed, analyzed and evaluated export transactions to recommend process improvements.
Air Gateway Export Coordinator
Kuehne + Nagel
07.2021 - 01.2022
- The company is specialized in Air & Sea International Logistics
- Responsibilities include but not limited to; Closely negotiating with airline companies to obtain the most suitable prices for shipments, Booking shipments, Preparing AWB documents based on types of shipments (Dangerous goods, Pharma & etc.), Establishing coordination with warehouses in & out, Communicating with clients and updating them, Trouble shooting for problems may occur.
- Achieved faster response times to client inquiries by streamlining internal communication channels within organization.
- Managed high volume of export orders, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines.
- Handled pricing and routing for over 150+ international shipments every month.
Sea Freight FCL Import Coordinator
Kuehne + Nagel
01.2020 - 07.2021
- The company is specialized in Air & Sea International Logistics
- Gained practical experience in; Techniques for trouble shooting, U.S
- Regulations for international ocean transportation and logistics, Procedures, Preparing customs documents, Efficiently communicating with clients, Financial reporting.
- Coordinated logistics for successful importation of high-value merchandise, ensuring proper handling and transportation arrangements were made.
- Conducted regular audits on imported goods to maintain accurate records and uphold regulatory compliance.
Foreign Trade Specialist
Akdan Consultants Inc.
03.2018 - 04.2019
- The company was providing consultancy services to various industries who want to develop, increase export business
- Responsibilities included but not limited to; Conducting feasibility studies, domestic and foreign market research to increase efficiency and competitiveness, Providing training in general foreign trade principals.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Economics & Administrative Science -
Cankaya University
Ankara, Turkey06.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Proficient)
- Mail Programs (Proficient)
- SAP(Moderate)
- Export compliance knowledge
- Customs regulations understanding
- International Trade Expertise
- Trade automation(Proficient)
Certification
- International Trade Specialization, Ankara Chamber of Commerce, Ankara, Turkey, 01/01/2018 - 06/25/2018, 96
- Financial Literacy For Entrepreneurs, Habitat Assoc., Istanbul, Turkey, 02/23/2018 - 03/28/2018, 25
Part Time Works
- Administrative Assistant, Çankaya University Career Planning & Culture Works Office, Ankara, Turkey, 03/2016 - 06/2017
Social Activities
- Instructor, Financial Literacy For Entrepreneurs, Ankara, Turkey, Fall 2019 & Fall 2018, Organized a seminar for 18-25 age students interested in entrepreneurship. Led instructional seminars for participants in Microsoft Excel.
- Team Leader of Outgoing Global Entrepreneurship & Talent Program, 10/2017 - 12/2018, AIESEC is a global platform for young people to develop their leadership potential through international internships and volunteer opportunities. Founded in 1948.
- Young Entrepreneurs Club Active Member, Ankara, Turkey, Spring 2014 - Fall 2018
Work Eligibility
Eligible to Work in the United States
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Export Compliance Analyst
Abbot Laboratories
05.2023 - Current
Air Gateway Export Coordinator
Kuehne + Nagel
07.2021 - 01.2022
Sea Freight FCL Import Coordinator
Kuehne + Nagel
01.2020 - 07.2021
Foreign Trade Specialist
Akdan Consultants Inc.
03.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science in Economics & Administrative Science -
Cankaya University