Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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Brianna McKinney

Riverdale,GA
Brianna McKinney

Summary

Hardworking, process driven, and diligent Imports Coordinator dedicated to providing customer-centered care and support for local and international clients. Computer savvy, self motivated and a strong communicator with skillful consideration to anticipate and resolve issues. Looking to offer 8 years of experience to challenging new role with room for advancement. Ready for a new role working as part of a highly talented team.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

DSV Air & Sea
Atlanta, GA

Import Coordinator
06.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Coordinated daily transfer shipments with proper documentation logs.
  • Drove continuous performance improvement to import functions and metrics.
  • Input shipment details into CargoWise One, updating with tracking information upon confirmation.
  • Facilitated communication between company, customers and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.
  • Scheduled and booked transportations for 80-120 shipments per month.
  • Assessed, monitored and reported on work progression.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop project solutions resulting in on-time execution.
  • Introduced change improvement plans to achieve goals, methodologies and initiatives.
  • Established and maintained quality performance metrics to meet objectives.
  • Troubleshot and resolved non-technical issues using support documentation and training.

EMO Trans
Riverdale, GA

Import Specialist
12.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Managed high profile Foreign to Foreign account daily processes, from pre-alert to delivery and billing
  • Managed shipment tracking reports and spreadsheets to ensure accurate dates and tracking to the client and agents
  • Monitored shipments and obtained clearance from customs and other agencies.
  • Acted as backup trader for absent employees and performed primary trading duties when necessary.
  • Answered customer phone calls and emails and addressed questions, needs and concerns.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.

Green Worldwide Shipping, Ga
Atlanta, GA

Ocean and Air Import Specialist
11.2020 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Coordinated timely bookings with transport services on behalf of a high profile customer.
  • Recorded and monitored tracking for import operations, serving as the link between agents and client, to facilitate seamless operations and communications
  • Audited files to verify completeness and accuracy of paperwork to prevent errors.
  • Arranged delivery with consignees and handled after-hours and weekend shipments.
  • Scheduled and booked transportations for upwards of 80 shipments per month.
  • Managed shipment tracking reports to ensure accurate dates and tracking to the client
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Mitsubishi Logistics America
Atlanta, Ga

Import Coordinator
06.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Managed Import process from “scratch to the end/ from A to Z” from pre-alert to delivery and billing
  • Recorded and monitored tracking for import operations, serving as the link between agents and customers, to facilitate seamless operations and communications
  • Reviewed and verified entry documents for customs entry,
  • Responsible for organizing interoffice events to contribute to positive morale and positive employee interactions
  • Support other desks as needed
  • Oversaw management of inbound cargo logistics.
  • Identified process improvements and included within departmental procedures, effectively boosting team efficiency 25%.
  • Implemented new tracking reports and delivered to customers, reducing telephone inquiries.

Vantec-Hitachi Transport
Riverdale, Ga

Air Import Coordinator
07.2018 - 04.2019

Job overview

  • Printed and processed incoming air pre-alerts for clearance
  • Dispatched cleared shipments for pickup and delivery
  • Kept in contact with customers, informed of timelines, transfers and issues/problems
  • Responsible for organizing interoffice events
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Managed expeditious movement of cargo between sellers, storage and destination locations.

R & L Global DBA AFC International Smyrna Ga
Smyrna, GA

Customs Entry Writer
11.2017 - 07.2018

Job overview

  • Prepared and processed import documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures, including Importer Security Filings
  • Cleared goods through customs and verified delivery to client destinations.
  • Facilitated communication between company, customers and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.
  • Requested and compiled necessary customs invoices, certificates of origin and cargo-control documents.
  • Used power of attorney privileges to sign documents on behalf of clients.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Oversaw brokerage department adherence with domestic and international laws and organizational procedures.
  • Processed and completed invoicing processes for timely and accurate billing of imports.

Education

The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA

Some College (No Degree) from Culinary Arts - Baking And Pastry

University Overview

Skills

  • Detail Oriented
  • Well-Trained in CargoWise One
  • Team Building
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Relations
  • People Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Multiple Priorities Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Deadline Adherence
  • Project Coordination

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Korean
Elementary

Timeline

Import Coordinator
DSV Air & Sea
06.2022 - Current
Import Specialist
EMO Trans
12.2021 - 06.2022
Ocean and Air Import Specialist
Green Worldwide Shipping, Ga
11.2020 - 12.2021
Import Coordinator
Mitsubishi Logistics America
06.2019 - 02.2020
Air Import Coordinator
Vantec-Hitachi Transport
07.2018 - 04.2019
Customs Entry Writer
R & L Global DBA AFC International Smyrna Ga
11.2017 - 07.2018
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Some College (No Degree) from Culinary Arts - Baking And Pastry
Brianna McKinney