Derek M. Sansone

Consumer Products & Mass Merchandising Center

• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Trade laws, to keep Importers compliant with current requirements.
• Provided technical advice to Customs Brokers and Importers on special Tariffs, general Tariff classification and Entry requirements in a rapidly changing environment.
• Conducted detailed Supply Chain reviews from regions suspected of Forced Labor practices.
• Subject Matter Expert, trained >200 Import Specialists in Entry Summary and Invoice requirements.
• Conducted Free Trade Agreement Verifications and Prior Disclosures; participated in Audits resulting in collections >$4 million.
• Entry Document Review: Ensured admissibility of imported merchandise and compliance with Title 19 USC / 19 CFR requirements (recovered apx. $800k). Flagged and investigated potential violations.
• Research Binding Rulings and Judicial Decisions; made decisions pertaining to: Tariff Classification, Value, Anti-Dumping/Countervailing Duties, Marking and Protests.
• Researched and identified areas of risk and trends.
• Consulted with IP Rights Holders; performed >500 Appraisals valued at apx. $3.5 million MSRP.
• Worked with Partner Agencies on FDA Redeliveries (resulting in apx. $300k in Collections) and Consumer Product Safety Commission issues.

• Maintained a high level of vigilance in detecting irregular activities, ensuring prompt action when required.
• Enforced 19 USC / 19 CFR requirements inspecting Commercial and Bonded merchandise; gathered information for Detention, Seizure, or Refusal of merchandise.
• Conducted inspections of passengers, vehicles and cargo where radiation existed; identified radioactive isotopes, determined legitimacy and safety of radiation source.
• Conducted interviews / inspections on returning U.S. citizens and Non-Immigrant aliens. Ran criminal record checks, performed vehicle / baggage searches, and warrant execution.
• VACIS operator. X-ray freight, conveyances and shipping containers.
• Collaborated with State and Local Law Enforcement agencies as needed.
• Ensured database accuracy, generated reports for Port and National offices.
• Monitored international flight diversions into Buffalo and Rochester, NY.
• Worked in Vehicle Export Office.
• Letter of Appreciation for involvement in seizure of 27,000 Ecstasy tablets and 2 arrests.

• Supervised Logistical support for over 10,000 incoming and outgoing passenger, baggage, cargo, crew rotation, mail and air refueling flight operations.
• Primary Dispatcher; Directly supervised 10 subordinates.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple priorities.

• Responsible for dispatching 12 delivery vehicles in a fast-paced lumber yard.
• Adapted quickly to changing situations, ensuring uninterrupted dispatch operations. Balanced routes and volume to meet existing commitments and changing customer needs.
• Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Determined order picking sequence to meet customer schedules.
• Ensured correct invoicing and accuracy of picked orders.
• Tracked fuel consumption / maintenance costs on delivery and sales staff vehicles.
• Wrote preventative maintenance schedule; ensured completion of interim repairs.

• Responsible for Film Testing / Quality Assurance; supported Research and Production.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.
• Participated in projects reducing waste, errors, downtime, cost and defects.
• Worked w/densitometers, sound microscopes and projectors in clean room conditions.
• Trained new operators in machine set-up, operation and maintenance.

• Worked on feature and breaking news stories in the field and newsroom.

• Responsible for furniture department displays, inventories, sales and floor merchandising.