Ed Artigas
Miami,FL
Summary
Driven professional with a proven track record in logistics management and team leadership, notably at Customer Clearance Solutions. Excelled in shipping coordination and optimizing operational workflows, enhancing efficiency by over 30%. Skilled in warehouse operations and adept at fostering collaborative environments, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal abilities. Superior Import Manager directs and manages import activities to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. Supervises logistics and establishes and maintains working relationships with freight forwarders and carriers to facilitate and streamline processes. Demonstrated knowledge of freight contracts with strong cross-functional leadership skills. Geographically-aware Entry specialist and logistic co-ordinator with 30 years of imports expertise combined with 26 years of experience in supervisory roles. Well-versed in communicating complex requirements to importers to meet regulatory requirements. Processed-oriented mindset with superior analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Cruise Logistics Specialist
Customs Clearance Solutions
2022.04 - 2023.09
- Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.
Import Specialist
MR Logistic Solutions
2019.12 - 2022.03
- Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Coordinated with internal teams to enable timely ordering, shipping and receipt of goods.
Customs Entry Writer
Customs Clearance Solutions
2016.04 - 2019.12
- Delivered exceptional customer service through fast and accurate processing of entries, professional, precise communication and coordination with other departments to resolve inquires.
- Procured and coordinated cargo dispatched with preferred carriers, obtained delivery confirmation and finalized rates and assessorial charges.
- Collaborated with support staff and modal departments to maintain import data integrity and compliance with customer SOP.
- Identified and resolved issues with potential to delay cargo release or final delivery.
Customs Compliance
A Customs Brokerage
2015.11 - 2016.04
- Exported documentation and procedures related to shipping, commodity classification and customs compliance.
- Documented trips and expenses using ACS to create accurate records for payroll and legal compliance.
- Assessed components against environmental standards and regulations to determine compliance.
- Coordinated with local authorities to verify club compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Import Manager
Artgue Internaional
2005.07 - 2015.08
- Oversaw timely and accurate US Customs filings and related documents to facilitate communications flow.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
- Coordinated company product shipments and international transactions to eliminate freight delays.
- Coordinated and negotiated contracts to facilitate freight movements.
Customs Entry Writer
Alba Wheels Up International
1999.12 - 2005.07
- Delivered exceptional customer service through fast and accurate processing of entries, professional, precise communication and coordination with other departments to resolve inquires.
- Procured and coordinated cargo dispatched with preferred carriers, obtained delivery confirmation and finalized rates and assessorial charges.
- Identified and resolved issues with potential to delay cargo release or final delivery.
Import Manger
Carl Matusek Shipping
1995.09 - 1999.12
- Oversaw timely and accurate US Customs filings and related documents to facilitate communications flow.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
- Coordinated and negotiated contracts to facilitate freight movements.
- Served as expert point-of-contact for internal and external questions and issues dealing with import and export operations to drive consistent communication.
- Coordinated company product shipments and international transactions to eliminate freight delays.
Education
Associate of Arts And Sciences - Audio Engineering
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA06.1994
Bachelors - Communications , Audio Engineering
Principia College
Elsah, IL05.1991
High School Diploma -
Principia Upper School
St Louis, MO05.1987
Skills
- Warehouse Entry specialist
- Cruise Logistics Expert
- CBP walkthrough Specialist
- Truck Broker coordination
- Warehouse Operations
- Logistics Management
- Transportation Planning
- Team support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cruise Logistics Specialist
Customs Clearance Solutions
2022.04 - 2023.09
Import Specialist
MR Logistic Solutions
2019.12 - 2022.03
Customs Entry Writer
Customs Clearance Solutions
2016.04 - 2019.12
Customs Compliance
A Customs Brokerage
2015.11 - 2016.04
Import Manager
Artgue Internaional
2005.07 - 2015.08
Customs Entry Writer
Alba Wheels Up International
1999.12 - 2005.07
Import Manger
Carl Matusek Shipping
1995.09 - 1999.12
Associate of Arts And Sciences - Audio Engineering
Sacramento City College
Bachelors - Communications , Audio Engineering
Principia College
High School Diploma -
Principia Upper School
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