George Gil
Paramount,CA
Summary
Experienced in navigating customs regulations and improving team efficiency, my tenure at Clearfreight Inc demonstrated my expertise in streamlining import processes and reducing shipping delays through optimized coordination efforts.
Utilizing strong problem-solving skills and effective communication, I successfully enhanced operational workflows and increased customer satisfaction. With a solid background in import coordination, I possess knowledge in logistics, customs regulations, and supply chain management. My focus on team collaboration and achieving results enables me to adapt to changing needs.
Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and process optimization, I am a reliable and driven candidate committed to contributing effectively to organizational success.
With exceptional organizational skills and a positive attitude, I excel at managing multiple priorities while willingly taking on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Import Coordinator
Clearfreight Inc
02.2002 - Current
- Ensured timely delivery of imported goods by closely monitoring shipment statuses and addressing potential issues promptly.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies efficiently, ensuring accurate financial records and prompt payment to suppliers.
- Maintained compliance with customs regulations by diligently reviewing and submitting accurate paperwork.
- Provided training for junior team members on best practices in import coordination, contributing to overall departmental efficiency.
- Coordinated shipments of product from country of origin to final destination by both air and land transport.
- Managed the resolution of customs-related issues, liaising with government agencies to ensure timely release of shipments.
- Updated and maintained manuals and adhered to governmental regulations that affected product import.
- Created and wrote up new process instructions, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Developed tracking reports, which alleviated customer calls and boosted time savings.
- Established, supervised and continuously improved import process flows in conformance with rules, procedures, and company policy.
- Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
- Accurately input shipment details into company's system using Cargo Wise
- Reduced shipping delays through proactive coordination with vendors and carriers.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders and customers.
- Coordinated with shipping and transport companies on behalf of clients.
- Obtained necessary import and export licenses and permits for shipments.
- Followed SOPs with all customer account actions and data management to keep consistent service levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA07-1991
High School Diploma -
Evans Community Adult School
Los Angeles, CA06-1988
Skills
- Customs regulations compliance
- Effective Communication
- Shipment categorization
- Accurate data entry
- Tariff coding system
- Tracking shipments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
Certification
- Dangerous Goods Certification – International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Import Coordinator
Clearfreight Inc
02.2002 - Current
- Dangerous Goods Certification – International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Associate of Science - Biology
Los Angeles City College
High School Diploma -
Evans Community Adult School
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