Lacie-Ann Barbour
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Trade compliance expert with strong background in regulatory requirements and international trade laws. Skilled in risk assessment, import/export management, and ensuring adherence to global compliance standards. Known for fostering collaboration and adapting to evolving demands. Trusted for delivering measurable results and supporting team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Trade Compliance Manager, Bonded Warehouse
CROSSFIRE LOGISTICS INC
11.2023 - Current
- Reduced risk of non-compliance fines with thorough audit preparations and documentation reviews.
- Implemented automated systems for improved tracking of import/export transactions, reducing manual error rates significantly.
- Established strong relationships with customs authorities, fostering an environment of cooperation and transparency.
- Streamlined import/export processes for increased accuracy and reduced turnaround time.
- Analyzed data on import/export activities to identify areas for improvement or optimization within existing processes and procedures.
- Developed a robust record-keeping system for maintaining detailed documentation of all import/export activities, supporting audit readiness and demonstrating due diligence in trade compliance management.
General Manager, CFS
Norfolk Bonded Warehouse, LLC
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
Operations Manager, Freight Forwarding
Nippon Express
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Terminal Manager of CFS
Philadelphia Truck Lines
12.2016 - 06.2021
- Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
- Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
- Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
- Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions and evaluating drivers.
- Promoted safety programs throughout terminal by conducting meetings and communicating safety program messages.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance employee skills, productivity, and overall job satisfaction.
- Directed and monitored tracking, routing and dispatching transportation vehicles.
- Coordinated and monitored maintenance and repair of company vehicles to provide timely servicing.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Increased on-time performance with proactive scheduling and efficient workforce deployment.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service at all times.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General
The Mandarin School
06.2015
Skills
- Trade Compliance
- Ocean Transportation
- Import Operations
- Internal controls development
- Policy and procedure development
- Export control regulations
- Supply chain security
- Import compliance management
Timeline
Trade Compliance Manager, Bonded Warehouse
CROSSFIRE LOGISTICS INC
11.2023 - Current
General Manager, CFS
Norfolk Bonded Warehouse, LLC
04.2022 - 06.2023
Operations Manager, Freight Forwarding
Nippon Express
09.2021 - 05.2022
Terminal Manager of CFS
Philadelphia Truck Lines
12.2016 - 06.2021
High School Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General
The Mandarin School
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