Melissa Zaskoda
Fort Worth
Summary
Focused compliance manager bringing several years of experience managing activities, programs and resources to meet customer needs. Flexible and adaptable with superior communication, relationship management and influencing skills. Proven history of identifying issues, acquiring data and drawing conclusions to support resolution. Strong aptitude for leading teams to effectively address client needs and implement changes by supporting strategic initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FTZ - Import Compliance Supervisor
Mouser Electronics Inc.
Mansfield
08.2018 - Current
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
- Developed training materials for staff on compliance standards.
- Conducted regular audits to identify potential compliance risks.
- Reviewed and updated compliance documentation regularly.
- Monitored changes in regulations to maintain company standards.
- Provided guidance and support to team members on compliance matters.
- Developed and implemented compliance policies and procedures.
- Created monthly metrics reports highlighting key performance indicators related to the organization's overall compliance program.
- Provided guidance on regulatory requirements for business operations and processes.
- Conducted internal audits of departments to assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
- Drafted responses to government inquiries related to compliance matters.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper reporting of any incidents which may have an impact on the company's compliance status.
- Identified areas where additional resources were required within the Compliance department in order to meet objectives more efficiently.
- Ensured that appropriate documentation is maintained for all transactions subject to regulation.
- Participated in discussions with external auditors regarding compliance matters.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on the organization's compliance standards, policies, and procedures.
- Completed internal and external audits according to established procedures.
- Built and strengthened relationships with regulatory representatives, vendors and company customers.
Procurement Specialist
The Exchange
Dallas
08.2005 - 05.2014
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure socially responsible facilities were used
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Philosophy
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- Compliance auditing
- HTS knowledge
- Foreign Trade Zone
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Working toward customs broker license
Timeline
FTZ - Import Compliance Supervisor
Mouser Electronics Inc.
08.2018 - Current
Procurement Specialist
The Exchange
08.2005 - 05.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Philosophy
University of North Texas