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MERRILEE TYROLT

Algona

Summary

Dynamic Air Export Specialist with CEVA Logistics Inc., skilled in dangerous goods handling and customs compliance. Proven track record in reducing shipment delays and negotiating favorable rates, enhancing client relationships. Adept at documentation preparation and fostering teamwork, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Export Specialist

CEVA Logistics Inc.
10.2016 - Current

Process multiple air export shipments on a daily basis for the PDX and SEA offices. File AES to US customs for exporting customer.

Create billing invoices for local customers and overseas offices. Provide quotes to local customers and overseas offices to include regular movements, ADHOC - oversize shipments and dangerous goods.

Schedule pickups and coordinate with multiple dispatch teams.

Process all air export dangerous goods shipments for SEA and PDX. Maintain DG records and comply with all IATA regulations. Complete physical checkoff to ensure freight has all proper hazardous labeling.

Daily report to ensure file billing is compliant with tariff rates. Files are rated and billing complete to close files. Daily tracking and tracing to ensure arrival at destination. Weekly CASS report to ensure charges with the carriers are correct (per quote and or contract rates) and paid.

Daily communication with local customers and overseas offices via phone and email.

Ensured compliance with international trade regulations, mitigating risk of penalties and fines.

Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and increasing repeat business.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, ensuring continuous improvement in export processes.

Negotiated favorable shipping rates, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.

Reduced shipment delays through meticulous documentation and proactive communication with carriers.

Boeing Control Tower Customer Service

DB Schenker USA
01.2011 - 10.2016

Quote, coordinate and monitor offshore to offshore shipments.

Communicate efficiently to
offshore offices to provide service require to customer. Review documents. Monitor shipments
for any special handling or out of gauge requirements.
Assist with tracking and tracking of Import, Export and Offshore to Offshore shipments
Create outbound billing to customer. Audit incoming invoices and charges from overseas
offices to ensure proper charges are billed per tariff.
Maintain open and concise communication with both internal and external customers.
Coordinate domestic air and truck shipments

Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Customer Service Specialist

BAX Global
03.1997 - 01.2011

Handled escalated calls calmly, finding resolutions that satisfied both the company and the customer''s needs.

Managed high call volume while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor.

Assisted new employees with training, sharing best practices for handling difficult situations and achieving positive outcomes.

Domestic inbound operations. Daily processing of driver’s delivery manifests

Take driver’s PODs and enter in system.

Assist/coordinate with beyond agents
deliveries and pickups.
Provide customer service via phone/email with both internal and external customers.
Schedule residential deliveries
Provide rate quotes

Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Highline College
Seattle, WA
06-1991

Associate of Arts -

Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WA
06-1990

High School Diploma -

Renton High School
Renton, WA
06-1989

Skills

    Dangerous Goods Certified since 2017

    Forklift Certified 2010

    Cargo Screening Certified 2010

    Documentation preparation

    Freight forwarding coordination

    Customs regulations

    Shipping documentation mastery

Timeline

Air Export Specialist

CEVA Logistics Inc.
10.2016 - Current

Boeing Control Tower Customer Service

DB Schenker USA
01.2011 - 10.2016

Customer Service Specialist

BAX Global
03.1997 - 01.2011

Associate of Arts -

Highline College

Associate of Arts -

Shoreline Community College

High School Diploma -

Renton High School
MERRILEE TYROLT