Patricia Larenas
Plantation,FL
Summary
Logistics manager with a background in shipment routing, customs compliance, inventory control, and warehouse operations. Lead daily coordination across carriers, 3PLs, and internal teams, while supporting SOP updates, staff training, and accurate recordkeeping to improve service and workflow.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
Trend Usa
Miami, Florida
03.2026 - Current
- Handled daily logistics tasks for domestic and international transportation, shipping and receiving, and order fulfillment.
- Coordinated with third-party logistics providers to enhance service delivery and reliability.
- Used transportation management systems to plan and execute freight moves.
- Monitored warehouse operations to support safety compliance and efficient workflow.
- Assisted with process improvement efforts to streamline supply chain operations.
- Reviewed logistics data to spot trends and identify improvement areas.
- Trained and supported logistics staff on materials handling, dispatching, and order picking.
- Supported coordination of inbound and outbound U.S. shipments across warehouse and carrier networks.
Logistics Manager
ANSA MCAL US
03.2017 - Current
- Supported daily logistics operations to meet customer requirements, directed non-exempt staff for timely and accurate documentation processing, developed new SOPs for operational consistency, ensured proper shipment routing, maintained high quality and accuracy in document processing, enhanced customer satisfaction and retention through KPI implementation, and assisted logistics manager in annual staff performance evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with U.S. customs, TSA, FMC, and other government agencies along with trading countries’/partners' rules and documentation requirements.
- Oversaw implementation and daily use of Magaya software, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
- Facilitated accurate information flow between customer service, document processing group, and customers, improving communication and issue resolution.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to address problems, issues, opportunities, and ideas, implementing necessary corrective actions or processes.
Southbound Specialist
Afco Shipping LLC
Port Everglades, FL
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated documentation for ocean export activities, managing cargo pick up and transfer while monitoring status and communicating with export authorities, customers, and suppliers.
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of invoicing while conducting file audits to maintain compliance.
- Monitored compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations to ensure adherence.
Ocean Freight Manager
XL Worldwide
Miami, FL
03.2014 - 10.2016
- Managed accounts, client charges, and commissions for operation and sales processes. Negotiated agreements with local agents to enhance operational efficiency. Identified cost-effective methods for transporting goods. Supported general manager and sales team in customer meetings. Ensured compliance of packaging, labeling, and documentation with customs, insurance, and regulatory standards. Oversaw completion of customs paperwork.
- Coordinated the customs clearance process for timely delivery of goods, arranging applicable duties and taxes.
- Prepared accurate invoices and cost quotations for freight transportation.
- Implemented internal processes to facilitate coordination of logistics activities with departments and vendors.
- Developed contract formats to streamline the contracting process.
- Updated Magaya software database to enhance data accuracy; created training manual and schedule to facilitate onboarding.
Operations Supervisor
Aries Freight Systems
Miami, FL
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Supervised freight dock operations for Aries Freight Systems daily shipment flow.
- Coordinated dispatch schedules and driver assignments across freight routes.
- Monitored loading, unloading, and trailer staging for safe cargo handling.
- Coordinated import and export shipments via air and ocean, prepared and processed documentation, managed billing tasks, ensured timely follow-up on shipments, and provided exceptional customer service, contributing to seamless logistics operations.
- Managed Magaya and Ed Enterprises' software systems to optimize operational workflows and maintain system integrity.
Import Manager
Exist Inc
Ft Lauderdale, FL
02.2010 - 06.2013
- Coordinated incoming shipments by sea and air from Asia, Middle East, and Far East; prepared export documentation for shipments to Canada, Central America, and Caribbean Islands; ensured timely follow-up on shipments and maintained time in action calendars, work in progress (WIP), and various reports in Excel; negotiated rates with shipping lines and freight forwarders; ensured compliance with government regulations by coordinating operations for error-free and timely shipments.
- Processed shipping documentation accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Classified apparel items according to HTSUS guidelines to maintain compliance.
Education
Master's - International Business
Escuela Superior de Mercadeo- ESUMER
Bachelor's - International Marketing
Escuela Superior de Mercadeo- ESUMER
Skills
- Transportation Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Customs compliance
- Transportation management systems
- Freight Forwarding
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Operations
- Process Improvement
- Process optimization
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Quality Assurance
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Staff Development
- Problem resolution
Personal Information
Title: Logistics Manager
Professional Training
- FMC- Approved (QI) Qualified Individual Dangerous Goods 2024
- Complying with US Export Controls 2023
- TSA Security and Cybersecurity Leadership Training 2023,2022
- Coordinator Negotiation Skills 2022
- Customer Service 2022
- Advanced Microsoft Excel-Macros 2021
- PivotTables and charts 2022
- Developing Emotional Intelligence 2022
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Trend Usa
03.2026 - Current
Logistics Manager
ANSA MCAL US
03.2017 - Current
Southbound Specialist
Afco Shipping LLC
11.2016 - 01.2017
Ocean Freight Manager
XL Worldwide
03.2014 - 10.2016
Operations Supervisor
Aries Freight Systems
06.2013 - 03.2014
Import Manager
Exist Inc
02.2010 - 06.2013
Master's - International Business
Escuela Superior de Mercadeo- ESUMER
Bachelor's - International Marketing
Escuela Superior de Mercadeo- ESUMER