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Robert Khounpanya

Cottage Grove,MN

Summary

Seasoned Import-Export Manager with strong background in global logistics and customs compliance. Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing international contracts, facilitating trade operations, and improving supply chain efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams towards achieving business goals, optimizing processes, and reducing costs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Import Export Supervisor

Stratasys
Plymouth, MN
12.2007 - Current
  • Experienced in utilizing ERP and GTMS.
  • Experienced in collaborating with Global Planning Teams to develop shipping strategies.
  • Familiar with IATA and IMO hazmat regulations.
  • Developed and distributed new tracking reports, significantly reducing email inquiries.
  • Analyzed import and export patterns to uncover inefficiencies in the supply chain.
  • Secured favorable rates through negotiations with carriers and warehouse operators.
  • Collaborated with customs brokers to ensure correct duty application, and to file Duty Drawback with a return of over $500k.
  • Optimized processes for international logistics operations.
  • Worked alongside the finance team to maintain correct billing processes for import and export transactions.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
  • Provided guidance on export control policies and procedures.
  • Assessed risks in international trade operations.
  • Oversaw daily operations of workers involved in the receipt, storage, and shipment of materials.
  • Consistently fulfilled company and departmental targets under budgetary limits.
  • Managed relationships with vendors, carriers, shippers, and other third parties involved in the import and export process.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve end-of-quarter goals.

Shipping Supervisor

Bellcomb Technologies
Plymouth, MN
06.2004 - 05.2007
  • Supervised Shipping Department to enhance knowledge and skills for efficient shipping transactions.
  • Managed team through interviewing, hiring, coaching, and performance evaluation processes.
  • Oversaw daily operations and planned departmental growth to align with business needs.
  • Ensured timely processing of shipping transactions to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Administered customs policies and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and records in accordance with company standards.
  • Coordinated order delivery while optimizing shipping containers and transportation routes.
  • Collaborated with logistics providers to resolve transportation issues effectively.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication - Graphic Design & Marketing

Brown College
Mendota, MN
06-2003

Skills

  • International logistics management
  • Import-export documentation
  • Harmonized system codes
  • Incoterms awareness
  • Shipment optimization
  • Cost analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Cross-functional collaboration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Import Export Supervisor

Stratasys
12.2007 - Current

Shipping Supervisor

Bellcomb Technologies
06.2004 - 05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication - Graphic Design & Marketing

Brown College

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