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Roberto Cabo

Summary

Professional with 10 years of firsthand shipping experience managing import and export cargo. Strong grasp of laws governing global trade, restrictions and tariffs. Additional strengths producing accurate reports and comprehending regulatory documents and statements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Customs Brokerage Support Staff Member

Customs Broker Miami
03.2022 - Current
  • Lawfully cleared merchandise through customs per client and government requirements.
  • Calculated daily exchange rates and taxes due for goods and commodities.
  • Identified and gathered commercial and international data, documents and rulings upon clients' requests.
  • Determined harmonized tariff classifications by referencing tariff schedules outlined by national and international government officials.
  • Reviewed international and domestic invoices for [Type] and [Type] cargo shipments.
  • Stayed abreast of regulatory changes impacting customs enforcement and other import-impacted agencies.
  • Tracked and monitored incoming transportation weight and volume forecast data for accuracy.
  • Verified rejected cargo and advised on steps to take for avoiding repeat denial.
  • Coordinated with shipping and transport companies on behalf of clients.
  • Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
  • Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.
  • Prepared and submitted Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS) codes to US Customs.
  • Reviewed and signed documents on behalf of clients in line with power of attorney limitations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of US customs regulations and international trade laws.
  • Advised customers on transportation options, types of carriers or shipping routes.
  • Applied standard tables and knowledge of law to calculate duty and tariff payments of each shipment.
  • Maintained open communication with customers and overseas partners to update all parties on order and shipping changes.

Freight Forwarder

CBX Global
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints, establishing trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Stayed on top of shipment locations and current status to update offices and customers.
  • Provided tracking information to enable clients to monitor progress of shipments.
  • Arranged delivery or storage of goods at destinations.
  • Coordinated shipments, determining timely transport of goods from point of origin to final destination.
  • Prepared accurate cost estimates for international shipments to provide clients with exact fees and information.
  • Calculated weight, volume or cost of goods to be moved.
  • Used [Software] tracking spreadsheets to monitor information about customers, shipments and business activities.
  • Negotiated with carriers to secure best possible rates for clients and control costs.
  • Oversaw cargo claims to investigate and resolve loss or damage issues during transit.
  • Determined most valuable and cost-effective routes for shipments, overseeing transit time, price and safety.

Import Supervisor Lead

Amerijet International
03.2018 - 09.2022
  • Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
  • Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
  • Liaised with sales department to develop customer-specific import handling procedures to enhance delivery methods and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Served as expert point-of-contact for internal and external questions and issues dealing with import and export operations to drive consistent communication.
  • Established, supervised and continuously improved import process flows in conformance with rules, procedures and company policy.
  • Oversaw timely and accurate US Customs filings and related documents to facilitate communications flow.
  • Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
  • Investigated discrepancies in shipping documents and resolved issues with vendors.
  • Utilized logistics software to manage, monitor and track shipments from origin to destination.

Latam Cargo Airlines

Imports Agents
09.2016 - 10.2017
  • Utilized computer systems to manage cargo shipments and accurately track goods.
  • Coordinated and verified proper dispatch of cargo shipments, working closely with different departments to resolve issues.
  • Compiled accurate cargo manifests, avoiding shipping errors and meeting regulatory standards.
  • Resolved any customer inquiries or complaints to restore satisfaction.
  • Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents and classified goods into different tariff or fee groups.

Education

Associate of Science - Imports And Export Specialist

New Professions Technical Institute
Coral Gables, FL
03.2017

Bachelor of Science - Irrigations And Drainage

Superior Institute of Agricultural Sciences
Habana,CU
07.1991

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Financial Reporting Abilities
  • Record Keeping Abilities
  • Multitasking Capabilities
  • Customs Clearance Processing(Trade,GSP,PGA)
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customs Brokerage Software(EDITRADE)
  • Harmonized System Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word,Excell,Outlook)
  • Incoterms Proficiency
  • Import-Export Documentation

    • (Invoice,Permit,BOL,AWB;CO,ISF)

  • Invoice Verification
  • Payment Calculation(Statements)

Timeline

Freight Forwarder

CBX Global
09.2022 - 12.2022

Customs Brokerage Support Staff Member

Customs Broker Miami
03.2022 - Current

Import Supervisor Lead

Amerijet International
03.2018 - 09.2022

Latam Cargo Airlines

Imports Agents
09.2016 - 10.2017

Associate of Science - Imports And Export Specialist

New Professions Technical Institute

Bachelor of Science - Irrigations And Drainage

Superior Institute of Agricultural Sciences

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