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Sanghoon Byun

Wilmington,CA

Summary

Dynamic Ocean Export Operations Specialist with a proven track record in pricing strategy, competitive bidding, and reducing shipment errors by 20%. A self-motivated leader skilled in vendor relations and project management, thriving in high-pressure environments at MAX IGL, Inc.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Ocean Export Operations Specialist

MAX IGL, Inc.
02.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end ocean export shipments (FCL/LCL), including hazardous (DG), reefer, and out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective delivery.
  • Developed pricing strategies and submitted competitive bids for Hyundai account, winning multiple contracts and generating new revenue streams.
  • Managed full-cycle ocean export operations—from quoting and booking to AES filing and invoicing—for 50–70 monthly shipments, ensuring seamless door-to-door service and operational accuracy.
  • Maintained shipment integrity and met tight deadlines by coordinating closely with carriers and warehouses, including on-site visits and business travel to Sacramento for time-sensitive projects.
  • Directed on-site inventory and loading, streamlining cargo tracking and documentation, cutting shipment errors by 20%.
  • Awarded Employee of the Year two years in a row (2022 & 2023) for consistently surpassing performance goals and achieving operational excellence.

Sergeant, Honorable Discharge

Republic of Korea Army
11.2017 - 11.2019
  • Self-motivated and responsible, developed through military service, thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Effective team player, collaborating with diverse groups while also excelling independently when required.

Education

BBA - Entrepreneurship

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)
San Marcos
02-2020

Skills

  • Pricing Strategy
  • Vendor & Carrier Relations
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Project management
  • Bilingual: English & Korean
  • Client Relationship Management

Timeline

Ocean Export Operations Specialist

MAX IGL, Inc.
02.2021 - Current

Sergeant, Honorable Discharge

Republic of Korea Army
11.2017 - 11.2019

BBA - Entrepreneurship

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)
Sanghoon Byun