Sharel Johnson
Houston
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in customs brokerage, excelling in navigating intricate regulations to facilitate seamless import-export processes while ensuring strict compliance. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and consistently driving results, with proven ability to enhance customer service and streamline documentation. Expertise in problem-solving enables effective resolution of challenges in fast-paced environments. Dependable and adaptable, ready to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Export Coordinator
Sea Shipping Line
Shenandoah, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated export documentation to ensure compliance with international shipping regulations.
- Managed booking and scheduling of shipments, optimizing transportation logistics.
- Communicated with freight forwarders to track shipments and resolve any issues promptly.
- Assisted in preparing customs paperwork for timely clearance of goods at ports.
- Conducted hazardous materials assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Intermodal Coordinator
Gulf States Trucking (Temp)
Pasadena, TX
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Created reports detailing various metrics related to intermodal transportation activities.
- Determined shipping methods and prepared bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents.
- Coordinated freight pickup and delivery operations between customers, vendors and carriers.
- Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents.
- Utilized a variety of software systems to track and monitor shipment statuses throughout the supply chain process.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends in costs and rates.
Customs Brokerage Specialist
Aries Global Logistics
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated logistics for pickup and delivery of freight and containers to customers.
- Requested and compiled necessary customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between customs authorities and customers regarding tariff classifications or duty rates.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of international trade regulations and procedures.
- Acted as a liaison between government agencies and customers.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.
Ocean Operations Coordinator
Watco Supply Chain International
Houston, TX
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments.
- Responding to customer inquiries and referring clients to the proper channels
- Preparing OBL draft and submitting manual shipping instructions
- Filing AES and Customs clearance.
- Quoting/Procurement
- Monitoring shipments, costs, timelines, and productivity
- Maintaining the daily operations when management is unavailable (i.e., away on business)
V.I.P Export Coordinator
COSCO Container Lines Americas
Houston, TX
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Responsible for overseeing the export of goods from the facility to countries worldwide.
- Managed all duties related to the coordination, documentation, and shipment of orders.
- Liaised with customers, freight forwarders, and vendors to ensure smooth shipment processes.
- Ensured compliance with all export regulations and documentation requirements.
- Collaborated with the sales and logistics teams to ensure efficient order fulfillment.
- Created reports to track the status of shipments and analyze cost efficiency.
Import/Export Coordinator
Ge Power C/O Agility Temp
Houston, TX
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed the day-to-day operations of import/export activities for a global organization.
- Developed and maintained relationships with international vendors and customers.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for all import/export-related inquiries.
- Monitored and tracked shipments to ensure timely arrival and accurate documentation.
- Developed and implemented procedures to ensure compliance with customs regulations.
- Created and maintained accurate records of all import/export activities.
Import Logistics Coordinator
Yang Ming America Corp (Temp)
Sugarland, TX
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Negotiated competitive rates with freight forwarders, carriers, and other vendors.
- Coordinated all aspects of import shipments, including paperwork, customs clearance, and delivery.
- Ensured compliance with U.S. and foreign customs regulations, including HTS code classification.
- Collaborated closely with sales team members to ensure customer satisfaction throughout the entire order cycle.
- Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of all vessel arrivals, departures, cargo loaded and unloaded and other related activities.
Dispatcher
S.B.Q Trucking
Longview, TX
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Oversee and coordinate daily operations of intermodal transport services (trucks, trains, ships, etc.).
- Monitor transport progress, and follow up with drivers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Receive and process customer orders, and maintain records of contracts, invoices, and bookings.
- Negotiate and secure profitable freight rates with customers and vendors.
- Generate and analyze reports to monitor performance, and identify areas of improvement.
- Develop and implement safety protocols to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Education
Cosmetologist - cosmetology
Ogle School
Stafford, Texas05.2017
Skills
- Import and export compliance
- Intermodal operations management
- Harmonized system classification
- Tariff coding system
- Incoterms awareness
- Shipping documentation mastery
- Cross-cultural communication
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Transportation modes awareness
- Customs regulations expertise
- Supply chain coordination
- Strong organizational skills
Certification
IMDG/IMO Dangerous Goods (HazMat)
Timeline
Export Coordinator
Sea Shipping Line
08.2025 - Current
Intermodal Coordinator
Gulf States Trucking (Temp)
08.2024 - 12.2024
Customs Brokerage Specialist
Aries Global Logistics
11.2022 - 05.2023
Ocean Operations Coordinator
Watco Supply Chain International
06.2021 - 09.2022
V.I.P Export Coordinator
COSCO Container Lines Americas
09.2019 - 05.2020
Import/Export Coordinator
Ge Power C/O Agility Temp
05.2019 - 09.2019
Import Logistics Coordinator
Yang Ming America Corp (Temp)
08.2018 - 02.2019
Dispatcher
S.B.Q Trucking
06.2005 - 08.2008
Cosmetologist - cosmetology
Ogle School
References
References available upon request.