Stephanie Demenjon

• Conducted HTS classification for various components and raw materials.
• Executed the application of import tariffs and conducted exemption reviews.
• Section 301, Section 201, Section 232.
• Managing the team in the company in order to respond to UFLPA detentions.
• Managed the process of completing and responding to diverse questionnaires from CBP, such as CF28s and CF29s.
• Advised broker regarding correct entry types for proper goods clearance.
• Consistently tracked modifications in tariff rules and regulatory compliance.
• Directed comprehensive audits for CTPAT compliance.
• Explored diverse supply chain strategies to maximize import benefits using TIBs, bonded warehouses, and FTZ.
• Reviewed product origin to secure duty exemptions under trade agreements.
• Maintained conformity of IOR with specified POA and Continuous Bond standards.
• Assured the correctness of customs documents, including entry 7501.
• Assured PMS payment compliance standards.
• Work with the maquiladora program.

• Negotiated annual freight and consolidation contracts with steamship lines and freight forwarders to obtain best pricing.
• Updated import, FTZ and CTPAT manuals to comply with governmental regulations.
• Explained international trade terminology and code classification with Customers to better streamline operations.
• Completed accurate US customs filings with secure communications.
• Complied with regulatory guidelines to maintain updated certifications.
• Recorded data for transmitting US and Canadian HTS numbers for products.
• Requested and compiled necessary import documentation, including customs invoices, certificates of origin and cargo-control documents.
• Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.
• Facilitated communication between company, customers and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.
• Cleared goods through customs and verified delivery to client destinations.
• Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.
• Complied with regulatory guidelines to maintain updated certifications.
• Audited internal processes and systems to maximize efficiency of importation and exportation of products.
• Partnered with logistics department to discuss and remedy internal and external issues dealing with import and export operations.
• Coordinated daily transfer shipments with proper documentation logs.
• Tracked shipments and communicated with carriers to confirm arrival time and release.
• Researched and interpreted rulings, compliance publications, guidelines and customs regulations.
• Coordinated logistics for pickup and delivery of freight and containers to customers.
• Filed and documented all incoming shipments in Descartes Editrade using 7501 entry and ISF with careful attention to detail and accuracy.
• Delivered translation and customer service to Portuguese and Spanish speaking clients.
• Researched financial data and trends to coordinate monthly, quarterly and yearly budget planning.
• Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
• Prevented illegal trafficking of people, narcotics and contraband into country.
• Performed line-watch duties, traffic checkpoint operations, city patrols, transportation checks and other law enforcement duties.
• Interpreted and explained laws and regulations to customers, warehouses, shippers and manufacturers.

• Provide transactional processing support for respective Letter of Credit product.

• Review letter of credit documents to determine compliance with international standards and UCP600.

• Examines Import and Export letters of credit for potential boycott issues, advises Letter of Credit.

• Review documents for internal consistency and compliance with governmental documentary regulations and import/export restrictions.

• Issue Import and Export letters of credit and Standby.

• Provide creative solutions to reduce errors and to ensure adherence to audit and control policies.

• Provide back-up coverage for team members and assist team members during high volume periods

• Utilize technical knowledge in order to deliver quality service and achieve operating efficiency.

• Participate in activities related to compliance with procedures and control.

• Minimize risk to the bank through increased knowledge of procedural requirements. • Maintain awareness of product changes and system enhancements.

• Ensure attendance at mandatory classes.

• Daily interactions with our Business partners, Product Heads and Senior Management.

• Daily Management of in-process, pended, and service related activities, ensuring the processing and dispatching an delivery of very high quality service to our customers and internal partners.

• Responsibility to ensure smooth, error free process flow.

• Responsibility for the maintenance of a control environment.

• Provide support to all operational processes as needed.

• Demonstrated competence in related area.

• Participate in UAT, implementation and training if needed.

• Perform within departmental procedures and compliance standards in order to minimize losses to the Firm.

• Execute moderate to complex transactions.

• Assist with approval processing in the Unit.

• Assist with special reports and projects as needed.