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TAYLOR SELF

Charleston,SC

Summary

Results-driven compliance professional with 15+ years of experience in international trade, specializing in U.S. import/export regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC), CTPAT, and Foreign Trade Zones. Adept at leading cross-border initiatives, streamlining compliance processes, reducing risk exposure, and delivering impactful training. Proven ability to align operations with global corporate strategies across aerospace and automotive industries.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Export Control Officer

MAHLE Industries
02.2023 - Current
  • - Lead export compliance for U.S. operations, coordinating closely with German headquarters to align with global trade strategies.
  • - Conduct export control reviews under EAR and ITAR; streamlined processes resulting in a 40% reduction in review time.
  • - Developed and implemented updated export control work instructions, increasing audit readiness and standardizing procedures across sites.
  • - Deliver in-depth training programs for cross-functional teams, improving understanding of U.S. export controls and reducing potential violations.
  • - Conduct internal audits and compliance gap assessments; implemented corrective actions that improved adherence by 30%.

Foreign Trade Analyst

MAHLE Industries
06.2022 - Current
  • - Lead export compliance for U.S. operations, coordinating closely with German headquarters to align with global trade strategies.
  • - Conduct export control reviews under EAR and ITAR; streamlined processes resulting in a 40% reduction in review time.
  • - Developed and implemented updated export control work instructions, increasing audit readiness and standardizing procedures across sites.
  • - Deliver in-depth training programs for cross-functional teams, improving understanding of U.S. export controls and reducing potential violations.
  • - Conduct internal audits and compliance gap assessments; implemented corrective actions that improved adherence by 30%.

Senior Import/Export Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Dassault Falcon Jet Corp.
03.2019 - 12.2022
  • - Managed regulatory compliance for aircraft parts and technical data under ITAR/EAR, ensuring 100% compliance with DDTC and BIS requirements.
  • - Spearheaded CTPAT compliance efforts, strengthening supply chain security protocols and passing all CTPAT validations.
  • - Created a centralized tracking system for export licenses, empowering teams to meet deadlines and reducing errors by 45%.
  • - Partnered with FTZ teams to maintain compliance documentation and facilitate reporting, improving internal and CBP audit scores.

Import/Export Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Dassault Falcon Jet Corp.
10.2017 - 03.2019
  • - Managed regulatory compliance for aircraft parts and technical data under ITAR/EAR, ensuring 100% compliance with DDTC and BIS requirements.
  • - Spearheaded CTPAT compliance efforts, strengthening supply chain security protocols and passing all CTPAT validations.
  • - Created a centralized tracking system for export licenses, empowering teams to meet deadlines and reducing errors by 45%.
  • - Partnered with FTZ teams to maintain compliance documentation and facilitate reporting, improving internal and CBP audit scores.

Freight Forwarder – Import/Export Specialist

DSV Air & Sea
07.2016 - 10.2017
  • - Facilitated international shipments under tight deadlines; resolved customs holds and discrepancies with brokers and CBP.
  • - Evaluated freight options and negotiated pricing, resulting in cost savings and a 15% increase in customer retention.
  • - Managed documentation for export shipments and AES filings to ensure accurate, timely customs clearance.

Supply Chain Engineer

Quest Global Ltd.
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • - Collaborated with engineering teams on ITAR/EAR part reviews, reducing export delays and improving cross-departmental communication.
  • - Trained teams on REACH and international material compliance requirements, leading to smoother integration of environmental standards.
  • - Created and maintained internal SOPs and compliance guides for engineering, procurement, and shipping departments.

Ocean Export Logistics & Compliance Coordinator

The Rossi Group LLC
09.2010 - 06.2015
  • - Oversaw ocean export shipments, prepared commercial documentation, and liaised with brokers to meet international regulations.
  • - Conducted customs classification and coordinated with carriers, ensuring 100% shipment accuracy and reducing delays.
  • - Maintained detailed compliance records and facilitated internal audits; contributed to successful third-party compliance inspections.

Executive Administrator

The Rossi Group LLC
03.2010 - 09.2010
  • - Oversaw ocean export shipments, prepared commercial documentation, and liaised with brokers to meet international regulations.
  • - Conducted customs classification and coordinated with carriers, ensuring 100% shipment accuracy and reducing delays.
  • - Maintained detailed compliance records and facilitated internal audits; contributed to successful third-party compliance inspections.

Education

Business, Supply Chain, International Trade

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
01.2008

Skills

  • - Regulations: EAR, ITAR, OFAC, BIS, DDTC, CBP, CTPAT
  • - Tools: SAP GTS, Microsoft Office, AES, SNAP-R, ACE, INCO Terms
  • - Expertise: Trade Compliance, Supply Chain Security, Risk Management, SOP Development, Process Improvement, Internal Audits, FTZ Operations

Certification

- Certifications: Ongoing participation in International Trade Compliance (ITC) training, webinars, and industry conferences

Timeline

Export Control Officer

MAHLE Industries
02.2023 - Current

Foreign Trade Analyst

MAHLE Industries
06.2022 - Current

Senior Import/Export Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Dassault Falcon Jet Corp.
03.2019 - 12.2022

Import/Export Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Dassault Falcon Jet Corp.
10.2017 - 03.2019

Freight Forwarder – Import/Export Specialist

DSV Air & Sea
07.2016 - 10.2017

Supply Chain Engineer

Quest Global Ltd.
06.2015 - 07.2016

Ocean Export Logistics & Compliance Coordinator

The Rossi Group LLC
09.2010 - 06.2015

Executive Administrator

The Rossi Group LLC
03.2010 - 09.2010

Business, Supply Chain, International Trade

Central Connecticut State University

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