WANITCHAYA CHERRY PHUANGPHILA
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
Summary
Dynamic customs compliance professional with extensive experience at DSV Air & Sea, excelling in HTS classification and PGA compliance. Proven track record in managing complex import operations and enhancing data accuracy. Strong analytical skills combined with effective communication foster collaboration with brokers and freight forwarders to ensure seamless customs clearance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE - ENTRY WRITER
DSV Air & Sea
Itasca
07.2025 - Current
- Prepare, review, and submit CBP import entries in compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and internal SOPs.
- Perform HTS classification, ECCN review, country of origin determination, and customs valuation for air and ocean import shipments.
- Review commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and supporting documentation to ensure data accuracy prior to filing.
- Submit entries through broker systems and conduct ACH statement reviews to validate duty and tax payments.
- Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal operations teams to resolve entry discrepancies.
- Support USMCA-related data accuracy by validating origin information and product classification used for certification.
- Ensure compliance with Partner Government Agencies (FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, TSCA).
- Assist with post-entry corrections, internal compliance requests, and audit support.
- Maintain accurate trade data supporting downstream reporting and SAP-integrated environments.
CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE / IMPORT OPERATIONS
CEVA Logistics
Des Plaines
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Ensured full compliance with CBP and Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) including FDA, USDA, APHIS, EPA, and DOT.
- Submitted and managed 100+ weekly transactions for import permits and licenses, including ADD/CVD, aluminum, and steel licenses.
- Processed PGA filings for FDA, TSCA, NHTSA, EPA (PST, VNE) via ACE and internal systems.
- Reviewed customs documentation for HTS accuracy, valuation, and COO consistency.
- Responded to internal compliance requests, broker inquiries, and audit findings.
- Supported corrective actions and compliance improvements across import operations.
- Coordinated with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely and compliant clearance.
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE IMPORT SPECIALIST
CEVA Logistics Inc.
Des Plaines
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Prepare and process customs documentation in compliance with CBP regulations and U.S. trade laws.
- Perform HTS classification and ECCN review for entries ranging from 1-999 lines per shipment using CargoWiseOne (CWO).
- Determine customs value, duties, taxes, and tariff payments on behalf of clients.
- Conduct line-by-line audits of broker entries, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Support USMCA programs by validating origin data and classification information used for certificates.
- Manage Dangerous Goods imports (UN 1594 - Diethyl Sulphate), including ISO Tank delivery to manufacturing facilities.
- Request and validate Certificates of Origin, Certificates of Analysis, Insurance Certificates, and Dangerous Goods documentation.
- Generate billing invoices, debit/credit notes, and resolve discrepancies with accounting teams.
- Cleared 1,000+ backlog invoices within the first 3 months.
- Assisted in collecting $3M+ in outstanding receivables.
- Delivered compliance issue analysis reports to senior leadership.
IMPORT OPERATION ANALYST
Del Corona & Scardigli
Franklin Park
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed logistics and transportation for 100+ monthly import transactions.
- Coordinated arrival notices and maintained SOPs for customer profiles.
- Tracked and traced shipments across multiple systems.
- Reviewed and coded logistics service provider invoices to ensure billing accuracy.
OCEAN IMPORT COORDINATOR
ClearFreight
Wood Dale
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed full ocean import lifecycle in compliance with client SOPs and U.S. import regulations.
- Coordinated with overseas agents, carriers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders.
- Entered shipment data and processed pre-alerts in CargoWise.
- Prepared invoices and resolved discrepancies.
OFFICE AGENT
FARO Cargo Handling Solutions
Franklin Park
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Processed air cargo documentation and resolved shipment discrepancies.
- Conducted Dangerous Goods inspections as a TSA-certified Cargo Screener.
- Supported warehouse and flight operations.
CO-OWNER
Shiawase Japanese Restaurant
Chicago
02.2015 - 07.2020
- Managed daily operations, inventory, purchasing, and bookkeeping.
- Coordinated logistics for third-party deliveries and large catering events.
- Led staff operations and vendor relationships.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Chicago, ILBachelor of Arts - Finance and Accounting
Khon Kaen University
ThailandSkills
- Import & Customs Compliance
- HTS Classification & ECCN Review
- USMCA Certificate Data Support
- CBP Entry Filing & Audit
- Customs Broker & Freight Forwarder Management
- PGA Compliance (FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, TSCA)
- Dangerous Goods / HAZMAT
- Logistics Documentation & Invoice Review
- SAP (Trade Data & Reporting Environment)
- CargoWiseOne (CWO)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
Certification
- CargoWise User Certification
- Dangerous Goods Certification
- TSA Cargo Screener Certification
- Food Service Manager Certification
Community Service
- Volunteered with Feed My Starving Children, assisting in meal-packing events to support global hunger relief initiatives.
- Provided childcare support for neighbors during parent-teacher meetings.
- Offered dog-walking services to support neighbors' daily needs.
- Volunteered at a Thai temple, escorting elderly community members and providing language interpretation support for healthcare appointments.
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WANITCHAYA 'CHERRY' PHUANGPHILA, (773) 789-9919, wany_ck@yahoo.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherry-phuangphila-44350b37/, Arlington Heights, IL, INTERNATIONAL TRADE & CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
Timeline
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE - ENTRY WRITER
DSV Air & Sea
07.2025 - Current
CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE / IMPORT OPERATIONS
CEVA Logistics
08.2022 - 06.2025
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE IMPORT SPECIALIST
CEVA Logistics Inc.
08.2022 - 06.2025
OCEAN IMPORT COORDINATOR
ClearFreight
03.2021 - 09.2021
IMPORT OPERATION ANALYST
Del Corona & Scardigli
01.2021 - 08.2022
OFFICE AGENT
FARO Cargo Handling Solutions
07.2020 - 12.2020
CO-OWNER
Shiawase Japanese Restaurant
02.2015 - 07.2020
Master of Business Administration -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Arts - Finance and Accounting
Khon Kaen University