GLOBAL TRADE & LOGISTICS MANAGER - 3DISC Imaging & Simulation Corp. (Americas) - Herndon, VA
(2024-03 - 2025-12)
Led global logistics, import/export, and compliance operations for a Paris-based organization
- Supported Engineering & R&D projects with international shipping and regulatory expertise
- Identified and implemented process improvements across global markets
- Partnered with Sales to develop transportation costing and logistics strategies
- Managed carrier relationships and ensured compliance with export regulations
- Produced executive-level reports under tight deadlines in a fast-changing environment
ADMINISTRATOR – IMPORT/EXPORT, LOGISTICS, COMPLIANCE & FINANCE - Gatekeeper Security Inc. (OSI Systems) - Sterling, VA
(2016-04 - 2023-12)
- Owned end-to-end import/export operations including RMAs and denied-party screening
- Managed documentation: invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and customs filings
- Assigned Harmonized Tariff Codes and ensured Incoterms compliance
- Led Letters of Credit transactions and bank negotiations with zero discrepancies
- Oversaw domestic & international trade shows, travel coordination, and budgets
- Tracked and routed all sales orders to meet strict customer delivery deadlines
SENIOR CLIENT CARE COORDINATOR - Xerox Corporation (Contract – Fannie Mae) - Herndon, VA
(2015-04 - 2016-03)
- Coordinated logistics for executive meetings, conventions, and national events
- Directed AV and technical teams across multiple U.S. locations
- Ensured compliance with Fannie Mae quality and operational standards
EXPORT CONSULTANT - Hamilton Group LLC - Dallas–Fort Worth, TX
(2014-07 - 2015-03)
- Advised clients on export compliance, freight rates, and documentation
- Managed air/ocean shipments and customs coordination
- Performed procurement, RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier follow-up
EXPORT SHIPPING MANAGER - AMSCO Global LLC - Tysons, VA
(2012-05 - 2014-06)
- Directed all export operations and customer service activities
- Ensured compliance with ITAR, EAR, TSA STA, Dangerous Goods, and FMS regulations
- Managed licenses, tariffs, HS Codes, and expedited international shipments
IMPORT EXPORT COORDINATOR - CDS Airfreight - Sterling, VA
(2011-04 - 2012-04)
- In charge of U.S. State Department's diplomatic export pouches worldwide daily operation
- Possessed a valid Security Treat Assessment I.D. issued by TSA
- Acted as agent to Customs Office at IAD for brokerage requirements
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR - Self-Employed - Sterling, VA
(2010-04 - 2011-03)
- Partnered with Keller Williams Realty as an Agent
- Residential Real Estate Sale
- Property Management of Rentals
OPERATIONS & QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER - Defense Technology Equipment - Sterling, VA
(2007-09 - 2010-03)
Supervised 13 employees in import export logistics, billing, warehouse, data entry, sales & purchasing and directly handled AOG(Aircraft On Ground) high priority shipment.
- Drafted DSP 5 export license applications to State Dept. for the Empowered Official
- Provided detailed guidance to staff for operational procedures to comply with safety and on time delivery
OPERATIONS & MANAGER - American Trading Service - White Plains, MD
(1996-09 - 2007-08)
- Supervised 5 employees in import export logistics, purchasing & billing
- Coordinated with gov't inspections agencies for special projects funded by World Bank
- Managed all aspects of organization's operations
EXPORT MANAGER - Kessler International Corporation - Rockville, MD
(1988-03 - 1996-03)
- Handled all letters of credit transactions and funded projects by USAID and World Bank
- Supported all sales executives in RFQs, bid proposals and sales cost analysis
- Direct point of contact to both domestic & international customers
