David W. Smith

acdob9@r.postjobfree.com

715-***-****

**** ***** *** ******, ** 53405

Supply Chain and Logistics Professional

Supply chain and logistics professional offering over 14 years experience in large scale distribution,

food and beverage production, packaging and international trade. Versed in analyzing logistic expenses

while maintaining financial budget targets. Proven track record of cost reductions in all warehouse

operations. Experienced in domestic and international shipments, broker /freight negotiations and

NAFTA regulations. Highly motivated and strong analytical skills with the ability to project deadlines.

Professional Experience

RANDSTAD USA, Milwaukee Wi. 2013-?

A global provider of HR services and the second largest staffing organization in the world. 2013-present

Trade Compliance Analyst with P&H Mining (contract position.)

Analyze shipments to determine if they qualify for Free Trade Agreements to and from multiple countries. Research

products to ascertain countries of origin. Work with engineering to understand application of parts to help determine HTS

classification for database to be used in international shipments. Trouble shoot daily issues with freight forwarders and

other compliance professionals. Work with vendors and purchasing to acquire Certificates of origin for Free Trade

qualification and origin marking of product. Assist in management and selection of brokers/freight forwarders.

OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, Kenosha, WI 2010-2013

A world class producer of cranberries, fruit, and juice products with operations in 12 states and 4 countries.

Supply Chain Coordinator

Responsible for the clerical duties of dispatching and receiving shipments of finished product and raw materials. Prepared

all export paperwork for international shipments. Directed crew of shippers and spotters in loading, unloading and moving

trailers into place. Worked with production management to coordinate the nightly production schedule. Maintained open

lines of communication between supply chain, carrier dispatch and all production departments. Integral in assisting

department in becoming SQF certified.

• Created daily production orders in SAP.

• Conducted internal audits to ensure all processes were maintained.

• Analyzed logistic expenses while maintaining financial budget targets.

• Kept daily tally of all raw materials on property in relation to production needs.

• Active role in Kaizan event to streamline department and minimize bottom line.

• Emergency Material Procurement

METSO MINERALS, New Berlin, WI 2008-2009

A global supplier of machinery and services to the mining recycling and production industries with 30,000 employees and 50 locations

worldwide with home offices in Finland.

Shipping Receiving Coordinator/Customs Compliance Specialist

In charge of warehouse operations for both incoming and outgoing receipts and inventory. Scheduled all freight traffic in

and out of facility. Analyzed logistic expenses to effectively maintain financial integrity. Managed all import/export

shipments in accordance with U.S. and company guidelines. Created and maintained functional ongoing records of all

import/export and NAFTA submissions

• Set up air and ocean shipments utilizing broker/freight forwarders.

• Developed several databases for inventory control, extensive classification of 14000 part number inventory, export

codes, and country of origin for all parts. Gained understanding of ECCN, ROO’s and GRI’s.

• Created and maintained functional ongoing records of all import/export and NAFTA submissions.

• Coordinated and supervised the use of rigging and crane operations for the loading/unloading of heavy

machinery, both on a domestic and international level.

• Aided Project Managers and Sr Buyer by monitoring inventory levels of “high use” items and reordering as levels

dropped based on PO’s

HOME HARBOR ASSISTED LIVING, Racine, WI 2006-2008

A transitional community for seniors.

Lead Care Provider Directed

a crew of caregivers in a Senior living apartment complex. Ensuring all tenants received necessary level of care based on

individual care plans. Adherence of state and company sanctioned guidelines including housekeeping, grounds, kitchen

sanitation, medication distribution, and patient safety. Continuous interaction with tenants to ensure optimal level of care

and comfort achieved.

MENARDS INC. DISTRIBUTION CENTER, Eau Claire, WI 1997-2006

The general office and primary distribution center for the 3rd largest home improvement chain in the nation.

Loadmaster/Shipping Supervisor

Supervised in the loading of trailers with stock and special order merchandise bound for retail stores

throughout the Midwest. Responsible for a team of 10 to 15 shippers. Routinely traveled to other

departments/buildings to provide relief supervision.

• Significantly immersed in the use of forklifts, aerial order pickers, and other warehouse equipment

• Trained new employees with shipping and OSHA standards.

• Substantially versed in D.O.T. standards

• Facilitated staff meetings.

Education/Continuing Education

• Bachelors of Science - Human Resource Management, Calvary Christian College Kansas City MO.

• Import/Export Enforced Customs Compliance - 2 week Course for each.

• Ongoing Export webinars

• Numerous workshops in leadership management strategies and team building.

• National Career Readiness Certification (NCRC) Gold level- May 2013

Technical Expertise

• Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook

• SAP

• Red Prairie

• MAS200, MAS90

• WMS

• Accountmate

Key Words

International, AUSFTA, NAFTA, NATO, PERU TPA, Canada, Mexico, Germany, South Africa,

purchasing, procurement, logistics, 3PL forecasting, planning, inventory, routing, MRP ERP, negotiation,

classification, Free Trade Agreement, COO, Foreign Trade Zone, Freight Claims

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