Farrah Salim

***-** ***** ****** *****: 718-***-****

Queens, NY 11420 E-mail: ac0cxl@r.postjobfree.com

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SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS PROFESSIONAL

Self-Motivated Supply Chain Logistics Professional with 7+ years of experience in International Transportation, Trade Compliance, Import/Export, Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Trade Finance and International Business Development. Seeking a more challenging opportunity at a well established global corporation, whereby I can utilize and grow my Supply Chain Skills to bring added value to the company.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Project and Operations

Management

Logistics Planning

Warehousing and

Distribution

Pricing & Contract

Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

Product Sourcing

Inventory Control

Trade Research

Cost Reduction Strategy

Client Relationship

Management

Leadership & Team

Building

Business Development

Problem Resolution

Sales Experience

Creative Problem

Solving

Business Process

Optimization and Re-

engineering

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Import Logistics Manager Rose Container Line, New York, NY 2015-2017

Manage international logistics department of six and provide training and leadership on import compliance / logistics matters to staff.

Arrange for international transport as well as export / import customs clearance of commercial cargo from manufacturer’s facility to buyer’s warehouse in the US.

Coordinate and negotiate pricing for Air, Sea and Domestic Freight with overseas agents, ocean carriers, and domestic truckers.

Identify and resolve problems in supply chain to streamline processes and ensure timely movement of inventory.

Oversee and Manage all trade agreements with overseas network partners.

Acquire and cultivate new business opportunities with Importers and Manufacturers through sales leads.

Import Customs Entry Writer Prime Transport, Jamaica, NY 2011-2015

Conduct U.S. Customs Clearance for inbound commercial cargo from Asia, Middle East, Europe & South America.

Assist new importers through procedural process of logistics planning, trade finance (LC’s) and customs compliance requirements.

Monitored cargo inspections / examinations at warehouses, distribution facilities and airlines.

Manage trade compliance in accordance with regulations of various government agencies such as; CBP, DHS, FDA, FWS, USDA, DOT, EPA, etc.

Farrah Salim

111-51 113th Street PHONE: 718-***-****

Queens, NY 11420 E-mail: ac0cxl@r.postjobfree.com

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Thoroughly research and comply with current international trade standards required by government agencies.

Effectively communicate and collaborate with global partners to troubleshoot logistical issues abroad and generate new business opportunities.

EFL Teacher (Temporary Contract) Chuncheon, South Korea 2009-2011

Conduct English language instruction to South Korean students through dynamic immersion techniques.

Taught all levels of English language from elementary English to advanced TOFEL preparation

Lead students to obtain mastery of English grammar, punctuation, syntax, and public speaking.

Increased enrollment sales for classes by twenty-four percent over first twelve-month period. Education and Training

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY Graduated: 2009

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