Operations & Pharma Air-Export Leader

KIM MARCINOWSKI

Wood Dale, IL ***** ■ 847-***-**** ■ ********@******.*** ■ [Bold Profile link if applicable]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Operations Manager with deep operational expertise in air export logistics, regulatory compliance, and pharma 3PL coordination. Proven leadership in managing high-volume, time-critical international air freight shipments, including temperature-sensitive and AOG cargo. Demonstrated success in building scalable processes, training cross-functional teams, and ensuring full adherence to TSA, FMC, and CTPAT regulations. Highly experienced in vendor management, export documentation, and routing optimization.

SKILLS

Inbound Cargo Logistics • Foreign Trade Zone Management • USCBP, TSA, CTPAT Regulations

International Air Export • IMDG • Intermodal Freight • Freight Forwarding • Pharma Logistics

Reefer Cargo & Cold Chain Handling • Supply Chain & 3PL Operations • Document Preparation (AES, BOL, etc.)

Warehouse & Routing Management • Carrier Negotiations • Export Compliance • AOG

ERP & TMS (CargoWise, AS400, Oracle) • Staff Training & Development • SOP Implementation

WORK HISTORY

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Marken (Pharma 3PL with Reefer Operations) — March 2025 to Present

• Manages end-to-end air export operations, including time- and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical cargo.

• Ensures compliance with GDP, TSA screening, CTPAT standards, and Marken SOPs.

• Oversees routing optimization, AES filings, and documentation accuracy to meet international regulatory standards.

• Collaborates cross-functionally with global branches, airlines, and client stakeholders to ensure seamless cargo flow and service execution.

AOG SUPERVISOR

AIT Worldwide Logistics — Sep 2022 to Jan 2023, Itasca, IL

• Managed AOG and specialized oversized freight operations for aerospace clients.

• Aligned air cargo team processes to safety protocols and operational KPIs.

• Created team incentives to boost output and morale.

IMPORT DEPARTMENT MANAGER

Green Worldwide — Nov 2021 to June 2022

• Directed import workflows and compliance across U.S. gateways.

• Delivered classification, document handling, and duty rate responses for FDA/USDA shipments.

KEY ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE

Rohlig USA — Dec 2020 to Nov 2021, Elk Grove Village, IL

• Built and maintained enterprise account relationships.

• Customized solutions for client-specific export/import logistics and compliance needs.

IMPORT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR / MERGERS

DSV Air & Sea — Apr 2019 to Dec 2020, Itasca, IL

• Led import team integration and process migration during corporate acquisition.

• Developed SOPs and team training in CargoWise.

• Managed inbound compliance and CFS coordination.

OPERATION MANAGER

Hankyu Hanshin Express — May 2011 to Feb 2019

• Managed full-service air/ocean operations, including routing and heavy lift air cargo.

• Developed internal trucking project for house freight, improving budget efficiency.

• Directed 6 departments and trained 40+ team members across branches.

OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE

Molitor Trucking — Apr 2009 to May 2012

• Oversaw full business P&L and equipment tracking for a specialized trucking operation.

• Introduced reporting systems to monitor profitability and asset utilization.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Schneider — May 2008 to May 2009

• Launched new Chicago branch operations across import/export and regulatory compliance.

• Maintained TSA, FMC, and CTPAT protocol.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

IJS Global — Dec 2006 to May 2008

• Directed profitability and operations for new branch setup (air & ocean).

• Led TSA & FMC audits.

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Hitachi Transport System America — Feb 1997 to Aug 2006

• Supervised import/export team of 15.

• Oversaw AES filings, compliance checks, contract negotiations, and cost analysis.

EDUCATION

ITT Technical Institute — Engineering coursework (no degree)

Mt. Prospect, IL

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