Customs Brokerage, Compliance, Logistics, Management
Resume:
Oscar Rene Garcia III
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Experience:
UPS Supply Chain Solutions, Inc.
Laredo, TX 78045
Customs Brokerage Account Manager/Controller
08/07-Present
Presently manage multi-million dollar strategic accounts; responsible for all aspects of compliance and customer service, as well as employees for each account (in US and MX). Part of the GRID Team, responsible for growing the business by securing and implementing new accounts. Present monthly team revenue and payroll reports, as well as KPI's and middle market target accounts in effort to curb expenses without sacrificing customer service. Attend quarterly brokerage reviews for strategic and enterprise accounts, as well as visiting clients/shippers in Mexico. Prepare SOP's and MOP's. Host weekly and monthly calls to discuss issues, forecasts, changes, etc...Work with corporate and external 3PL's. Assist our collection and F & A dept. in obtaining outstanding customer debts. I have also participated in brokerage and visibility test environments, both corporate and customer system enhancements.
Whenever available, I attend corporate sponsored courses related to my job. I always try to motivate my employees to expand and pursue their careers through the company's internal Management Advancement Program. Instilling core values and integrity, through diligent work ethics.
A. R. Canales International Brokers, Inc.
125 Flecha Lane
Laredo, TX 78045
Manager
12/05-08/07
Conduct all functions pertaining to the daily regiment in a U.S. Customs House Brokerage. Opened office, daily statements, 3461’s, TIB’s, AII, 7501’s, QP’s, Cafes, Warehouse Entries, G.O.’s, STB’s, Remote filing, SED’s, Classification, Invoicing(AP/AR), OGA’s, Dispatch(World Trade and Columbia), Haz-Mat, AMS, unload and load trailers(northbound/southbound),
Exports(review/inspect)merchandise prior to the pedimento, crossed merchandise(exports)via World Trade Bridge, coordinate transportation-internationally, as well as arrange drayage services. I distribute merchandise(pack, unpack, label, ship)internationally, as well. Constant communication is maintained w/all parties involved with the transactions. Very familiar with several ABI software programs; very adaptable. Strong computer skills, rapid data entry. I have very little experience in preparing e-manifests, but am very capable of learning it. I visit with several Mexican Brokers that we work with, rather frequently. Ability to function in almost any scenario and go the extra mile to get the job done...
Juanita V. Ortega, CHB
1619 Riverside Rd. Ste. 1000
Laredo, TX 78041
Manager
07/2002-12/2005
Oversaw all operational responsibilities on a daily basis. Opened office, presented daily statement, daily entries(3461’s, 7501’s, Inbonds, TIB’s, Warehouse Entries, OGA’s, etc…). Dispatched shipments at both World Trade and Columbia Bridges. I handled all the customers, from start to finish. Off-loaded and loaded merchandise on occasions. Shipped and received, distributed, coordinated transportation-internationally, drayage.
Did accounts payable and receivable. Visited with Mexican Brokers, clients(existing and potential), transportation companies, etc…
T.H. Gonzalez, Inc.
4116 Trade Center Blvd.
Laredo, TX 78045
Branch Manager
06/99-07/2002
Oversaw and conducted all functions required for the importation and exportation of all customers handled by the branch office. Opened office, daily statements, many types of entries-3461’s, 7501’s, STB’s, TIB’s, Inbonds, Cancellations, Warehouse entries, GO’s, SED’s, etc…I also did the payroll for the offices in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo. We handled several southbound accounts and have experienced submitting a pedimento on several occasions. Classification, reviewing, verify, unpack, pack, label and shipped merchandise internationally. I’ve done some dispatching at Mexican Customs. Handled Recon Shipments, International Transits to and from Central America. I have acquired extensive forwading experience from this position. Made sales calls and visited existing customers. My experience and knowledge of our business has grown since being at this position. I assert myself in getting the job done…
Bruni International, Inc.
8001 San Gabriel
Laredo, TX 78045
Import Dept. Coordinator
4/96-6/99
I managed 41 accounts which varied from auto parts, perishables, textiles, furniture, handicrafts, footwear, exotic items, iron & steel products, sporting goods, house wear, toys & haz-mat. Our usual procedure(s) begin with the delivery of invoices/documents from either the shipper/broker; after reviewing the documents for correct and necessary information, I classify the commodity in accordance with U. S. Customs Regulations. Transmission of information through ABI & preparation of file for presentation to ACS/USC then follows. I prepared work orders for warehousing(storage, distribution, labeling, palletizing, or any other function as required/requested by customer). During this process, constant communication with all parties involved in any of the aforementioned transactions. Necessary shipping documents were issued whenever necessary/required. Customers were provided with all necessary information for them to track their shipments. From time to time, it was necessary to address U.S. Customs regarding issues like deletions, substitutions or any other means allowed by U.S.C., via written communications addressed to our assigned Port Supervisor or Dept. in issuance. I also attended U.S. Customs sponsored seminars, whenever possible.
Daniel B. Hastings, Inc.
1905 Madison St.
Laredo, TX 78040
Chrysler Customs Dept. Coordinator
5/93-4/96
One year in general traffic, that consisted of distributing amongst fellow employees. Classifications according to U.S. Customs Regulations. Issued bills of lading for merchandise; forwarding & warehousing. Follow-up on past, present and future shipments for maintainability of files. Constant communication with the Mexican Shippers and Mexican Brokers regarding any and all situations having to do with the shipment.
Afterwards, I was transferred to the Chrysler Dept., in which I continued to perform the aforementioned duties, but a much larger scale, pertaining only to Chrysler commodities.
I was responsible for receiving electronic transmissions from Mexico & Detroit, twice daily. On said transmissions, we received information regarding invoices for upcoming shipments, which we would submit to U.S. Customs prior to its actual arrival at the border. After printing up the invoices, I classified them, distributed them amongst the traffic specialist & clerks for transmission to ACS/USC & await its clearance. We would also handle the shipments distribution requirements. We would also submit the 7501’s and invoice all required charges, which only the Chrysler Department did. Constant communication was maintained with the Chrysler plants and their various third party vendors. I had access to their(Chrysler’s)system, with security clearance. Follow-ups were required at all times. Whenever required, letters were submitted to U.S. Customs for corrections, additions, deletions or any other procedure necessary/allowed by U.S. Customs.
Pinkerton Security & Investigation Services
3517 Arkansas
Laredo, TX 78041
Security/Investigation Specialist
06/91-05/93
Security guard for local hotels, pertaining to personal protection and surveillance of surrounding premises and guests. Hourly reports, both written and verbal, were submitted to hotel manager and supervisor. I also worked at Union Pacific-Port Laredo patrolling ground and advising crew on duty of any arrivals or changes. Hourly reports were also kept and submitted.
United States Air Force
03/85-08/89
Two years Inventory Management Specialist, which consisted of maintaining an up-to-date account of all incoming and ougoing supplies on base. Quaterly accounts were kept for inventory.
My remaining two years, I cross-trained to Law Enforcement Specialist/Security Police, which consisted of enforcing and delegating the Uniform Code of Military Justice, as it pertained to our are and its personnel, as well as its civilian counterparts occupying positions on installations. Constant patrolling/surveillance of grounds, gate duty, K-9 activity. Duty stations at Lackland, Kelly and Medina AFB/Texas, Lowry AFB/Colorado, Chanute AFB/Illinois, Altus AFB/Oklahoma. Citations as Airman of the Quarter July 87, Airman of the Month, Nov. 88, Meritorious Service Medal Expert Marksmanship & other graduation medals/awards.
Education:
Farias Elementary School
1510 Chicago St.
Laredo, TX 78040
8/73-6/79
Basic Requirements; 4th Grade Student of the Year
L.J. Christen Jr. High School
2001 Santa Maria Ave.
Laredo, TX 78040
8/79-6/81
Basic Requirements; 2 years in band
Martin High School
2002 San Bernardo
Laredo, TX 78040
9/81-5/85
G.T. my Junior & Senior years in Chemistry, English, Creative & Ready Writing. 2 years UIL in Journalism & Ready Writing, 2 years school paper.
Graduated top 15%.
Community College of the United States Air Force
Management & Logistics
Lowry AFB & Altus AFB
Personal References:
Sylvia Garcia
1504 Market St.
Laredo, TX 78040
Priscilla Mata
1708 Farmington Dr.
Mansfield, TX 76063
Patsy Pierce
1224 Forest Green Dr.
Kennedale, TX 76060
David Impallari
8322 Northaven
Converse, TX 78222
Jorge Cavazos
Francisco Garcia
Personal:
I am an extremely hard-working, dependable & confident individual. Able to accommodate myself to almost any environment and position. Work well with others, team-leader/player. Self-starter, quick learner. Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish. I firmly believe in doing whatever it takes to get the job done; go the extra mile…I’m looking forward to obtaining my Broker’s Lic.; have taken exam only once and missed it by two questions. I believe I would be an asset to any organization. At this time, I would like to extend my appreciation for your time and consideration.
Respectfully,
Oscar R. Garcia III
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