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| Desired Industry: Apparel/Fashion/Sewing |
SpiderID: 6291 |
| Desired Job Location: New York, New York |
Date Posted: 3/31/2006 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: immediate |
| Desired Wage: 75,000 + |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Management (Manager, Director) |
Willing to Travel: Yes, Less Than 25% |
| Highest Degree Attained: Other |
Willing to Relocate: Undecided |
Objective:
SUMMARY: Bright results-oriented individual with strong background in textiles and apparel. Excellent communicator with hands on experience and extensive knowledge of import operations, customs compliance and production management
Experience:
SWEETFACE FASHION CO LLC 2001 - 2006
IMPORT MANAGER
In 2001, Sweetface Fashion launched its first line of clothing bearing the JLO by Jennifer Lopez label. Initially, my responsibility was to get product from the country of export to the retail floor. As the organization grew, my position as Import Manager became increasingly responsible for ensuring that the import staff adhered to company policies, maintained strong relationships with vendors and brokers, and provided the highest level of customer service.
Implemented and customized software programs
Developed an air and ocean transportation network which resulted in a savings of air freight costs within 18 months
Established strong communication relationships with US Customs and Customs brokers to expedite clearances and pier pickups
Created and Maintained CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) acceptance documentation;trained staff compliance policies and procedures.
ADJMI APPAREL GROUP 1990 - 2001
IMPORT MANAGER
Directed and ensured compliance to US customs procedures,including seasonal line reviews, product marking, country of origin rules, trade sanctions, transaction structure, and record keeping.
Developed transportation programs from origin to final destination for both air and ocean
Served as advisor in software program developemtn for product production and costing
KAHN LUCAS LANCASTER 1983 - 1990
IMPORT COORDINATOR
Assisted with preproduction approval process and product line development as well as sourcing product in foreign markets.
Coordinated transportation of product from country of origin to final destination for both air and ocean
Maintained customs documentation and clearances
Developed internal systems for product produced in aaccordance to 9802(807) regulations
Education:
World Trade Institue
New York, NY
Import Operations
Bryant and Stratton Business College
Milwaukee, WI
Merchandising and Design
Affiliations:
Women in International Trade
Reference:
Will be given upon request
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