Delia Linares: Trade Compliance & International Logistics Specialist in Whittier, CA

Transmitted ISF information for ocean import shipments to Customs daily and monitored status until obtaining successful AMS on file. Verified bill of lading and all vessel details against documents received and ocean carrier sites. Assisted Entry Writers with shipment tracking, demurrage or storage payments, cargo release & final delivery of goods. Daily use of Cargowise to document milestones.

Helped the Purchasing team with the procurement and logistics of international raw materials. Requested preship samples, generated purchase orders and reviewed all international documentation for accuracy and completion. Ensured ISF, Customs entry and FDA prior notice were filed in timely manner with correct HTS classification and vessel details. Contacted broker, carriers and port terminals daily to ensure cargo was expedited and cleared within the last free day to avoid demurrage and storage fees. Negotiated pricing and booked all domestic and international freight. Audited entry forms and freight invoices before authorizing payment. Accomplishments: reduction of demurrage and storage fees and transportation savings by directly managing pier pass and negotiating ocean freight rate for a high volume account.

Supported the Production team with processing footwear orders with our overseas suppliers, including, updating specs and setting up new styles with correct HTS classification. Helped Customer Service with the placement of buys and EDI orders, tickets, sample approvals and other customer needs.

Placed licensee footwear orders with overseas manufacturers. Worked closely with design, sales and overseas agents to ensure all samples and lead pairs met customer requirements, from the shoe lining and stitching details to the packaging and ticketing.