Raul Llopisraul.llopis@live.com | (914) 275-7277

10 Greenbriar Dr., Rochester, NY 14624__________________________________________________________________

ATTENTION: Hiring ManagerSUBJECT: Trade Compliance Position

Dear Sir or Madam:

Successfully turning visions into viable and productive strategies in a high quality environment has been the focal point of my professional career. That is the reason, I am applying for the position on Customs/Trade Compliance with your Corporation.

I am interested in working for your organization because of its strong reputation and the fact that my background spans several areas in common with your needs:

I have enjoyed a broad-based background – one which has covered project coordination, US Customs compliance, safety compliance, cross-training, quality control and cost containment. Each of these areas has contributed to my body of knowledge and ability to function at a high level.

Among my achievements and strengths are:

Licensed Customs broker Bilingual Spanish-English. Proficient in US Customs Regulations. Knowledgeable in US Customs valuation methods. Experienced in HTS commodity classification assignment and Incoterms Coordination with brokers and freight forwarders regarding Customs compliance on entry

documentation and shipment release Startup of Manufacturing Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ’s) Country of origin (COO) determination based on WTO guidelines and regulations Pre and Post- Entry Audits on entry package documentation. Familiarity with regulations and processes for BIS/ITAR/EAR/OFAC Active “Secret” security clearance 2 Successful deployments overseas at the service of the US Army. Accomplished Supply Sergeant and Property Book NCO. The ability to solve complex problems and function independently as needed. Self-starter/ highly motivated. A keen organizational instinct and strong business sense. Dedicated and driven as a hard-working individual. Team player; known for getting the job done,

meeting deadlines with quality results through time management and attention to detail.

My qualifications and accomplishments indicate that I would be an ideal candidate for your organization. I would appreciate the opportunity for a personal interview at your earliest convenience.Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Raul E. LlopisEnclosure: resume

Raul Llopisraul.llopis@live.com | (914) 275-7277

10 Greenbriar Dr., Rochester, NY 14624__________________________________________________________________

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARYTrade Compliance Manager - Import / Export Compliance Team Lead - Trade Compliance Project Director - Import / Export Compliance Analyst US Customs Import compliance - US Customs valuation methods - HTS commodity classification assignment - Pre- and Post- Entry Audits on entry packages Project Management - Team Building - Effective Supervision - Goal Driven

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORYSenior Import/Export Customs Compliance Analyst/Global HTS Classification, EASTMANKODAK COMPANY 2015 - PresentRochester, NYLeader in digital imaging and well-known brand across the globe

• Lead a six-person US Customs Entry team on more than 4,300 single import entries Valued on $250 million and paid over $4.2M in duties with a total savings of more than $2.5M through the different programs in place for 2016• Achieved 100% US Customs compliance on $152 million in Imports for 2015 and $250 million in Imports for 2016• Improved HTS classification standardization to all manufacturing countries for our company leading an international seven-person team to accomplish HTS classifications for more than 300,000 individual parts worldwide in an 18-month period and saved $400K in classification costs worldwide• Lead the systems transition to the new ACE single window environment including PGA’s message set, FTZ functionality and entry summary transmissions for a self- filer company.• Project start-up, design and implementation of a new GTS Platform in SAP for a potential $1MM in global savings• Manufacturing FTZ implementation for an increase on duty savings of $1.9 million per year• Start-up of the Customs Reconciliation Program to keep compliance on commodity imports with highly volatile price adjustments• Qualification of the company for US Customs Machinery Center of Excellence and Expertise (CEE) program

Senior Customs Compliance Analyst / Customs Classification Analyst, SANDLER ANDTRAVIS TRADE ADVISORY SERVICES. 2012 - 2015Greenville, SCLeading Company in third party Customs Compliance and Trading Assessment with global presence.

• Increased HTS Classification and pre-entry compliance productivity• Produced about 13,000 HTS classification yearly and 3,400 pre-entry audits with 100% accuracy• Contributed to the success of a trade compliance program for General Electric's various businesses.• Achieved highest standards of production quality while performing a good volume of post-entry audits• Customs Compliance Audits on industrial shipments for various GE Businesses, document tracking for air and ocean shipments, Process of Formal, Informal, TIB's, Chapter 98, and Section 321 shipment documentation.• Training of new personnel in Commodity Classification for MX, EU, IN, BR and any other HTS affiliated country.• Coordination with Brokers, transporters, and Customers for shipment processing

Operations Manager / Owner, Munware S.A. & Chemasoc S.A. 1996 - 2001Guayaquil - Ecuador

Two Commercial businesses focused on imports from the US to Latin America and sales of chemicals and Computer related parts and accessories. Sole Owner-Proprietor.

• Managed the Import operations for a small company in Ecuador.• Maximized the use of credit advantages towards the sustainable operation of a small company• Produced more than $100K in sales consistently.• Achieved a highly reliable supply chain with solid import and RMA export procedures.

Raul Llopisraul.llopis@live.com | (914) 275-7277

10 Greenbriar Dr., Rochester, NY 14624

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MILITARY EXPERIENCE

US ARMY and US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD. NY, SCIndustry: MilitaryOccupation: Supply Sergeant; Property book NCO; SI Inventory auditor; January 2005-PresentAreas of Action:

2 consecutive Deployments 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 to Iraq with 42 missions successfully completed.

Security Clearance “SECRET” granted on SEP. 2010 Sensitive Items Inventory Auditor for Joint Forces Headquarters Direction of Logistics with 100%

South Carolina State inventories accounted for. Successful handling of Inventories in excess of $25MM. Supply Sergeant for 3 different Military Units. Property Book NCO experience (Iraq 2010-2011) Proficient in using personal computers with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,

PowerPoint. Additionally, use Word Perfect, Lotus 1-2-3. Create and distribute a variety of reports using Excel.

Experienced in PBUSE and FEDLOG Army supply systems.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science, Economics, Universidad de Guayaquil, 1992

Licensed Customs Broker

Army Bilingual Translator (English-Spanish) level III (highest level out of 3)

MOS Qualified Army Supply Technician