CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

·         Directed implementation of automated trade compliance solutions in SAP (GTS and AEB)  in the Americas region.

·         Successfully implemented C-TPAT and ISA program for three separate  multi-national manufacturing organizations in medical, high-tech electronics and consumer products.

·         Managed integration of trade compliance and import/export operation for U.S. acquisitions with parent Sappi Fine Papers South Africa.

·         Responsibility for global trade compliance activities including vendor optimization, duty reduction, process control and standardization for Carl Zeiss Inc. and Nikon Inc.

·         Project Leader, developing North American import, export and customs resource integration for four newly US acquired manufacturing sites, SAPPI

·         Recognized for aggressive cost containment and process improvement.

·         Developed  RFQ for selection and management of multiple 3PLs.

·         Empowered official and primary point of contact for all government regulatory agencies.    

·         Lead corporate team to optimize logistic operations between US and foreign manufacturing sites, co-chaired company’s Global Logistics Forum. Effectively streamlined global logistics operation and dramatically leveraged purchasing power reduced transportation spend by $3.1 million in 3 years and reduced transport lead time to customers by 1 full day.

·         Co-chairman Global Logistics Steering Committee. Streamlined global logistics operation and leveraged purchasing power to reduced costs and improve supply chain velocity.

·         Developed  & conducted training  at all levels of  Corporate Trade Compliance program.

·         Corporate subject matter expert for all trade compliance matters including  ITAR, EAR,FTA, foreign customs operations, bonded warehousing, and Foreign Trade Zones, etc.

·         Guest lecturer Binghamton University, Watson School of Engineering, Global  SCM & Transportation, 2010  

·         Planned and implemented trade compliance operations for start-up U.S.A., Mexican, Brazilian, Canadian and Australian divisions, responsible for logistics integration and  compliance development and oversight.

·         Directed successful Congressional application of MTB product classification for duty free treatment of imported electronic products, reduced landed costs by 3-5 %, reduced annual duty obligation by $5 million

·         Created & implemented KPI metrics system for global service providers.

·         Developed and maintain trade compliance SOP manuals for ISO 9001 certification

·         Implemented internal ACE customs duty payment program and PMS.   

·         Established warehouse and distribution centers: Australia, England, Germany and Mexico.

PROFESSIONAL

EXPERIENCE

February 2011 to present

L. FANNIN, continued

October 2003 to January 2011

September 2002 to September 2003

February 1996 –

December 2001

L. FANNIN, continued

Carl Zeiss, Inc., Thornwood, NY

Director of Trade Compliance and Logistics Development, Americas for multibillion dollar manufacturer of industrial equipment, medical equipment, military optics, precision optical machinery, microscopes and consumer optics.

• Direct governance and oversight of trade compliance activities for twelve separate Zeiss companies in the Americas.
• Conduct trade related due diligence for North American M&A activity.
• Empowered Official for all trade matters ITAR, OFAC, C-TPAT
• Developed and implemented strategy to consolidated customs and logistics operations to streamline diverse processes, conduct regular in house audits and staff training.
• Executive Project Manager for automated trade compliance and control program implementation.
• Executive Project Sponsor for several pilot projects including “Factory to US Direct Drop Ship”, “Critical Service Spares Logistics”  and “Regional Distribution Hub” and warehouse development resulting in significant cost reductions in excess of $2 million
• Responsible for identifying operational synergies among twelve business groups by working with various independent senior management teams. Managed cross functional alignment, significant cost reductions and IT integration efficiency.
• Managed development and implementation of an ITAR technology control plan and  multi-sight physical security requirements.
• Conduct education and training seminars for import/export controls and ITAR compliance both eLearning and in-person lectures
• Principal contact for all trade related government agency activity

Nikon Inc., Melville, NY

Sr. Manager  Import, Export, Trade Compliance for multi-billion dollar manufacturer of  consumer products, photographic, medical and industrial equipment.

·         Primary trade related government agency liaison for all Nikon business groups. Direct contact with CBP, BIS, Treasury, DOD and managed government program registration and compliance ITAR, EAR, ISF, C-TPAT, ISA, FTA’s.

·         Monitor and evaluate changes in the trade regulatory environment, analyze impact and report to executive management.

·         Implementation of import compliance operations, including valuation, HTSUS,  origins, audit,  recordkeeping  and database.

·         Plan and implement export compliance program to all divisions, wrote SOP.

·         Work across department/corporate lines with department heads to ensure compliance with all required regulations. Identify opportunities to maximize trade programs and incentives

·         Achieved C-TPAT Tier Two validation and Importer Self-Assessment (ISA) certification.

·         Directed 2 overseas C-TPAT re-validation trips with US Customs

·         Plan and direct activities of Customs Trade Attorneys, Customs Brokers, 3PL’s.

·         Direct GSA contract requirements for exports of medical and list controlled items

·         US Foreign Trade Agreement, analysis and compliance, GSP, NAFTA etc.

·         Manage drawback, protests and rulings.

·         Responsible for logistics service provider selection, evaluation and operations

·         Responsible for continuous improvement, cost reduction program for trade and  SCM

·         Officially recognized for aggressive cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

HARMAN CONSUMER PRODUCTS, Woodbury, NY

Import Manager for a multi-million dollar manufacturer of consumer electronics.

·         Responsible for daily import/export customs operations: scheduling, documentation, and review. Heavy concentration of imports from China and South East Asia

·         Manage daily activities of Customs Brokers and Logistic Service Providers.

·         Responsible for all HTS classification, review and correction of customs entries.

·         Handle all Customs enquiries and communication..

·         Coordinate foreign to foreign shipping, Europe to Asia and Asia to Europe.

·         Work closely with materials managers and sales personnel to meet customer requirements.

·         Analysis of vendor performance and customs compliance.

SAPPI TRADING, DIVISION of SAPPI LTD., Purchase, NY

Director of Operations for a multi-billion dollar paper and pulp manufacturing company,

·         Planned, implemented, managed import/export trade operations for four US Based manufacturing sites.

·         Directed merger of Trade Operations when SAPPI purchased SD Warren Inc.

·         Consolidated Customs House Brokers and Freight Forwarder activities to greatly improve performance of Supply Chain.

·         Annual activity: 3100 annual customs transactions: ocean, air, break-bulk, truck, rail.

·         Implemented Best Practices, Benchmarking and Vendor Performance Evaluation program

·         Managed foreign to foreign shipments – Europe, Asia, Latin America, South Pacific

                - Continuous Improvement logistics program

                - Greatly improved Customs compliance

                - Slashed import/export costs by 18% over a three-year period.

                - Reduced transportation lead-time by 16% over four years.

                - Restructured third party warehousing services to capture an additional $225k yearly.

                - Established direct export operations at four manufacturing sites.

·         Lead development of in-house customs management software package, significantly improved accuracy and timing of import /export documentation.

·         Monthly presentation to executive committee.

·         Published  monthly Global Trade Activities report to world-wide management

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member: AAEI, American Association of Importers & Exporters, Trade Policy Committee

Former Member: Long Island Importer and Exporter Association

Former Member: Contract Committee, National Unaffiliated Shippers Association

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Attend government and industry sponsored trade conferences annually including CPB, BIS, DOC, AAEI, C-TPAT and several Legal Industry sponsored conferences

International Finance; Foreign Customs Compliance:  WORLD TRADE INSTITUTE

Customs Brokers License training:  UPS SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Standard Banking Practice for Commercial Letters of Credit: Citibank NA

Export Controls program development:  US DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, BIS

EDUCATION

BERNARDM.BARUCHCOLLEGE, CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK,NY, NY

Bachelor of Business Administration: International Business1980

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Excellent:  Excel, Word, Power Point, SAP. Trained COQ process improvement leader