Customs Analyst Resume Example

Customs Analyst · U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

Washington, D.C. · 2019 - Present

• Analyzed over 500 import declarations monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies, resulting in a 15% reduction in processing delays.
• Developed and implemented a new risk assessment model for high-value shipments, improving interception of non-compliant goods by 20%.
• Collaborated with inter-agency teams to enforce trade policies, leading to the successful seizure of over $2M in counterfeit merchandise.
• Provided expert guidance on tariff classifications and trade agreements (e.g., USMCA), reducing client penalty exposure by an average of 10%.

Trade Compliance Associate · KPMG

Washington, D.C. · 2016 - 2019

• Assisted clients in developing and implementing trade compliance programs, reducing audit findings by an average of 25%.
• Conducted comprehensive reviews of import/export operations for 30+ clients, identifying over $1.5M in potential duty savings.
• Researched and interpreted complex customs regulations (HTSUS, EAR, ITAR) to advise clients on proper classification and valuation, preventing 50+ compliance violations.
• Prepared and submitted voluntary disclosures to regulatory bodies, resulting in mitigated penalties for clients in 95% of cases.

Master of Science in Global Trade and Finance · Georgetown University

Washington, D.C. · 2017 - 2019

• Completed capstone project on blockchain applications in supply chain transparency, earning highest distinction.
• Awarded Graduate Research Fellowship for study in international economic policy.

Bachelor of Science in International Business · University of Maryland, College Park

College Park, MD · 2012 - 2016

• Graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0.
• Dean's List recipient for 6 semesters.
• Completed an intensive study abroad program focusing on EU trade policy in Brussels, Belgium.

Senior Customs Analyst · Aperture Brands Inc.

Chicago, IL · 2021 - Present

• Managed customs clearance for over 5,000 annual international shipments, ensuring 99% on-time delivery and compliance for consumer goods.
• Identified and implemented duty reduction strategies using free trade agreements (e.g., USMCA, GSP), resulting in $1.2M in annual cost savings.
• Developed and delivered training to internal procurement and logistics teams on import documentation and HTS classification, reducing classification errors by 25%.
• Led quarterly internal audits of import processes, achieving 100% compliance with C-TPAT and FDA regulations across global operations.

Customs Specialist · Trans-Global Logistics

Chicago, IL · 2017 - 2021

• Processed customs entries for a diverse portfolio of clients, handling an average of 150 entries per month across various commodities.
• Assisted clients with HTS classification, valuation, and country of origin determination, reducing import delays by 15% through proactive communication.
• Collaborated with freight forwarders and carriers to resolve customs holds efficiently, minimizing demurrage charges by 30% for key accounts.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of import/export regulations for over 20 countries to advise clients effectively and ensure trade compliance.

Master of Science in Supply Chain Management · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL · 2016 - 2018

• GPA: 3.8/4.0
• Thesis: Optimizing Customs Clearance in E-commerce Supply Chains

Bachelor of Science in International Business · DePaul University

Chicago, IL · 2013 - 2017

• GPA: 3.7/4.0, Magna Cum Laude
• Relevant coursework: International Trade Law, Global Logistics, International Economics