- 241 SE 12^TH Ct. Ÿ Xxxxxx , XXXXXX xxxxxx ( (xxx-xxx-xxxx * abc@xyz.com

Dear Hiring Manager,

        I am pleased to send in my application to become part of your team in response to a job vacancy posting for the position of ________________. My resum is attached for your review and consideration.

What I offer is my baccalaureate degree in Business Administration and more than 20 years providing high-performance sales, customer service, and business operations management in the multi-modal freight forwarding and transport industries. I am currently with K Carlton International as an Export Manager based in Fort Lauderdale, XXXXXX. Prior to this, I was an Office Manager for Ronnie s Auto Transport, after managing my own shipping business with Jag International based in Xxxxxx, XXXXXX. For more details, please take a moment to go through my resum .

In leveraging my managerial competencies in the shipping/transport industries, I also bring to the table my personal strengths that include a passion for achieving business objectives through sustainable people-centric and results-driven leadership excellence. Along the way, I have also proven my interpersonal communication skills that help build relationships with the people I work with, including senior management, stakeholders, and industry professionals that create a harmonious and collaborative work environment in achieving shared commitments.

I am confident that my education, experience, and personal strengths offer the right mix of qualifications that define me as a suitable candidate for the vacancy, one who can help achieve your objectives as part of your team. Should you need further clarification, or would prefer to schedule an interview, please do not hesitate to reach me through any of my contact points in the heading. Thank you for considering me, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

KIM BOEHM

Attachment: Resum

- 241 SE 12^TH Ct. Ÿ Xxxxxx , XXXXXX xxxxxx ( (xxx-xxx-xxxx * abc@xyz.com

Freight /Transport Business Management

Qualifications Profile

    Self-assured, dynamic, and service-driven professional with more than 20 years providing high-performance sales, customer service, and business operations management in the multi-modal freight forwarding and transport industries.

-    Excellent focus on achieving business objectives, increasing sales by 50% at K Carlton International.

-    Aggressive entrepreneural skills that built and grew a freight forwarding business from scratch.

    Highly detailed, analytical and methodical with critical thinking to resolve work issues even under stress.

    Xxxxxxexible and adaptable with quick learning abilities to reach high productivity levels in fast-paced work environments and new or demanding assignments.

    Well-organized and resourceful with multitasking skills that optimize limited resources to achieve outstanding results.

    Strong people management and interpersonal communication skills that inspire customer confidence while forging teamwork synergies with colleagues across diverse ethnicities.

Key Expertise

Sales Management

    Marketing & Sales (Trad. & Online)

    Business Development

    Multiple Account Management

    Customer Service Management

    Relationship Management (Clients, Customs, Transport Companies, & the Public)

Business Operations Management

    Freight Forwarding Business Development

    Tactical & Operations Planning

    Supply Chain Management

    Customs Brokerage

    Import/Export Operations

    Shipping & Receiving

    Process/Workxxxxxxow Improvement

Administration

    Profitability Management

    Basic Accounting (Account Payables Receivables)

    Fiscal & Budget Management

    Policies & Regulatory Compliance (i.e. OSHA, etc.)

    Staff Supervision & Training

    Time Management

    Office & Staff Administration

    Records & Document Management

Technical

    Productivity Tools: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, & Outlook)

Professional Experience

    Responsible for processing import and export documentation in accordance with customs regulations, laws, company policies, and service quality standards, signing off documents on behalf of clients using appropriate powers of attorney, and clearing goods through customs to reach final client destinations.

    Leverage knowledge in local, state, and federal laws, including customs regulations here and overseas, attending trade conferences and meetings to keep abreast of changes, and ensuring compliance to enable smooth xxxxxxow of all export and import freight transshipments.

    Arrange for multimodal freight transport, 3^rd party logistics, and product distribution support as needed.

    Oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely settlements.

    Increase sale by 50% to date for the department.

    Provided administrative oversight in managing office operations covering budget management, contract management, facilities maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, and supplies inventory management.

    Reviewed operational reports to ensure data accuracy and process efficiencies.

    Hired, onboarded, trained, and terminated clerical and administrative personnel.

    Built and grew the business, providing strategic and tactical direction for a team of professionals in managing marketing and sales, customer service, operations, and accounting with complete oversight on accounts payable/receivable, budget management, and compliance with federal maritime commission.

Education & Credentials

    LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE WEST CAMPUS Ÿ Lansing, MI (1989)

B.B.A. Basic Business

Professional Training & Certifications

    Hazardous Material Certification. TSA approved as an IAC administer

Professional Affiliations

    Volunteer: Xxxxxx Chamber of Commerce