Ruben Martin

214-432-6181 / rmartin52@me.com Dallas, Texas

Import/Export Management / International Logistics / Operations

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS A trilingual professional with hands-on expertise in successfully managing global non-asset resources with solid knowledge of foreign trade terminology, definitions, laws and regulations. Skilled as a freight negotiator (air, ocean and ground), strong communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese; and for direct experience importing/exporting products in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia. Known as a strong leader who inspires others to excel through teaching and effective supervisory abilities, for providing operational analysis and designing process improvements, ensuring high quality customer service; and for focusing on increasing a companys international trade level through experience, sound business judgment, and teamwork. Key Strengths: Global Import / Export Logistics Problem Solving Communication Operations Negotiations Analytical Skills Leadership Skills Training & Development Team Building Interpersonal Skills Planning / Coordinating Self-Starter PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Komatsu America Corp International Logistics Outbound Manager - PDC / Ripley 2011-2012 Developed new strategies for exportation of parts and supplies of heavy construction, forestry and mining machinery worldwide with concentration in Latin America, Australia and China. Developed and implemented an Export Program for direct control of vendors. Created strategic logistics direction to pursue ideal SCM operations for the PDC exportation program Spotlighted Achievements: Established the direct export under KAC control into South America. Realigned the company to the usage of the Incoterm 2010 and other deviations being used by the marketing and sales division. Re-trained export personnel on the new Incoterm 2010. Spearheaded project for implementation of a non-asset cross-dock warehouse to handle direct consolidations out of city port reflected in financial savings on transport and reducing damages. Spearheaded discussions on consolidation project into Chile between KAC and Cummins. As a show case, developed the first shipment direct with carrier without using forwarders, saving $120,350. Panasonic Corp of North America International Logistics Manager 2006-2011 Created strategic logistics direction to pursue ideal SCM operations for all divisions of the company. Managed all vendors (ocean carriers, freight forwarders and brokers). Established the export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP) to produce consistent export decisions in compliance with BIS/EAR/NAFTA/AMS/AES/ECCN and Schedule B. Created SOPs for each project at the time of the execution of the projects. Provided operational solutions to reduce costs, lead-time and increased efficiencies on the inbound operations. Negotiated freight and nominated carriers and forwarders for air and ocean freight within the established SCM projections. Spotlighted Achievements: Implemented and managed hubs to expedite cargo delivery to save in warehouse operation cost. Implemented the turn-around business in China trading reflecting time and financial savings. Developed strategic routes for PIC avoiding CBP clearance reflecting time and financial savings. Managed Panasonic X-Track project to automate the reporting (KPIs) and cargo tracking system. Controlled ocean freight increases to reflect 5% or less/y on a management of 44000TEUs. Active member of the GFN representing USA import and export freight negotiations on 44K containers. Achieved turn-around time of 48 hours at cost of $35k/month in lieu of $150k/month on shipments from Shenzen to Shanghai Ricoh Logistics Import Export Manager 1994-2006 Developed/implemented the guidelines for the import department and managed the import for Ricoh Corp. HQ and non-Ricoh customers from Japan, S. Korea, HKG, China, Taiwan, France and UK into USA. Created new SOPs for general operations for non-Ricoh customers. Achieved the ideal JOT level of services on the foreigner-to-foreigner hauls ensuring compliance with all international laws and regulations. Implemented the C-TPAT certification and new security standards for Ricoh in USA and overseas. Created and developed two direct agents in South America Uruguay and Colon Panama, saving $5M+ in 6 years. Spartan Worldwide Import Export Manager 1986-1994

EDUCATION University Mogi das Cruzes SP/Brazil Masters Degree, International Law 1980 University de Admn Alvares Penteado SP/Brazil Bachelors Degree, Business Administration 1981 Languages: English Portuguese Spanish Certifications: Haz Mat Certified in DOT, IATA & IMDG Membership: Member #63193 of Society of International Affairs