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Vipulkumar N.

Bulsara
59 Cayuga Ave,
San Francisco, CA 94112
415-586-4200
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATION
* Twenty years experience in, Export/Import, Logistics, Materials, Traffic, Tran
sportation and Operation dealing with fast paced, rapidly expanding companies.
* Expertise includes stream line the process of compliance of import/export air
and ocean, FCL, LTL nationwide.
* Analytical decision maker excellent problem solving skills, ability to manage
multiple tasks simultaneously, resourceful in managing bottom line objectives to
obtain corporate goals.
EXPERIENCE
BAYER INC.
Senior Logistics Representative Berkeley, CA May 2008 - Present
* Responsible for export compliance (Global Trade Compliance) related processes
within the Bayer Inc organization to ensure adherence to all government regulati
ons. Interface with internal and external parties, including freight forwarders
to ensure compliance to all government export and import regulations.
* Ensure compliance to proper valuation of imported merchandise based on U.S. Cu
stoms valuation guidelines, classification of items in accordance with the U.S.
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and U.S. Commerce Control List (CCL), and other
government requirements, including ensuring that appropriate corrective actions
are implemented for any defect areas. ECCN/HCCN commodity classifications, dan
gerous goods export compliance.
* Develop and provide training to Export Control & Customs (ECC) Partners, purch
asing, logistics, transportation and other employees involved in export and impo
rt compliance related activities and strong customer service skill.
SSF IMPORTED AUTO PARTS INC
Traffic & Logistics Manager So. San Francisco, CA Nov 2007 - May 2008
Responsible for all aspect of the freight and delivery program for the company a
nd is directly responsible for implementation and maintenance of the company 's
procedures regarding deliveries and freight. Evaluates and suggests suitable ro
utes and method of transport. Evaluate delivery and shipper quality, timeliness
and charges
* Review performance of freight carriers and all freight bills for correct rates
, assessorial charges and fuel surcharges. Also Review and report on monthly co
mparison report of Carrier charges vs. AS400 shipping and handling and periodic
review of shipping terminals and manifest pricing.
* Ensure legal compliance and provide import/export administration and control w
ithin governmental rules and regulations. Submit export license applications for
Automotive parts and ensure that license conditions are complied with import an
d export requirements: HTS, EAR, ECCN CT-PAT license determination and country o
f origin.
* Ability to manage necessary resources to meet business goals while complying w
ith safety, environmental and regulatory standard, and have ability to effective
ly lead a team of individuals from diverse background.
* Monthly analysis of delivery and Over Time cost by route for all locations and
ability to assess employee performance and address any issue. Quarterly evalua
tion of delivery program and maintain all delivery manuals with latest data.
VERIZON INTERNATIONAL TRADE SERVICES
Logistics Specialist San Jose, CA July 2007 - Oct 2007
Ensure legal compliance and provide import/export administration and control wit
hin governmental rules and regulations.
* Communicate global product compliance status and respond to information reques
ts from our business partners. Coordinate the classification of Verizon produc
ts in accordance with import and export requirements: HTS ECCN, IATR and EAR, li
cense determination and country of origin.
* Submit export license applications for telecommunication encryptions parts and
ensure that license conditions are complied with (end user controls, tracking,
reporting, etc.)
* Carried out routine audits on import/export activity and ensure that all neces
sary process documentation and historical records are maintained.

POWERLIGHT CORPORATION / SUN POWER INC.


Sr. Logistics / Traffic Consultant Berkeley, CA 2005 - 2007
PowerLight / Sun Power Inc is the leading global provider of large-scale solar p
ower systems, delivering unmatched experience and financial performance to comme
rcial, public sector, utility and residential customers in North America and rec
ognized internationally as a leading global provider of solar power to over 150
million kw per year.
* Strategically implementing an effective distribution plan to deliver materials
from its origin to jobsite in the most efficient and economical way. Developed
and allocated strategic supply chain project to reduce cost, improved efficienc
y and increase service levels.
* Managed various clients and their projects Nationwide and Internationally. En
sure legal compliance and provide import/export administration and control withi
n governmental rules and regulations and coordinate the classification of produ
cts in accordance with import and export requirements: HTS ECCN, license determi
nation and country of origin.
* Analyzing efficiencies in existing warehousing, fleet, and traffic management
process to determine alternative channels of supply chain management.
TILIA INC
Logistics / Operation / Traffic Manager San Francisco, CA 2000 - 2005
Tilia Inc an innovator of "FoodSaver" a company with over $ 550 million in pro-f
orma net sales.
* Managed and handled $85 million dollars of inventory at a third party warehous
e with an $11 million dollar annual transportation budget. Managed and centrali
zed, material planning system to forecast, procurement and demand was planning f
or global customer service organization.
* Negotiated, commercial rate structure with various carriers and freight forwar
ders. Implementing contracts and reduced the shipping cost by $500K per year.
Coordinate the classification of products in accordance with import and export
requirements: HTS ECCN. Managed and maintained high levels of cGMP compliance
throughout the logistic process.
* Developed and handled the process and procedures for managing cost effective l
ogistic planning and strategies in response to rapidly changing business and fun
ctional requirements in the mid to long-term timeframe.
* Review analysis of activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determi
ne progress toward stated business development goals and objectives. Responsibl
e of performing yearly inventory audit for all raw and finished materials in war
ehouse. Strong ability to multi-task in high pressure situations simultaneously

COSCO NORTH AMERICA INC.


Support Service Manager San Francisco, CA 1988 -2000
A $17 billion dollar Corporation, specializing in shipping and modern logistics,
serving as a shipping agency and providing services in freight forwarding.
* Coordinate and file claims against insurance and seek direct recoveries from S
SA, vessels, terminals, barge lines, railroads, truckers and other logistic supp
liers.
* Ensure daily operations in all logistic functions and staying in communication
with traffic personnel.
* Coordinate with Sales, Import/Export, Accounts Receivable, Payable, Traffic, I
T and Equipment Departments to provide assistance for all incoming inquires rela
ted to every aspect of problems raised by the shipper/consignee and or freight f
orwarder. Maintained cordial relationship and level of communication with clie
nt to improve future planning.
* Established a rapport with potential customers and providing logistical expert
ise to clients, reducing their cost and improving their productivity. Also coor
dinated with Marketing and Sales Departments to update sales profiles and provid
e assistance on sales reports. Comply with policy of business conduct. ISO 9002
.
SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE: SAP, ERP/MRP, JD Edwards, Great Plains, Impact, WMS, PKMS,
AS400, RFID, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio.
EDUCATION HEALD BUSINESS COLLEGE San Francisco, CA
Associate Degree in 1988
Major in Computer / Accounting / Business Communication
NAVJIVAN SICENCE COLLEGE Dohad, India
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

REFERENCES: Available upon request

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