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Cornelius Jones

Hampton

Summary

Detail-oriented compliance coordinator with a proven track record in regulatory compliance, audit coordination, and policy development. Adept at conducting thorough audits and implementing effective compliance training programs. Results-driven compliance professional with extensive experience in audit coordination and policy development. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and maintaining regulatory documentation to enhance compliance practices across organizations. Proactive compliance coordinator known for strong audit coordination and compliance training skills. Expertise in regulatory adherence and documentation management, ready to support organizational compliance goals and drive continuous improvement.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Coordinator

ASG-Allstate Sales Group
Remote
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Ensured adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements across all operations.
  • Developed and implemented compliance training programs to enhance employee understanding.
  • Conducted audits to identify compliance gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Collaborated with departments to address compliance-related inquiries effectively.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of compliance activities and findings.
  • Facilitated communication between management and regulatory agencies.
  • Supported the preparation of compliance reports for senior management review.
  • Monitored changes in regulations and updated internal policies accordingly.
  • Conducted compliance training programs and issued regular memos detailing compliant work practices to promote employee awareness of company policies.
  • Kept up-to-date records of developments in legislation to maintain and implement compliance programs and inform employees of changes to company policy.
  • Reviewed and evaluated existing policies, procedures, and documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Coordinated annual reviews of company policies by external auditors.

Lead Trade Compliance Analyst

ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc.
Remote
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Reviewed trade compliance documents for accuracy and regulatory adherence.
  • Prepared import and export documentation for shipments.
  • Monitored changes in trade laws, providing timely updates on operational impacts.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure compliant transportation of goods.
  • Conducted internal audits assessing compliance with trade regulations.
  • Maintained thorough records of trade compliance activities and documentation.
  • Resolved complex international logistics issues by liaising with Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports documenting import and export compliance activities, including tariff classification and value determination.
  • Research and analyze local and international regulations to ensure that ABB Company's trade practices comply with legal requirements. They may also provide guidance and advice to other departments within the company on compliance-related matters.
  • Review and manage local (HTSUS) Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications for components and finished goods; submit the database and required documentation to appropriate parties. Manage Customs broker requests to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of all entries submitted to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection manages the Value Reconciliation Process, creates local work instructions, and provides related import/export training. Assists with maintaining the Duty Drawback program, assists with the internal auditing of all import/export activities, and collects, assesses, and issues NAFTA/USCMA Certificates; ensures compliance with NAFTA/USCMA requirements.

Trade Compliance Analyst

XPO Logistics Inc.
Remote
12.2018 - 03.2022
  • Ensured compliance with US and non-U.S. import/export laws while achieving business objectives swiftly.
    Conducted post-entry audits of division's Customs broker filings to enhance accuracy.
    Developed and improved division's import/export licensing and compliance program.
    Reviewed and managed local Harmonized Tariff Schedule classifications for components and goods.
    Oversaw Customs broker requests, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to U.S. Customs.
    Managed Value Reconciliation Process for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
    Created local work instructions, providing related import/export training to staff.
    Collected and issued NAFTA/USCMA Certificates, ensuring adherence to requirements.
  • Analyzed trade compliance regulations to ensure adherence across operations.
  • Reviewed import/export documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Coordinated with vendors to resolve compliance-related issues promptly.
  • Developed training materials for staff on trade compliance procedures.
  • Monitored changes in trade laws to update internal policies accordingly.
  • Conducted audits of shipping practices to identify potential risks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline compliance processes.
  • Followed up with licensees to verify adherence to requirements.
  • Evaluated applications and associated documentation to determine eligibility.

Export Coordinator

Mid-America Overseas Inc.
College Park
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Coordinated international shipments ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
  • Managed documentation for export processes including invoices and packing lists.
  • Communicated with freight forwarders to schedule and track shipments effectively.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to address customer inquiries regarding shipments.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to streamline export procedures and logistics.
  • Analyzed shipping routes to optimize delivery times and reduce costs.
  • Trained new staff on export coordination processes and software systems.
  • Prepared and processed all necessary documentation for international trade transactions, including invoices, bills of lading and certificates of origin.
  • Evaluated cost, timing and sustainability factors of different shipping routes to select optimal choices.
  • Discussed detailed port information to importers or exporters.
  • Paid taxes, duties and insurance fees based on different freight types.
  • Communicated with global offices by telephone and email to facilitate smooth shipments.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues within various departments such as sales, logistics and accounting in order to ensure successful completion of export operations.

Global Export Agent

CH Robinson Inc.
East Point
11.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed export documentation and maintained accurate records for all transactions.
  • Communicated with clients to provide updates on shipment status and logistics issues.
  • Collaborated with freight forwarders to optimize shipping schedules and routes.
  • Resolved discrepancies in shipping documentation through effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Updated computer system with details such as dimensions, weights and general waybill data.
  • Checked physical shipments against computer database and physical documentation.
  • Monitored handling of dangerous goods to keep operations in line with standards.
  • Prepared and submitted AES filings, letters of credit and export declarations.
  • Adhered to SOPs and legal regulations for live animal and perishable shipments.
  • Prepared, checked, and filed documentation with department.
  • Facilitated communication between company, customers and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.
  • Cleared goods through customs and verified delivery to client destinations.
  • Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.

Sr. Ocean Export Agent

Yusen Logistics Inc.
College Park
11.2011 - 11.2015
  • Coordinated ocean freight shipments for international clients and ensured compliance with regulations.
  • Managed documentation for export processes, including bills of lading and customs declarations.
  • Communicated with carriers to schedule and track shipments, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Provided training support to junior staff on export procedures and best practices.
  • Implemented process improvements to facilitate smoother workflows within the export team.
  • Coordinated shipments with freight forwarders and carriers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Negotiated rates with carriers to secure competitive pricing for customers.
  • Worked closely with customs brokers to obtain clearance on import and export documentation.
  • Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
  • Inspected received items to reconcile against invoices to record shortages and reject damaged goods.
  • Determined shipping methods and prepared bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents.
  • Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mannheim American High School
Mannheim,Germany
05-1993

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Audit coordination
  • Policy development
  • Trade documentation
  • Compliance reporting
  • Risk assessment
  • Import/export regulations
  • Data analysis
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Documentation management
  • Compiling data
  • Conducting audits
  • Analyzing statistics
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Vendor / supplier performance management
  • Document analysis
  • Customer due diligence
  • Sanctions screening
  • Internal auditing
  • Risk analysis
  • SOP writing
  • Audit support
  • Compliance auditing
  • Training coordination
  • Tariff classification
  • Trade compliance analysis
  • Customs documentation
  • Logistics coordination
  • Shipping regulations
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Customs compliance
  • Freight forwarding experience
  • International trade
  • Export documentation
  • Route management
  • Microsoft office expertise
  • Warehousing functions
  • Written communication
  • Microsoft office
  • Phone etiquette
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Recordkeeping strengths
  • Call documentation
  • POS systems and ordering platforms
  • Product knowledge
  • MS office
  • Organization and recordkeeping
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Remote office availability
  • Shipping and receiving

Timeline

Compliance Coordinator

ASG-Allstate Sales Group
08.2023 - 06.2025

Lead Trade Compliance Analyst

ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc.
03.2022 - 07.2023

Trade Compliance Analyst

XPO Logistics Inc.
12.2018 - 03.2022

Export Coordinator

Mid-America Overseas Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2018

Global Export Agent

CH Robinson Inc.
11.2015 - 12.2016

Sr. Ocean Export Agent

Yusen Logistics Inc.
11.2011 - 11.2015

High School Diploma -

Mannheim American High School

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