Victor Pezzelato has over 20 years of experience in import/export management. He has expertise in customs compliance, documentation, expediting shipments to avoid delays and penalties, and arranging cost-effective transportation. He has worked in management roles at several freight forwarding and logistics companies where he oversaw operations and ensured regulatory compliance.

1. VICTOR PEZZELATO IMPORT AND EXPORT TRADING MANAGER
Liaison ~ Technical Advice ~ US Customs and Federal Agency Compliance
Import/Export manager with over 20 years of experience supervising the movement of goods in and out of the country in accor-
dance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Accomplished in administering activities, handling necessary documen-
tation, overseeing employees, and arranging shipments in a cost-effective manner. Practiced in expediting shipments, avoiding
shipping delays and penalties, and reviewing rates, strategies, and classifications. Possess current Customers Broker and Freight
Forwarder Certifications.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE:
ILE GLOBAL, LLC. – IFF/NOVCC • Valley Stream, NY • 2013-Present
A freight forwarding company providing customers with tailored freight solutions.
EXPORT MANAGER
Extend business and establish polices for new accounts by engineering the exporting process of International Trade of products.
Maximize expedient transit times and facilitate cost effective transport of cargo from point of origin to foreign destinations.
Streamline operations by identifying, planning, and outlining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in collaboration with
Sales representatives. Participate and coordinate documentation’s process in compliance with CBP, Security, and the In-
ternational Trading Organizations. Oversee Bank transfers, OBL releases, and leading to a profitable closure of files regarding
arrival to final destination. Interface with clients providing technical advice on as needed basis.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Ensure cost effective export activities via review of rates, strategies, and classifications and coordinating with various de-
partments to provide quotations
• Slash operating costs utilizing outside-the-box strategies, trade lines, and routings to develop cost-effective procedures
• Confirm all shipments are in compliance with export laws and regulations
DAMCO-IFF/NVOCC (Part of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group • Jamaica, NY • 2007-2012
A freight forwarding and supply chain management company.
IMPORT/EXPORT SUPERVISOR-BUSINESS CONTROLLER
Administered and supported international business development activities. Supervised 10 staff members via management,
guidance, and evaluations, and providing training on Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Permitted cost reduction and
maintained corporate standards by obtaining commodity specific pricing and bullets for top accounts. Resolved issues, settled
budgets and special arrangements, and negotiated with customers. Planned, quoted, billed, and directed air and ocean
shipments for import, export, and foreign to foreign. Upheld and maintained correct levels of regulatory compliance.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Achieved/maintained $0 force-settled payments for inter-company billing within foreign countries
• Saved company money by auditing/recovering $350K in over-billed carrier’s freight charges and minimizing losses with
shippers
• Resolved custom delays and facilitated release of import shipments per interaction with Custom’s officials and carriers
ALISON TRANSPORT, INC.-CHB • Oceanside, NY • 2006-2007
A freight forwarding and logistics provider.
CUSTOMS BROKER AND TRANSSHIPMENTS
Ensured compliance with US Customs and Federal Agencies by preparing/compiling documents required by the Federal
government. Classified and filed entries with US Customs and arranged for exam/samples, demurrage, duties, and payments.
Scheduled special deliveries in compliance with interstate traffic laws/regulations and company policies. Arranged
transportation, storage, and billing of imported goods from port to final destination within established budget and timeframes.
✓ Strategic Planning & Forecasting ✓ Bi-Lateral Credit Development ✓ Relationship Management
✓ Contingency Planning ✓ Supply Chain Management ✓ Project Management
✓ Vendor/Company Sourcing ✓ Staff Training & Leadership ✓ Problem Resolution
EXPERIENCE & NOTABLE CONTRIBUTIONS

2. 26 Lake Ave. ✦ Oyster Bay, NY 11771 ✦ 347.262.2117 ✦ victorpezz@yahoo.com
Victor Pezzelato Resume, Page 2
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Mediated between importers, shipping companies, airlines, carriers, trucking companies, and the US Customs Service
•Enabled appeal of duty charges by shippers by generating documents and arranged claims against carriers for damaged cargo
BRUZZONE SHIPPING, INC.-CHB • Inwood, NY • 2003-2005
A transportation provider of goods and vehicles both nationally and internationally.
CUSTOMS BROKER
Secured assets by facilitating documents to shippers permitting the appeal of duty charges. Arranged claims against carriers
for damaged cargo. Served as intermediate between importers, shipping companies, airlines, carriers, trucking companies, and
the US Customs Service. Classified and filed entries with US Customs and arranged for exam/samples, demurrage, duties, and
payments. Scheduled special deliveries in compliance with interstate traffic laws/regulations and company policies.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Arranged transportation, storage, and billing of imported goods from port to final destination within established budget and
timeframes
• Ensured compliance with US Customs and Federal Agencies by preparing/compiling documents required by the Federal
government
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS EXPRESS, INC.-CHB • Jamaica, NY • 2000-2003
A transportation provider of goods and vehicles both nationally and internationally.
CUSTOMS BROKER
Administered advice regarding technical requirements for importing, preparing and filling entry documents for Customs clear-
ance, obtaining necessary bonds, depositing U.S. import duties, securing release of goods, and arranging delivery to importer’s
premises or warehouse. Pursued appropriate administrative remedies on behalf of importer when needed and liaised between
US Customs and importers.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Scheduled special deliveries in compliance with interstate traffic laws/regulations and company policies
• Classified and filed entries with US Customs and arranged for exam/samples, demurrage, duties, and payments
Previous positions include Export Administrator at REVLON PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Universidad Argentina de la Empresa - Argentina
Certified Customs Broker
Certified Freight Forwarder
Customs and Border Protection - Argentina
International Logistics for the 21st Century
Baruch College, New York City University, New York, NY
Proficient in Spanish
Damco’s ‘Extra (S)mile Award * Revlon Recommendation Letter
EDUCATION