1. R I C H A R D J . D I A Z
31-15 74th
Street │ East Elmhurst, NY 11370 │ (917) 392-5833 │ diazrichardjoseph@gmail.com
Dynamic Leader who offers talent in Logistics Coordination (Export / Import), Freight Forwarding,
Shipping Operations, Terminal Operations, Team Building, Strategic Analysis, Short- / Long-Term
Planning, Hazardous / Restricted Materials Management, and Regulatory Compliance with an ability to
see the “big picture” at all times.
Top Performer who boasts above-average career results, and who can make decisions to reflect
positively on global operations in alignment with logistics goals to attain a significant international
competitive advantage.
Excellent Communicator who builds and sustains synergistic relationships with global senior
management, logistics teams, international business communities, and clients; who excels in both
autonomous and collaborative work environments; and who leads staff by example and with
integrity to achieve objectives.
P R O F E S S I O N A L S Y N O P S I S
STAR CHILDREN DRESS COMPANY, INC. │ RARE EDITIONS 2015 – 2016
Logistics Coordinator
Capitalized on the opportunity to direct forward-thinking pre-shipment, freight negotiations, shipping,
and follow-up initiatives with overseas garment factories and respective shipping lines for onboard
container loading.
Coordinated efforts with internal production / sales departments for final shipping samples’ approval
and confirmed shipment departures and arrivals, along with coordinating activities with warehouse and
custom broker.
Approved freight invoices and set up the wire transfer to the respective shipping lines and shipping
agents, including handling original shipping documents released from bank, L / C request set ups for
overseas factories, and coordinating and managing efforts with the finance department for overseas
factories export payments.
Coordinated container deliveries with warehouse and custom brokers.
Successfully re-routed shipments to the final customer and key inventory efforts.
EUR SERVICE (BD) LTD. 2003 – 2013
Senior Logistics Associate – Sea │ Air Freight
Strategically steered air and sea freight workforce operations while mentoring and managing a team
of support staff and customer service, including handling short- / long-term goal planning, sales
analysis preparation, target market development, on-the-spot decision-making for all pick ups, and
outbound shipment issues resolution.
Ensured seamless processes by assisting departments with office administration, procurement, and
operations.
Supported turnover reanalysis for the budget period to attain goals.
2. Proactively advised international clients on efficient shipments of goods.
Consistently identified areas requiring improvement to enhance business success.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L S Y N O P S I S ( C O N T I N U E D )
INTERMOVE 1986 – 1993 │ 1998- 2002
Senior Logistics Executive (1998 – 2002)
Utilized broad scope of industry knowledge toward directing a results-focused staff, including
managing workforce and support teams in assisting in pre-planning on short- / long-term efforts and
weekly performance and activity review while cost-effectively handling sales target planning while
assisting with business procurement.
Directed key transportation and movement of goods via sea, air, and inland transport in alignment
with all goals.
Monitored customer complaints and custom brokerage activities and assisted with office
administration.
Developed contact with overseas associate companies for agency agreements and
business development.
INTERMOVE (CONTINUED) 1986 – 1993 │ 1998- 2002
Sales & Marketing Assistant (1986 – 1993)
Optimized use of resources to achieve objectives by planning and prioritizing workflow tasks across
an entire workforce, including assisting in the development of sales / marketing strategies while
managing business efforts.
Led critical sales analysis, performance reviews, reports, and customer services /
assistance.
ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (COMBINED TRANSPORT) LTD., KOWLOON, HONG
KONG 1993 – 1998
Sales & Marketing Assistant
Maximized bottom-line performance by facilitating new business development initiatives across
China, Hong Kong, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, including driving targeted sales analysis, planning,
and turnover reanalysis.
Built and sustained lucrative Hong Kong-based business serving Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan
communities.
Enlarged business scope and developed business volume within a high-volume Hong
Kong area.
3. Improved client services and client retention by negotiating additional technical back-up
facilities.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L S Y N O P S I S ( C O N T I N U E D )
PROGRESSIVE PACKERS & SHIPPERS, DHAKA, BANGLADESH 1983 – 1986
Senior Assistant – Shipping & Logistics
Played a vital role in assisting sales teams with sales calls on prospective customers, including
performing short- / long-term planning, customer follow ups, and marketing department support for
sales targets in budget period.
Advised clients on transportation and payment methods, checked import / export documentation to
determine cargo contents, and further classified goods into fees and / or tariff groups using a coding
system.
Promoted to Senior Assistant for Shipping & Logistics due to job performance
excellence.
Accurately routed inbound and outbound air and sea freight shipments to key
destinations.
E D U C A T I O N , P R O F E S S I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T & T E C H N I C A L
S U M M A R Y
Bachelor of Commerce UNIVERSITY OF DHAKA
Supply Chain Management Studies BANGLADESH UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
ICAO – “Dangerous Goods Course Achievement Award” BRITISH AIRWAYS CARGO
Adobe Acrobat (PDFs) │ Shipping Line / Air Cargo Line Web-Net System │ Logistics Software
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) │ Sales Software │ Internet Applications
P R O F E S S I O N A L M E M B E R S H I P S
Member, Probashi Bengali Christian Association
Member, Bangladesh Hindu-Buddha-Christian Unity Council
Excellent Professional References Provided Upon Request