JDA
Melody N. Bernal
Licensed Customs Broker, Demand Planning Supervisor, Inventory Analyst
Quezon City
Summary
Customs Broker experienced in ensuring cargo conformity and value through thorough inspections and adherence to national and international regulations. Drove efficiency and regulatory compliance in international trade by streamlining customs processes and mitigating potential risks. Adapted to evolving regulations, demonstrating expertise in tariff classification and trade compliance while fostering collaboration within teams.
Professional inventory management expert with strong analytical skills and proven track record in optimizing stock levels and reducing costs. Skilled in data analysis, forecasting, and inventory control systems, with keen focus on improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Customs Broker
Circle J Cargo Logistics
06.2024 - Current
- Overseeing the clearance of goods through customs, including the preparation and submission of all necessary documentation
- Computation of duties and taxes including identifying the correct HS Code of the commodity.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest customs regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements to ensure compliance.
- Providing expert guidance and advice to clients on customs-related matters.
- Liaising with shipping, transportation, and logistics providers to coordinate the timely delivery of goods.
- Maintaining detailed records and generating reports on customs activities.
- Reviewed and processed customs documentation to ensure compliance with regulations, minimizing delays.
- Coordinated the movement of goods through customs, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Implemented process improvements in customs clearance procedures, leading to increased efficiency in operations.
Signing Broker
Licensed Customs Broker (Freelancer)
01.2020 - Current
- Negotiated and facilitated customs clearance for diverse shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed documentation for import/export processes, streamlining workflow and reducing processing delays.
- Advised clients on tariff classifications, optimizing duty payments, and enhancing cost efficiency.
- Collaborated with freight forwarders to coordinate logistics, improving shipment timelines and accuracy.
Demand Planning Supervisor
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
10.2019 - 06.2024
- Sample Ordering Management (collection, placement, preparation and monitoring of samples)
- Forecasting (summarizing, encoding and submitting forecast to global)
- Order Placement (encoding and preparation of orders to be submitted both locally and globally)
- Supervise Demand Planning Coordinator.
- Led demand forecasting initiatives that optimized inventory management and improved service levels.
- Implemented advanced planning systems that enhanced accuracy in demand projections and reduced stockouts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained key performance indicators to monitor demand trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
Shopify Manager (Part Time)
E-Zion LLC - BZ Home (Remote)
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Ensuring store runs smoothly, updates are implemented accurately, and issues are resolved quickly to protect performance and revenue.
- Manage product listings, including adding new products, updating inventory, collections, pricing and 3PL.
- Oversight of basic order processing and fulfillment workflows, ensuring smooth operations.
- Manage product inventory levels and coordinate with supply.
- Managed Shopify store operations, optimizing product listings and enhancing customer engagement.
- Implemented data-driven strategies for inventory management, improving stock turnover rates effectively.
- Developed marketing campaigns utilizing social media platforms to increase website traffic significantly.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, enabling informed decisions for product selection and pricing.
Inventory Specialist / Purchasing & Demand Planning
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Consolidation of monthly inventory report.
- Ensure that given reports are true and correct.
- Coordinate to concerned department whenever unusual variances occurred.
- Encoding of Receiving Report.
- Sample Ordering Management (collection, placement, preparation and monitoring of samples)
- Forecasting (summarizing, encoding and submitting forecast to global)
- Order Placement (encoding and preparation of orders to be submitted both local and global)
- Shipping (coordinates with the factory in relation to missing documents ex PL, SI; preparation of shipment, payment and arrival schedule)
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess.
- Conducted thorough analyses of demand trends to inform purchasing decisions and optimize supply chain.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhancing accuracy in inventory tracking.
- Developed and implemented inventory control procedures that improved overall operational efficiency.
Inventory Specialist
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Consolidation of monthly inventory report.
- Ensure that given reports are true and correct.
- Coordinate to concerned department whenever unusual variances occurred.
- Encoding of Receiving Report.
- Prepares monthly reports.
- Managed inventory levels through meticulous tracking, ensuring optimal stock availability and accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits and reconciliations, significantly reducing discrepancies in inventory records.
- Utilized inventory management software to streamline processes, enhancing operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Inventory Analyst
Perroquet Bleu Corp (Gingersnaps, Just G)
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Primarily responsible for analysis of inventory discrepancy between physical count and system balance.
- Reconciliation of variances.
- Perform actual physical audit to validate compliance with established rules in the fashion retails industry.
- Monitoring of Repair and Damage of Warehouse.
- Adjustment of unusual system inventory on hand and give pertinent sanctions according to the gravity of incident reported.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends, optimizing stock levels for operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented inventory tracking systems, enhancing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory, ensuring compliance with company policies and minimizing losses.
- Other functions that may be assigned from time to time relative to the position.
Inventory Audit Staff
Perroquet Bleu Corp (Gingersnaps, Just G)
02.2013 - 10.2013
- Assist inventory analyst to determine inventory discrepancy between physical count and system balance.
- Reconciliation of variances within store level during physical count.
- Perform actual physical audit to validate compliance with established rules in the fashion retail industry.
- Ensure completeness of AMPM Count (Daily Merchandise Report).
- Conducted comprehensive inventory audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels, reducing discrepancies in records.
- Monitored inventory rotation and replenishment, ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
- Other functions that may be assigned from time to time relative to the position.
Inventory Control Staff (Back Office)
Puregold Junior Supermarket Inc. – Edsa STARMALL
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Conduct physical count of items.
- In charge of all items inside the store especially High Valued items such as Cigarettes, Milk, Imported Chocolates, Prepaid Cards, Wines and Liquors etc.
- Prepares weekly, monthly and annual report.
- Releases memo when it comes to scheduling of Cycle Count/Recounts.
- Issues Inventory Deviation Report, Exceptions Report and Incident Report for those personnel that have been proved liable for inventory variances.
- Analyzed and adjusted unusual system on hand with approval of Store Officers.
- Works as an Admin/Audit Staff if needed.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory to maintain accuracy and compliance with operational standards.
Jr. Inventory Control Staff
Abenson, Inc.
12.2008 - 05.2009
- Responsible for releasing items to the customer.
- Receive and encode all items delivered.
- Manage customer complaints.
- Accountable of all items inside the store premises.
- Perform other tasks if necessary.
General Clerk
BPI Intramuros
11.2007 - 04.2008
- Sorting and sealing of Statement of Accounts such as Current and Saving Account, Thank You Letter and Credit Card documents.
- Focus on preparing Ayala Accounts such as Ayala Plans, Ayala Life, Ayala Loans etc.
- Ensure that all Statement of Accounts processed were complete according to their series.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
PMI Colleges, Inc.
Quezon City01-2007
High School Diploma -
Quezon City Academy
Quezon City 04.2001 -
Skills
Customs processing
Tariff classification
HS Code identification
Tax computation
Compliance management
Customs review
Logistics management
Document management
Client consulting
Forecasting accuracy
Supply chain planning
Purchasing processes
Supply and demand requirements
Demand forecasting
Transportation management
Customs clearance
Documentation preparation
Duties and taxes computation
Data analysis
Inventory control procedures
Inventory auditing
Variance reconciliation
Cycle counting
Microsoft Excel
Affiliations
Philippine Chamber of Customs Broker Inc
Software
Oracle (Retail Pro9)
Chase
Intercommerce (VASP)
BOC Portal
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Powerpoint
MS Outlook
Canva
Certification
Customs Broker Licensure Examination
Disclaimer
I hereby certify that all information stated herein were true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Licensed Customs Broker
Circle J Cargo Logistics
06.2024 - Current
Shopify Manager (Part Time)
E-Zion LLC - BZ Home (Remote)
05.2020 - 06.2021
Signing Broker
Licensed Customs Broker (Freelancer)
01.2020 - Current
Demand Planning Supervisor
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
10.2019 - 06.2024
Inventory Specialist / Purchasing & Demand Planning
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
10.2018 - 10.2019
Inventory Specialist
Cougar Athletic Trends, Inc (PUMA)
06.2015 - 10.2018
Inventory Analyst
Perroquet Bleu Corp (Gingersnaps, Just G)
10.2013 - 05.2015
Inventory Audit Staff
Perroquet Bleu Corp (Gingersnaps, Just G)
02.2013 - 10.2013
Inventory Control Staff (Back Office)
Puregold Junior Supermarket Inc. – Edsa STARMALL
11.2009 - 11.2011
Jr. Inventory Control Staff
Abenson, Inc.
12.2008 - 05.2009
General Clerk
BPI Intramuros
11.2007 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Quezon City Academy
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
PMI Colleges, Inc.