Open To Work
Rosario Balabat
Licensed Customs Broker
Sanfernando,CEB
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Customs Broker and Logistics Specialist with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in end-to-end supply chain management and regulatory compliance. Proven success as a Logistics Operations Supervisor, skilled in managing complex physical distributions and navigating high-stakes customs clearances. Currently enhancing expertise through Freight Courses 101, combining extensive hands-on knowledge with advanced virtual brokerage training. Proficient in tariff classification, import/export laws, and carrier management, ready to deliver exceptional support as a Freight Virtual Assistant while leveraging senior-level operational insights.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Customs Broker/Operation Supervisor
K Line Logistics Phils., Inc.
10.2013 - Current
- Preparation & Lodgment: Overseeing the preparation, signing, filing, and processing of all import and export entries (declarations).
- Compliance Representation: Representing clients (importers/exporters) before the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and other government agencies regarding valuation, classification, and rules of origin.
- Tariff Classification/Customs Laws Expert: Accurately assigning Harmonized System codes to goods to determine the correct duty rates and preventing “misclassification” penalties.
- Duty & Tax Computation: Calculating the customs duties and taxes, specific duties, Excise taxes, VAT, and other fees (IPF, CSF) due to the government.
- Permit Coordination: Identifying and securing necessary permits from regulated agencies before the arrival of goods to ensure seamless clearance.
- Client Consultation: Advising clients on the legality of their shipments, potential tax incentives (e.g., PEZA, BOI), and the financial impact of trade agreements (e.g., AFTA, ACFTA).
- Documentation Specialist: Ensuring the accuracy of import and export shipping documents both air and sea such as bill of lading for sea and air waybill for air, invoice, packing list and other permits.
- Resource Controller: Overseeing operational costs and maximizing the utilization of company assets (trucks, warehouse space, and labor) to optimize profit.
- Manifest Validation & Submission; AFR Filing: Scrubbing inward/outward manifests for accuracy and ensuring timely electronic transmission to avoid “Late Manifest” penalties. Responsible in filing Japan’s Advance Filing Rule (AFR).
- Carrier Outsourcing & Vetting: Sourcing and negotiating with third-party trucking companies while verifying their insurance, permits, and safety records.
Administrative Assistant
API Holdings Inc.
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Calendar Management–Coordinating executive meetings and managing room reservations. In freight, “meetings” are Dock Appointments. I will be responsible for calling Shippers and Receivers to secure a “slot” for a truck. My ability to manage time-sensitive schedules ensures a driver isn’t stuck waiting (detention), which saves the company money.
- Data Entry & Integrity–Maintaining databases and ensuring company records are 100% accurate. Just like in inputting data in the TMS details should be accurate.
- Record Keeping–Organizing digital filing systems for easy retrieval. In logistics, if there is no Proof of Delivery (POD), there is no payment.
Impex Staff
Yuenthai Phils Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Shipping Documentation–Preparing and verifying the “Shipping Set,” which includes the Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Certificate of Origin. Filing of import permit before cargo arrival and filing of automated export declaration system for outbound shipments.
- Logistics Coordination & Booking– Coordinating with customs broker and forwarder to ensure accurate documentations.
- Invoice Auditing– Reviewing billings from forwarders, truckers, and brokers to ensure they match the agreed-upon rates (Incoterms) and that no “hidden fees” are being charged.
- Record Keeping–Maintaining a strict 3-to-5-year archive of all import/export transactions for government post-clearance audits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
University of Cebu
Main Campus03-2010
Skills
- Load Tracking & Scheduling (trained)
- Quoting & Rate Negotiation (trained)
- Carrier & Shipper Communication (trained)
- TMS Navigation & Data Entry
- Load Boards Research & Posting
- Freight Class Calculation
- Customer Support & Conflict Resolution
- Problem-Solving & Multitasking
Timeline
Licensed Customs Broker/Operation Supervisor
K Line Logistics Phils., Inc.
10.2013 - Current
Administrative Assistant
API Holdings Inc.
06.2012 - 10.2013
Impex Staff
Yuenthai Phils Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
University of Cebu
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Tools: TMS Platforms, Load Boards, Freight Class Calculator, Google Workspace, MS Office, Estes, TForce, Old Dominion, DAT (DAT One), AscendTMS, FMCSA SAFER, e2m, NACCS
- Familiarity with industry terms: LTL, FTL, Intermodal, Drayage, HOS, BOL, Rate Sheets, RPM (Rate Per Mile), Accessorials, Lumper Fee, MC Number (Motor Carrier), DOT Number
- Availability: Full-time / Part-time/Night-Shift/ Remote