NICOLA FORASACCHI
Schaumburg
Summary
Ambitious Air Export Manager with over 10 years of experience in logistic and freight forwarding. Excellent reputation for problems solving, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements, saving costs while increasing profits. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Export Manager for New York and Chicago
SAVINO DEL BENE USA INC. H.Q.
05.2020 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing the Company's compliance with the most updated policies and regulations
- Managed team of air export professionals, ensuring adherence to compliance regulations and company policies.
- Negotiated cost-effective rates with carriers, resulting in significant savings for the company and clients.
- Developed strong partnerships with carriers and agents, fostering a collaborative environment for smooth operations.
- Oversaw accurate documentation preparation to ensure timely clearance of cargo at destination ports.
- Implemented proactive solutions to address potential delays or issues in the export process, maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Provided expert guidance to staff on complex customs regulations, facilitating seamless export transactions.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas of improvement and providing professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop comprehensive service offerings that met client needs and expectations.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring continued compliance and operational efficiency.
- Utilized advanced software tools for effective shipment management, improving overall productivity levels within the department.
- Coordinated closely with warehouse teams to ensure proper handling, packaging, and labeling of air export shipments.
- Analyzed internal processes regularly, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous optimization efforts within the department.
- Established a strong safety culture within the team by conducting regular training sessions on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials.
- Responsible for overseeing and directing export operations and warehouse management, which includes overseeing the management of time-sensitive logistics operations and last-minute export directives from VIP customers
- Overseeing the generation of all market research as well as effective analysis in order to provide the most accurate cost estimate to clients
- Engaged in the oversight of all financial functions of the departments, which includes facility billing processes and negotiating airfreight rates with carriers.
- Streamlined air export processes by implementing efficient tracking and communication systems.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely delivery of shipments through diligent coordination and planning.
Air Export Manager for Miami gateway
SAVINO DEL BENE USA INC. MIAMI
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Responsible for overseeing the Company's compliance with the most updated policies and regulations
- Primary point of contact of overseas shippers, customers and vendors, in order to ensure that client's needs are adequately met
- Responsible for overseeing and directing export operations and warehouse management, which includes overseeing the management of time-sensitive logistics operations and last-minute export directives from VIP customers
- Overseeing the generation of all market research as well as effective analysis in order to provide the most accurate cost estimate to clients
- Engaged in the oversight of all financial functions of the departments, which includes facility billing processes and negotiating airfreight rates with carriers.
Air Export Operations Manager
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Directly engaged in overseeing export operations and warehouse management, which includes overseeing the management of time-sensitive logistics operations and last-minute export directives from VIP clients
- Overseeing the generation of all market research as well as effective analysis in order to provide the most accurate cost estimate to customers
- Engaged in the oversight of all financial functions of the departments, which includes facility billing processes and negotiating air shipment rates with carriers.
Assistant Line Manager Europe, Far & Middle East
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
03.2012 - 08.2017
- Assisted in the oversight and management of the team responsible for providing solutions for the fast, safe, and efficient transportation of the freights from origin to final destination
- Assisted in reviewing and analyzing current market trends in order to prepare forecasts regarding popular types of services, regional demand for the company's services, process and rates, market conditions and economic projections.
Air Export Operator
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
09.2007 - 09.2009
- Prepares shipment documentation based on the commodity, transit times and security needs
- Contemplated weight, volume, and cost of goods to be shipped in order to develop optimal solutions while minimizing costs and environmental impact.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Istituto Tecnico Commerciale Galileo Galilei
Florence, Italy06.2007
Skills
- Teamwork
- Scheduling
- Problem solving
- Management
- Leadership
- Negotiations
- Carrier Relationship Management
- Organizational Skills
- Performance Metrics Analysis
- Customer Service Excellence
- Transportation Planning
- Team Leadership
Languages
ITALIAN
ENGLISH
SPANISH
Timeline
Air Export Manager for New York and Chicago
SAVINO DEL BENE USA INC. H.Q.
05.2020 - Current
Air Export Manager for Miami gateway
SAVINO DEL BENE USA INC. MIAMI
06.2019 - 04.2020
Air Export Operations Manager
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
09.2017 - 05.2019
Assistant Line Manager Europe, Far & Middle East
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
03.2012 - 08.2017
Air Export Operator
SAVINO DEL BENE SPA
09.2007 - 09.2009
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Istituto Tecnico Commerciale Galileo Galilei
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