James Maxwell

Background

About James Maxwell

Global Supply Chain and Logistics professional +16 years experience, in the Global Transportation, Logistics Freight Forwarding/3PL Industry specializing in International Customs Compliance. Experienced as Global Importer/Exporter/Mfg. managing complex global supply chains & logistics programs, leading teams, implementing Best Practices that streamline processes, reduce risk, increasing productivity & eliminating waste. Subject Matter Expert in the following areas: Global Compliance Assessment; Developing End to End Global Supply Chain Solutions Global 3PL Operations, International Air and Ocean transportation, Implementation & Account Management Versed in Customs Compliance (CTPAT, 10+2 (ISF) Foreign Trade Zones Ocean and Air Carrier Contract Negotiation Purchase Order Management Design & Integration International Supplier/Vendor Management Manage thru Performance Metrics/Analytics (KPI's) Asian/European Consolidations & Global distribution Mexico/US/Canada Customs Brokerage and Compliance International Trade Regulations Other attributes: Accountable Leader, ethical & conscientious business professional, who enjoys naturally leading teams. Excellent communicator, Strong Cross Functional Collaboration in Global Matrix Organizations. Years of experience working globally with cross-cultural professional partners. Accomplished career track record known throughout the industry for delivering and sustaining revenue and profit gains within highly competitive Global markets. Exceptional communicator with a consultative sales style, strong negotiation skills, exceptional problem solving abilities, and a keen client needs assessment aptitude. Aggressively identify opportunities, develop focus, and provide tactical business solutions. • Strategic & Tactical Planning • Account Development / Acquisition • Target Marketing & Penetration • Sales Team Training/Supervision • P&L / Financial Reporting • Competitive Sales Analysis • Budget Management • Contract Negotiations • Broker / Vendor Relations • Policy Formulation • Sales Presentations / Closing • Inventory Distribution