Darian Harris
Springfield
Summary
Licensed Customs Broker with 7+ years managing import compliance and customs operations for multiple industries including pharmaceutical and biological shipments. Leverages expertise in CargoWise One, PGA coordination (FDA, FWS, USDA), product classification, and account management to reduce clearance delays and improve documentation accuracy. Drives cross-functional process improvements and quality checks to secure refunds, resolve regulatory holds, and enhance on-time delivery; seeking to expand responsibilities in trade compliance and process optimization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
DUTY DRAWBACK SPECIALIST
Ascent Global Logistics
08.2024 - Current
- Prepare, file, and track drawback claims to recover duties.
- Ensure all claims meet U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
- Communicate with clients to gather necessary information for documentation.
- Identify opportunities for duty recovery and advise on structuring transactions to maximize refunds.
- Manage communications with customs authorities, including responding to inquiries or audits.
IMPORT SUPERVISOR
Western Overseas
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Supervised import operations to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
- Trained team members on import policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Completed accurate US customs filings with secure communications.
- Provided guidance and support for new staff members assigned to the import team.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and corporate policies related to import operations.
SENIOR ENTRY WRITER
Western Overseas
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Coordinated with forwarders and government agencies to accelerate clearance times and reduce shipment delays.
- Managed multiple accounts to maintain continuous communication and ensure on-time import processing.
- Coordinated import clearance for pharmaceutical and clinical trial shipments, ensuring timely delivery to study sites.
- Liaised with FDA and Fish and Wildlife to resolve regulatory holds, reducing clearance delays.
- Resolved customs and permit issues for biological materials, producing measurable improvements in on-time arrivals.
Express Entry Writer
Ascent Global Logistics
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared and filed ISF declarations to U.S. Customs ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Coordinated with teams to ensure proper documentation for each shipment.
- Updated existing databases with new information as required.
Customs Trade Specialist
FedEx Trade Networks
Springfield
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Managed documentation for customs clearance and regulatory requirements efficiently.
- Managed shipment tracking information in computer system database.
- Completed accurate US customs filings with secure communications.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Coordinated the importation of products from multiple countries.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Central High School
Skills
- CargoWise One
- PGA (FDA, FWS, USDA, etc)
- Managing Accounts
- Compliance and Regulations
- Product Classification
- Customs filing accuracy
Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Customs Broker since January 2022
- Certified Customs Specialist since 2022
Timeline
DUTY DRAWBACK SPECIALIST
Ascent Global Logistics
08.2024 - Current
IMPORT SUPERVISOR
Western Overseas
01.2024 - 04.2024
SENIOR ENTRY WRITER
Western Overseas
12.2021 - 01.2024
Express Entry Writer
Ascent Global Logistics
02.2021 - 12.2021
Customs Trade Specialist
FedEx Trade Networks
03.2018 - 05.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Central High School