Monika
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced trade compliance professional with eight years in trade compliance, regulatory classification, and product classification. Skilled in HTS classification, import/export regulations, and process automation, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring adherence to global standards. Proven ability in audit support and fostering collaboration in high-volume environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Global Trade Compliance
Amazon
Bangalore
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted end-to-end HTS classification, ensuring accurate alignment with global standards, leveraging customs rulings and WCO guidelines to ensure regulatory accuracy and alignment.
- Applied in-depth knowledge of AML laws and regulations, maintaining robust SOPs, and supporting operational audits to ensure continuous compliance.
- Leveraged Global Tariff Custom Info, Custom Ruling Online Search System, and WCO Explanatory Notes to accurately classify products based on Harmonized System Codes (HS Codes).
- Developed rule-based logic and automated classification workflows, enhancing operational speed, and reducing manual review errors.
- Generated precise syntax for efficient process execution, conducting in-depth research and analysis on global tariff customs, and cross-rulings using large datasets.
- Developed comprehensive expertise in product classification, including HS Code and ECCN methodologies.
- Automated rule-based classification systems streamline processes for high-volume imports and exports, significantly improving customs clearance efficiency.
- Supported internal audits by preparing evidence, documentation, SOPs, and RCA reports, aligned with compliance and trade standards.
- Utilize data analysis tools that result in key performance indicators related to trade compliance data sets, which are helpful in data-driven decision-making.
- Prepare and submit accurate documentation for import/export activities, facilitating smooth customs clearance processes.
- Adhered to all SOPs and instructions from managers, auditors, and process mentors to maintain operational integrity.
- Provided strategic guidance to stakeholders, facilitating timely decision-making.
- Spearheaded continuous process improvement initiatives, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of trade compliance operations, and ensuring legal adherence for all imported and exported products.
- Resolved auditor queries, tracked deadlines, and due dates for all requested classifications.
- Investigated and reported violations of rules, regulations, and policies, implementing corrective procedures, and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Trained and educated team members on compliance frameworks, product classification rules, quality expectations, best-practice governance, and technical assistance for classification.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) for documentation and presentations.
Promo UPC, Data Classification Associate 2
Numerator
Vadodara
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Accurately entered required data according to detailed entry and category guidelines, mastering diverse classification rules.
- Managed compliance protocols and provided extensive support for large-scale data operations.
- Maintained tool and security awareness, supported audits, and performed due diligence reviews on high-risk business scenarios.
- Applied general data guidelines to define and standardize data recording for a specific category group.
- Implemented category-specific guidelines, precisely defining data inclusion and entry rules for each category.
- Conducted a rigorous quality control review of data entry and other functions, identifying and correcting errors to maintain data integrity.
- Identified product-relevant pages from a computer-based image to fulfill the client's data entry requirement efficiently.
- Reviewed project deliverables continuously to identify and rectify errors and omissions, ensuring client contract compliance.
- Continuously revised and tested knowledge to ensure consistently high standards in project delivery.
Research analyst
Demandshore Solution Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Managed an email marketing campaign, promoting diverse products and services to the target audience.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date information security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Generated regular reports on daily tasks and campaign performance.
- Track, analyze, and summarize campaign results and progress, providing actionable insights.
- Identify key contacts through multi-channel outreach, including phone, email, and social media.
- Developed campaign-specific databases, ensuring precise targeting and segmentation.
- Successfully executed the entire campaign within defined timeframes.
- Ensured all email communications adhere to brand guidelines and proper templating.
- Formatted email content with concise overviews, compelling incentives, and detailed descriptions.
- Maintained high-quality leads using Microsoft Excel for efficient tracking and management.
- Distributed assets, emails to opted-in subscribers, enhancing engagement.
Research Analysts
Saleszip Pvt Ltd.
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Mapping global markets, capturing critical market intelligence, to define precise target markets.
- Profiled companies across various industries, utilizing revenue, employee strength, and vertical data to identify key target organizations.
- Utilized advanced research platforms, including ZoomInfo, Hoovers D&B, Lead411, Factiva, Google, Yahoo, and LinkedIn, for comprehensive data gathering.
- Monitored competitors and market conditions rigorously to assess their impact on sales strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and generate insightful database reports.
- Ensured high-quality reports through rigorous qualitative and quantitative monitoring.
Research Analysts
ZDBS Support Pvt Ltd- Salesify pvt Ltd.
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Identified and categorized optimal contacts for target markets across diverse services, software, and applications.
- Executed standard market research procedures with exceptional consistency, achieving outstanding results in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
- Conducted in-depth market assessments for both micro and macro markets.
- Generated highly qualified, targeted leads and delivered actionable market intelligence.
- Proficiently utilized research tools including Linkedin, Factiva, Google, Yahoo, InsideView, Zoominfo, Manta, and Salesfuel for comprehensive data collection.
- Built and maintained an accurate customer/prospect database by profiling and capturing relevant information.
- Specialized in global market research, company profiling, database identification, competitor analysis, newsletter writing, and survey report generation.
Executive -Business Development
Indiabulls Housing Finance Pvt Ltd.
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Cultivated strong relationships with builders, brokers, corporates, and industry associates.
- Participated actively in industry events and exhibitions to expand the network and generate leads.
- Conducted comprehensive market, customer, and competitor mapping within assigned territories.
- Managed and followed up on new leads and referrals generated through field activities. Coordinated with the internal team.
- Coordinated effectively with internal teams to ensure seamless operations and client service.
- Operated strictly within regulatory compliance boundaries and organizational policies. Maintain MIS reports, including the daily activity matrix and calls/follow-ups made.
- Resolved customer queries and issues proactively, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed MIS reports, including daily activity matrices, and call/follow-up logs.
- Generated INR 1.8 million in revenue for the company.
Executive Trainee
iLead Farmers Pvt. Ltd
04.2015 - 05.2015
- Conducted market research, identified target markets, and generated comprehensive company lists.
- Identified key decision-makers and generated accurate contact details.
- Performed thorough database quality checks and finalized databases.
- Executed marketing campaigns, managed follow-up schedules, and handled response management.
- Pitched iLeadFarmers' services, including lead generation, digital marketing, website revamping, and branding.
- Developed and refined email pitches with senior staff input, and then executed targeted campaigns.
- Managed lead nurturing processes, and provided detailed reports on lead progress.
Education
PDGM - Management
MIT School of Business
Pune, Maharashtra01.2016
BBA - Business Administration
Saurashtra University
Jamnagar, Gujarat01.2014
Skills
- Global trade compliance
- Import/export controls
- HTS/ECCN classification
- Tariff rulings
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk evaluations
- Compliance documentation
- Red-flag review
- data analytics
- Rule-based automation
- Stakeholder management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- GTS, GSRC
- Target reclassification
- Data analysis tools
- Automation software
- Project management
Place
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Native
Native
Timeline
Sr. Global Trade Compliance
Amazon
07.2022 - Current
Promo UPC, Data Classification Associate 2
Numerator
03.2021 - 07.2022
Research analyst
Demandshore Solution Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 10.2019
Research Analysts
Saleszip Pvt Ltd.
11.2018 - 05.2019
Research Analysts
ZDBS Support Pvt Ltd- Salesify pvt Ltd.
02.2017 - 10.2018
Executive -Business Development
Indiabulls Housing Finance Pvt Ltd.
05.2016 - 01.2017
Executive Trainee
iLead Farmers Pvt. Ltd
04.2015 - 05.2015
PDGM - Management
MIT School of Business
BBA - Business Administration
Saurashtra University