Johnny Ramos SSN: 070449906 5712 Ft. Belvoir Ct.

Virginia Beach, VA 23463 Contact Phone: (757) 286-2844 Home Phone: (757) 479-1896 E-mail Address: WORK EXPERIENCE: 09-2006-Present; 40 hours per week; Logistics Manager; Tradewinds International, LLC, 3600 Elm Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23704; Direct all a spects of export operations including coordinate and train new employees. Spearh ead office administrative operations related to U.S. Customs, steamship lines, n on-vessel operating common carriers (NVOs), forwarders and domestic carriers. Di rect 6 member team to develop most efficient routing for 4,000 yearly ocean cont ainer moves. Monitor all transportation operations, including QC to ensure trans portation services meet contract obligations as well as local and national gover nment regulatory requirements. Transportation liaison between various organizati ons and countries, direct, processes and prepare monthly export statements. Revi ew, research and select trucking companies and warehouses for moving, storing an d packing international export and domestic cargo. Actively negotiate and collab orate with local vendors to get the best possible rates for logistical movement of international and domestic freight. Manage, maintain and monitor $2M in billi ng statements yearly for accuracy and correctness. Examine read and interpret Le tters of Credit to ensure customers are in compliance with negotiated contract r equest. Assess, oversee and interpret blueprint and equipment specifications to make suggestions for proper space and equipment allocations. Communicate, collab orate and interact directly with sales department negotiating contract rates. Ex pertly function as Hazardous Cargo Certified Representative. 6-2006-8-2006; 40 hours per week; Sales Manager; Rogers & Brown, 5425 Robin Hood Rd., Ste. 202, Norfolk, VA 23513; Oversaw, proce ssed, and prepared monthly export and import statements. Professionally adjusted contract freight rates for export and import cargo according to current market conditions. Reviewed, researched and selected trucking companies and warehouses for moving, storing and packing international export, import and domestic cargo. Actively negotiated and collaborated with local vendors to obtain best possible rates for cargo movement. Managed, maintained and monitor billing statements fo r accuracy and correctness. Assessed, oversaw and interpret blueprints and equip ment specifications to make suggestions for proper space and equipment allocatio ns. Worked in collaboration with Sales Department when negotiating contract rate s. 1-2006-4-2006; 40 hours per week; Administrative Office Manager; Arreff Terminal s, 3600 Elm Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23704; Provided managerial oversight for all of fice administrative operations including employee recruitment, customer service and training. Supervised and led activities related to steamship lines, NVOs, fo rwarders and domestic carriers. Ensured proper handling of international export and domestic shipments. Processed and prepared monthly statistical statements. P rofessionally adjusted contract freight rates for moving cargo according to curr ent market conditions. Chose trucking companies and warehouses for moving and st oring international export and domestic cargo based on pricing, reputation, and performance; actively negotiated and collaborated with local vendors to obtain b est services for lowest possible price. Ensured billing statements were accurate ; investigated and corrected any discrepancies found. Read and interpreted bluep rints and equipment specifications in support of making sound recommendations re garding proper space and equipment allocations. Reported directly to department VP and served as Hazardous Cargo Certified Trainer. 8-1998-12-2005; 40 hours per week; Export Manager; Panalpina, Inc., 18 Interstat

e Corporate Center, 6325 N Center Dr., Ste. 105, Norfolk, VA 23502; Effectively managed all company export operations related to U.S. Customs, steamship lines, NVOs, forwarders and domestic carriers. Collaborated with and supported regional managers in oversight of $30M in cargo and equipment shipped worldwide to suppo rt a wide range of projects. Prepared monthly export statements. Adjusted contra ct freight rates for export cargo according to current market conditions. Select ed international and domestic cargo transportation companies; negotiated with ve ndors for special and/or discounted prices on freight and other shipping methods . Ensured all billing statements were accurate to save the company undue charges . Examined, read and interpreted Letters of Credit to ensure customers were in c ompliance with negotiated contract requirements. Read and interpreted blueprints and equipment specifications to direct proper space and equipment allocations. Worked with Sales Department on contract negotiation rates. Expertly function as Hazardous Cargo Certified and Commissioned Notary Public. 7-1995-7-1998; 40 hours per week; Branch Manager; Damco Maritime., 208 E Plume St., Ste. 310, Norfolk, VA 23510; Successfully mana ged office operations including employee recruitment and training. Ensured prope r handling of all import/export shipments. Prepared and processed monthly financ ial statements. Managed ocean freight rates for import/export cargo according to current market conditions. Sourced and selected trucking companies and warehous es for moving and storing import/export cargo; obtained lowest possible prices f or highest quality services from all vendors selected. Accurately prepared and p resented detailed annual budget statements. 1-1994-7-1995; 40 hours per week; Logistics Support; C.H. Powell Company., 208 E Plume St., Ste. 310, Norfolk, VA 23510; Managed and coordinated carrier selections and chose the most effective cargo routing. Super vised and prepared comprehensive export documentation and submitted export decla rations to U.S. Customs. Marked and labeled freight; documented, verified, and i nventoried cargo; prepared and submitted report documentation. Invoiced customer s. Managed and maintained accurate records and office correspondence. 5-1972-12-1993; 40 hours per week; Boatswains Mate Senior Chief, E-8; U.S. Navy., Norfolk, VA / Various other locations; Served 21 years with the U.S. Navy in pr ogressively responsible positions that included: Seaman Recruit * USS Simon La ke (AS-33) 8/72-9/72; Seaman Apprentice * USS Simon Lake (AS-33) 9/72-6/74; Se aman * USS Simon Lake (AS-33) 6/74-2/76; Boatswains Mate 3rd Class * USS Simo n Lake * 2/76-12/76; Boatswains Mate 3rd Class * USS Canopus (AS-34) 12/76-5/ 77; Boatswains Mate 2nd Class * USS Canopus (AS-34) 5/77-3/79; Boatswains Mate 2 nd Class * USS Fulton (AS-11) 1/82-5/83; Boatswains Mate 1st Class * USS Sunb ird (ASR-15) 12/83-7/84; and Sr. Chief Boatswains Mate * USS Edenton (ATS-1) 4/ 92-4/93. During years with the U.S. Navy served as a Master Diver, Team Lead, an d Crew Supervisor for a wide range of missions and projects crucial to naval ope rations both ashore and afloat. Earned numerous medals, honors, awards, and reco gnition for continually going above and beyond to provide the highest quality wo rk in self and inspired others by so doing. Brought about excellent results in e very position by serving as a role model and go-to person that further resulted in a positive, professional work environment personnel enjoyed and therefore incre ased performance and productivity. Specifically as Sr. Chief (E-8), demonstrated outstanding management abilities, effectively interacting with management, co-w orkers, subordinates, clients and vendors, supervised, directed, trained, motiva ted and set goals. Coordinated, initiated and established team and individual ac tivities, prioritized workload to obtain maximum results. Developed and designed economical models from statistical data and available demographics to project b udget and space allocations. Managed, led and supervised the routine, non-schedu led and troubleshooting 3M Material Maintenance Management activities to ensure equipment aboard ships and individual work center meet all operational and logis tical commitments. Oversaw the efficient execution of daily operations of 100 te chnical work crew and supervisory personnel. Created, presented and processed wo

rk packages, supervised and performed evaluated Quality Assurance efforts. Revie wed, examined and analyzed extensive malfunctions by visual and auditory inspect ions, observation of and use of test equipment. Assessed, implemented and interp reted inspection findings and determine adequacy of corrective action(s). Active ly inspected complete or in-progress work to ensure compliance with established codes and procedures. Documented, compared and reported test results with pre-de termined standards to ensure that equipment was operating at required service le vels. Managed, analyzed and budgeted $500K in annual administrative operating fu nds. Purchased and processed supplies and service equipment on the open market t hrough the application of requisitioned funds, contracts and bid purchase proced ures. Directed, organized and maintained inventory file systems and stock contro l/rotation. Actively served as leader in the assembly of multi-million dollar Hy perbaric Chamber facility at the U.S. Naval Station Roosevelt Roads P.R. base, s aving the Navy thousands of dollars in assembly time and labor cost. Served 10.2 years as a Diver 1st Class and 1.3 years as a System Coordinator. EDUCATION: B.A., Teaching, Bedford University, Humble, TX, A.A., General Studies , Bedford University, Saraasota, FL, H.S., Diploma, Sate High School, New London , CT. TRAINING: Secom Certificate of Training-HAZMAT, Transportation Module 1 & 2; HAZ MAT Emergencies Certification, Commonwealth of VA; Advanced Life Support/CPR Cer tified, U.S. Navy; Advanced Shipboard Firefighting, Military Sealift Command, At lantic; integrated Shipboard Maintenances Support Course (2 wks); Program Manage rs Course (1 wk); Navy Leadership Development Course-CPO (1 wk); Private Investi gator Training (61 hrs), College of Investigative Services, Norfolk, VA; Alpha F irearms Training (12 hrs), College of Investigative Services; USCG Approved Basi c Shipboard Firefighting, Military Sealift Command, Atlantic/Maritime Administra tion; Police Basic Training, Virginia Beach Department of Police; Police Disting uished Expert (Firearms), NRA; F-15 Deep Drone Recovery; Salvage Operations Trai ning; LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: 1st Class Diver (NEC 5342-Salvage Department); 3M Coordin ator (NEC 9512); Ammo Onload/Offload Supervisor; Ammo Handling Team Leader; Ammo Handling Team Member; and Notary Public. APPRAISALS & AWARDS: Good Conduct Award (5); Navy Commendation; Navy Achievement ; Meritorious Unit Commendation (3); Meritorious Unit Commendation w/Optional de vice-USCG; Operations Service Ribbon; Special Life Saving Humanitarian Service; Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist; Defense Service National Medal (2); Navy Ex pert Pistol Shot Medal w/Silver .38 Cal.; Navy Expert Rifle Medal w/Silver M16; Navy E Ribbon; Sea Service Deployment Ribbon; Overseas Service Ribbon (3); Special Operations Service Ribbon-USCG. OTHER INFORMATION: Conversational fluency in the Spanish language. Security Clea rance: Secret (Inactive). I have demonstrated the ability to ensure smooth, seamless operations throughout my career, both with the U.S. Navy and more recently within my work in import/e xport and logistics management. Early in my career, I was awarded a Navy Achieve ment Medal for professional achievement in the superior performance of duties wh ile serving as Leading Chief Petty Officer (LCPO) of the Dive Locker at Shore In termediate Maintenance Activity (SIMA), Norfolk. I was recognized for consistent ly performed demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. Di splaying superlative leadership, impressive managerial abilities and resourceful ness, I inspired SIMA divers through the successful completion of 1,300 dive job s. I also played a major role in the implementation of ships ultrasonic hull thi ckness testing and modification of naval sea systems commands prototype hydro bla sting procedure used for cleaning ships emitter belts, which equated to a savings of thousands of valuable tax dollars that the Navy was then able to direct towa

rd other projects and equipment. A direct quote from my performance evaluation f rom my CO, reads, Sr. Chief Ramos exceptional professionalism and selfless devotio n to duty reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highe st tradition of the United States Naval Service. * Within another performance ev aluation, I was recognized by my CO for being, ...an extremely resourceful, talen ted and dedicated professional. His high level of experience and expertise has m ade him an indispensable member of Edentons crew. His performance has been hallma rked by the following specific accomplishments: Managed the ships 3M program in a flawless manner since assuming the position of 3M Coordinator. Served as a key player in the successful completion of numerous diving operational readiness exa ms. He is one of the ships Subject Matter Experts on all diving related matters. Ex pertly coordinated an extensive maintenance package consisting of over 300 jobs during the recent IMAV concurrent with a selected restricted availability. Sr. C hief Ramos has demonstrated an extremely high level of personal and professional performance. His stellar management of the ships 3M program has made a positive impact on mission readiness. His unsurpassed knowledge and abilities have done t he same in the specific area of diving readiness. Based on his present performan ce and potential for future growth, he is highly recommended for assignment to p ositions of increased responsibility, advancement to Master Chief Petty Officer and screening for Master Diver. * More recently, I have been recognized for my ability to lead by spearheading all aspects of office operations including employee recruitment and training. I hav e developed and designed MS Excel models from statistical data to project annual budget and shipment allocations and produced outstanding logistic supports, con sistency, continuation, material administration, and several other responsibilit ies based on the logistic programs. In each area of operations, I have displayed outstanding knowledge and insight into change concepts, principles, procedures, policies, and operational requirements. I consistently develop new insights int o situations and apply innovative solutions to make organizational improvements, creating a work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation.