Dustin Hobbs
Foreign Trade Zone Operations Manager @UPS
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WORK HISTORY
Foreign Trade Zone Operations Manager @UPS
Louisville, KY, US
Management and coaching of supervisors and staff to include 1 on 1’s and performance reviews• Oversight of compliance for all applicable company policies and procedures• Subject matter expert in FTZ operations and leveraging zones for the benefit of clients (including duty savings, supply chain velocity, product launches, consolidations, etc.)• Develop, implement, and maintain internal FTZ operating procedures• Assist clients in risk management by reviewing CBP documentation, auditing FTZ transactions, complying with CBP and FTZ Board requirements• Liaison with CBP and Other Government Agencies on behalf of clients to ensure proper FTZ procedures and operations• Assists clients in defining scope, identifying problem areas, determining best methods to measure impact and benefits of proposed solutions, and developing long-term plans for FTZ compliance• Prepare and submit annual FTZ Board reports and CBP annual reconciliation report• Oversees and/or operates FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems by managing daily inventory balances; monitoring zone admission data; and conducting weekly estimate (import and export) process• Oversees and/or initiates customs entries, export transactions, and zone-to-zone transfers for merchandise leaving the zone• Ensures all FTZ records are maintained and readily retrievable in accordance with the applicable recordkeeping regulations• Monitors scope of authority to existing and planned client activity to ensure FTZ operations are within the approved scope• Ensures FTZ Operations manuals are kept up-to-date and accurately reflect current operations and practices• FTZ internal mock audits and Customs Compliance Audits
EDUCATION
New Washington Middle/High School
High School Diploma
ABOUT DUSTIN HOBBS
With UPS, I\'ve honed my expertise in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, transforming compliance challenges into strategic advantages for our clients. My role as an FTZ Operations Manager centers on developing robust internal procedures, ensuring adherence to government regulations, and fostering duty savings and supply chain velocity. The team at UPS benefits from my leadership in maintaining high standards of compliance and my dedication to staff coaching and performance enhancement.My focus is also on risk management, where I meticulously review and audit FTZ transactions, in alignment with Customs and Border Protection and FTZ Board requirements. By serving as a liaison with government agencies, I ensure smooth operations and protect client interests. This emphasis on compliance auditing and business risk management, coupled with my command in implementing projects and establishing strong local customs rapport, propels our collective success at UPS.
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