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Leira Perez

@leiperez21

A fresh board passer (licensed customs broker) eager to learn, contribute, and pursue my career at a premier logistics firm or customs brokerage.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a reputable logistics or customs brokerage firm where I can apply customs compliance expertise, contribute to accurate documentation, and grow professionally in trade operations and regulatory affairs.

I am a licensed customs broker with hands-on internship experience at the Bureau of Customs—NAIA and earned a degree of B.S. in Customs Administration from Lyceum of the Philippines University - Cavite. I specialize in tariff classification, customs valuation, rules of origin, and import/export documentation, with demonstrated accuracy in cross-checking BL/AWB numbers and ensuring proper documentation to prevent misdeclarations and warehouse delays.

My academic work includes a thesis on the adoption intention of blockchain technology by customs brokerage firms, which earned the 3rd Best Research Paper Award. I am eager to leverage my technical skills, attention to detail, and regulatory knowledge to contribute to a premier logistics or customs brokerage firm and support compliance, process improvement, and secure trade operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Customs Broker Intern

Bureau of Customs - NAIA

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024 (1 month)

Verified accuracy of commodity details and cross-checked BL/AWB numbers to ensure correct shipment identification, reducing documentation discrepancies and preventing warehouse acceptance delays. Prepared validated reports for the Assistant Customs Operations Officer to support customs compliance.

Rules Of Origin Cargo Documentation Data Verification Microsoft Excel Regulatory Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lyceum of the Philippines University - Cavite

Bachelor of Science, Customs Administration

Activities and societies: Thesis research; received 3rd Best Research Paper Award

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration with specialization in customs laws, documentation, tariff laws, and practical computation; thesis on adoption intention of blockchain technology by selected customs brokerage firms in Parañaque City.