Teresa Cheng
@teresacheng
Highly motivated supply chain professional with expertise in freight forwarding.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated and results-oriented supply chain professional with over five years of experience in the international freight forwarding industry. I specialize in import operations and customer service, with a proven ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions. My strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics, allows me to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
In my current role as a Team Leader & Trade Executive at Henning Harders Pty Ltd, I manage import trade lanes and freight forwarding duties, ensuring seamless operations through effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders. I have successfully streamlined communication workflows, improved team response times, and contributed to data-driven decision-making through daily job statistics reporting. My previous experiences have equipped me with the skills to manage import sea freight operations, improve operational efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance, all while providing outstanding customer service.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team Leader & Trade Executive
Henning Harders Pty Ltd
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Managed import trade lanes and freight forwarding duties, ensuring seamless operations through effective communication with teams and stakeholders. Streamlined workflows and provided actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder relationships.
Import Operations
Mondiale VGL Pty Ltd
Jun 2022 - Feb 2023 (8 months)
Managed import sea freight operations, coordinating with various parties to ensure timely arrivals. Improved operational efficiency significantly and ensured compliance with customs regulations.
Fundraiser
Australian Red Cross
Oct 2022 - Oct 2022 (0 months)
Ran 100 km in October to raise funds for the Australian Red Cross, successfully raising AUD 200.
Customer Service/Import Operations
Vantage Freight Services Pty Ltd
Aug 2021 - Jun 2022 (10 months)
Coordinated end-to-end import operations for air and sea freight for 50 clients, providing excellent customer service and ensuring efficient communication with suppliers and vendors.
Customer Service Representative (New Zealand)
Toll Global Forwarding
Jul 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 1 month)
Managed key accounts in New Zealand, improving customer experience through efficient operations and communication. Investigated returns and claims for lost consignments.
Export Sea-Freight Operations
Toll Global Forwarding
Jul 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Arranged export sea cargo bookings and managed logistics to ensure workflow efficiency. Developed training programs and resolved shipping discrepancies.
Vice President
Australia-China Youth Association
Apr 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 10 months)
Organised events for career insights and networking, enhancing visibility and social media presence of the association.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Technology, Sydney
Graduate Certificate of Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Management
2021 - 2022
Focused on Supply Chain Technology Management, Services and Network Productivity with Data Analytics, and Project Management.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
MicroMasters of Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Management
2020 - 2021
Completed a MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management covering Supply Chain Fundamentals, Analytics, Design, Dynamics, Technology and Systems.
Shanghai University of Engineering Science
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Business Administration
2012 - 2016
Activities and societies: President, Executive Department of the Student Union
Studied Business Administration and served as President of the Executive Department of the Student Union, receiving a University Scholarship.
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