Rafael Hernandez

Senior Manager Duty Optimization

Richemont

Aug 2024 - Current (2 years)

Direct the strategic and tactical operation of Richemont's Maisons duty optimization programs.

Director Trade Compliance

Celanese

Jan 2017 - Aug 2024 (7 years 8 months)

• Developed and oversaw the deployment of an internal trade compliance program, fostering a culture of compliance through comprehensive policies and processes. • Provided strategic counsel on business transactions, navigating regulatory compliance including U.S. Export Administration Regulations, while implementing risk mitigation strategies. • Managed daily operations, leveraging special programs like Drawback, USMCA, and IMMEX, resulting in substantial cost savings of $10 million annually through Drawback implementation. • Directed cross-functional teams in deployment and management of trade automation (SAP-GTS), internal reviews, risk assessments, transfer price, and validations of supply chain security program fostering teamwork and col

Sr Manager International Trade Compliance

KONE

Jan 2012 - Jan 2017 (5 years 1 month)

• Managed a global team of trade compliance professionals deployed throughout the business enterprise, effectively overseeing regulatory trade and customs operations with a focus on collaboration and cohesive team management. • Developed and implemented an internal trade compliance program, establishing standardized procedures and processes for enterprise-wide global compliance, while fostering teamwork and buy-in across departments. • Directed harmonization efforts across business units, ensuring consistency in customs brokerage, HTS and ECCN classification, and Free Trade Agreements (FTA) analysis, while promoting cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing. • Provided strategic guidance to the business on transactions involving

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Board Member

Cotton Board

Nov 2008 - Jan 2012 (3 years 3 months)

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Head of Global Logistics & Trade Compliance

Haggar Clothing Co

Jan 2006 - Jan 2012 (6 years 1 month)

Head Global Trade Compliance & Logistics Design and manage a global trade compliance and logistics network to meet the business demand while maintaining trade and ethics compliance (human rights, anti-corruption, anti-boycott.) - Conduct risk assessments and audits of manufacturers and logistics providers prior to transferring manufacturing to these locations. - Counsel business on trade compliance regulations for JV and foreign partner agreements. - Conduct internal investigations and prepare disclosures on customs compliance actions.

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Director Global Logistics & Compliance

Pacific Sunwear of California PACSUN

May 2004 - Apr 2006 (2 years)

Redesign the international trade compliance and logistics organization by introducing technology initiatives to increase control and visibility of the supply chain. - Provide trade compliance guidance to all departments involved in international business. - Manage international trade processes and training to ensure accurate valuation and country of origin marking. - Facilitate interaction with customs authorities to ensure compliance with trade regulations. - Manage customs filing systems, customs bonds and POAs.

Manager, Import Logistics

The Walt Disney Company

Sep 1996 - Apr 2004 (7 years 8 months)

Manage the trade compliance and international transportation program for enterprise wide organization. - Lead the U.S. export operation to Disney Tokyo, Hong Kong Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and The Disney Store Canada exercising reasonable care with U.S. Department of Commerce regulations. - Direct the international trade compliance support for expansion strategies based on FTAs and the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) program. - Develop and implement a U.S Drawback program. - Trained internal and external key stakeholders in company’s vision of trade compliance program. - Company’s representative with CBP, BIS, and other government agencies (i.e. FDA, EPA, FCC.) - Collaborate with corporate procurement to negotiate global customs

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Customs Compliance Manager

Carmichael International Service

Feb 1992 - Sep 1996 (4 years 8 months)

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