SEONGUK KIM
Cheongju-si
Summary
I have built strong expertise in import/export customs clearance and FTA origin management, helping companies improve their global trade competitiveness. Throughout my career, I have worked in bonded factory and warehouse operations, customs duty refunds, AEO certification, and government compliance, continuously optimizing processes and reducing costs.
In FTA origin management and post-verification audits, I have handled HS code classification, origin certificate issuance, and origin determination, ensuring that companies maximize FTA benefits. My experience in AEO certification and renewal, bonded warehouse operations, and bonded zone management has helped businesses minimize trade risks and strengthen the reliability of export/import processes.
I am not just someone who completes assigned tasks—I enjoy finding better, more efficient ways to improve processes. To achieve this, I continuously study FTA regulations and international trade laws, stay updated on customs and logistics trends, and apply this knowledge to my work. Moving forward, I want to use my experience and skills to enhance global trade competitivenessand build efficient import/export management systems for companies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Manager
Jahwa Electronics
08.2022 - Current
Key Responsibilities – Import & Export Customs Clearance
- Handle customs clearance and trade compliance requirements.
- Customs duty & tax refund management
- Making the Invoice, Packing list, and Packing slip
- internal/external and customs audit support
Key Responsibilities – FTA Origin Management
- Issuance and receipt of Certificates of Origin
- HS CODE classification
- Regular review of HS code
- FTA origin determination
- FTA, Preferential tariffs, Certificate of origin management
Key Responsibilities – Logistics Management
- Handle the Import/Export Customs clearance by coordinating with Customs broker, freight forwarder&logistics service provider, preparing the related documents and monitoring the status
- Import/Export order handling and shipping planning
- Monitor cargo movements and resolve any logistical issues
- Weekly or monthly cost closing on ERP and documents
- Analyze the outbound & inbound costs
- Analyze the actual data and trend and suggest insightful way to improve regarding inbound/outbound process and logistics cost
Key Responsibilities – AEO Management
- AEO certification and renewal
- Conducting internal AEO evaluations
- AEO management
Key Responsibilities – Bonded Warehouse Operations
- Bonded warehouse certification and renewal
- Reporting bonded warehouse inbound and outbound movements
- Managing bonded warehouse inventory and related documents
- Supervision of bonded area compliance (reporting changes and incidents)
- Conducting self-inspections of the bonded area
Pro
Hanwha Solutions
02.2015 - 08.2022
Key Responsibilities – Logistics Infrastructure Development
- Setting up IT systems (SAP, WMS, MES, etc.)
- Contract Management for Logistics Facilities & Equipment (Warehouse and 3PL contracts, etc.)
- Building Partnerships & Networks (Freight forwarders, transport companies, customs brokers, etc.)
Key Responsibilities – Bonded Factory Operations
- Bonded factory certification and renewal
- Preparing self-inspection checklists for bonded cargo
- Managing bonded goods (inbound, outbound, inventory control, etc.)
- bonded transportation management
Key Responsibilities – Import & Export Customs Clearance
- Handle customs clearance and trade compliance requirements.
- Customs duty & tax refund management
- Making the Invoice, Packing list, and Packing slip
- internal/external and customs audit support
Key Responsibilities – FTA Origin Management
- Issuance and receipt of Certificates of Origin
- HS CODE classification
- Regular review of HS code
- FTA origin determination
- FTA, Preferential tariffs, Certificate of origin management
- Customs Approved Registered Export Certification & Renewal
Key Responsibilities – Logistics Management
- Handle the Import/Export Customs clearance by coordinating with Customs broker, freight forwarder&logistics service provider, preparing the related documents and monitoring the status
- Import/Export order handling and shipping planning
- Monitor cargo movements and resolve any logistical issues
- Weekly or monthly cost closing on SAP and documents
- Analyze the outbound & inbound costs
- Analyze the actual data and trend and suggest insightful way to improve regarding inbound/outbound process and logistics cost
Key Responsibilities – Warehouse (3PL) Management
- Warehouse daily capacity monitoring
- Warehouse productivity monitoring based on volumes
- Logistics cost management
- Logistics Issue resolution
Senior Staff
Jahwa Electronics
05.2011 - 01.2015
Key Responsibilities – Import & Export Customs Clearance
- Handle customs clearance and trade compliance requirements.
- Customs duty & tax refund management
- Making the Invoice, Packing list, and Packing slip
- internal/external and customs audit support
Key Responsibilities – FTA Origin Management
- Issuance and receipt of Certificates of Origin
- HS CODE classification
- Regular review of HS code
- FTA origin determination
- FTA, Preferential tariffs, Certificate of origin management
Key Responsibilities – Logistics Management
- Handle the Import/Export Customs clearance by coordinating with Customs broker, freight forwarder&logistics service provider, preparing the related documents and monitoring the status
- Import/Export order handling and shipping planning
- Monitor cargo movements and resolve any logistical issues
- Weekly or monthly cost closing on ERP and documents
- Analyze the outbound & inbound costs
- Analyze the actual data and trend and suggest insightful way to improve regarding inbound/outbound process and logistics cost
Education
Associate of Science - Department of Electricity
Korea Polytechnics
Cheongju-si, South Korea 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration / Chinese
Inje University
Gimhae-si, South Korea 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Dongji High School
Pohang-si, South Korea 04.2001 -
Skills
Import & Export Customs Clearance
Certification
Computer User in the field of spreadsheet and database, Level-2
Timeline
Computer User in the field of spreadsheet and database, Level-2
08-2023
Craftsman Electricity
12-2022
Manager
Jahwa Electronics
08.2022 - Current
Certified Origin Specialist
08-2018
Bonded Goods Caretaker
08-2016
Pro
Hanwha Solutions
02.2015 - 08.2022
Senior Staff
Jahwa Electronics
05.2011 - 01.2015
International Trade Specialist
11-2010
CPL: Certified Professional Logistician
10-2010
Associate of Science - Department of Electricity
Korea Polytechnics
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration / Chinese
Inje University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Dongji High School
04.2001 -
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