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NICKIE ANN DUNTON DAPILAGA

NICKIE ANN DUNTON DAPILAGA

MNGW Manager / Licensed Customs Broker
Singapore

Summary

Collaborative leader skilled at cultivating an engaged and empowering work culture through effective partnerships with colleagues. Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders in high-energy, fast-paced environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Multinational Gateway Manager (SIN)

DHL Global Forwarding Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw departmental operations and supervised a team of staff, ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Analyzed market costs and implemented a structured cost framework, driving improvement actions to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Reinforced team productivity and increased efficiency at the operational level and responsible for monthly profit and loss monitoring.
  • Coordinated with Marketing & Sales and within network for new projects and bids, including multimodal structure arrangements.
  • Managed CFS warehouse operations, procurement processes, and maintained supplier/vendor scorecards for performance evaluation.
  • Implemented operational controls addressing environmental aspects with significant impacts on sustainability.
  • Performed additional tasks as assigned by the direct manager/Head of Product, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
  • Awards: Recipient of DHL ACE Award (Q4 2022)

Logistics Sr. Executive (OCC)

DHL Global Forwarding Singapore Pte Ltd
06.2015 - 05.2022
  • Major Bid Management: Led all Major and Spot Bid RFQs in collaboration with the global bid team and CT level, including significant bids for major chemical customers, ensuring competitive and compliant proposals.
  • Inquiry Handling: Managed all local and overseas inquiries related to OFR (Ocean Freight Rate), providing timely and accurate responses to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Transshipment and Special Projects: Oversaw transshipment inquiries, cross-border bids, special projects, trade exhibits, and standalone CDZ bidding, coordinating efforts to meet project timelines and objectives.
  • Local Procurement Management: Responsible for local procurement activities related to OFR FAK (Freight All Kinds) local deal rates and NAC (National Account Customer) ratings, optimizing procurement processes for cost efficiency.
  • Rate Maintenance: Maintained and updated local FAK rate filings, including sourcing for dangerous goods (DG), ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and competitive pricing.
  • P&L Review and Improvement: Conducted thorough reviews of local bid accounts, identifying areas for improvement and implementing measures to address loss-making accounts, contributing to overall profitability.
  • Additional Responsibilities: Performed various tasks as assigned by the direct manager/Head of Product, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to team success.
  • Awards: Recipient of DHL ACE Award (Aug 2021), Recipient of DHL GEM Award (Feb 2019), Recipient of DHL GEM Award (Apr 2016), 2016 - Employee of the Year ( Nominee Awardee)

Sales support executive / NFE Team lead

DHL Global Forwarding Inc, Philippines
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • Provided comprehensive support to the sales team, facilitating smooth operations and enhancing overall sales effectiveness.
  • Assisted in the preparation and submission of sales proposals and quotations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with customer requirements.
  • Coordinated communication between sales representatives and clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained and updated customer databases and CRM systems, ensuring data integrity and enabling effective tracking of sales activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and logistics, to ensure timely delivery of products and services to clients.
  • Supported the development of sales materials and presentations, enhancing the effectiveness of sales pitches and client engagements.
  • Awards: 2014 - Employee of the Year - (Nominee Awardee)

Bronze Award for NFE Special Task for CM team

SG CDZ DECLARANT - AFR/OFR Team Leader

DHL Global Forwarding Inc, Philippines
09.2009 - 08.2012
  • Handled Permit Declaration using Singapore Tradenet4.0 version.
  • Responsible to handle all overseas inquiry and SG customs related inquiry.
  • Performed TARIFF CLASSIFICATION for SG account.
  • Assist team for sensitive permit of client's special requirements/updating job reference tool.
  • Awards: Special Award for Outstanding Contribution for leading SG OFR Offshoring Project

Declarant/Ops & Cust Service (SEA/AIR)

LOGISTICS CARGO FORWARDERS AND BROKERAGE CORPORATION
03.2009 - 07.2009
  • Prepare the entry permit declaration and facilitate document filling for import and export shipment.
  • Monitor all incoming shipment from the port to delivery of cargo to designated client premises.
  • Managed Computation of Duties and Taxes for consumption entry.
  • Managed and maintained Tariff classification of importable/exportable items for specific customer account
  • Managed team liquidations and payments
  • Performs other functions as may be designated from time to time by the immediate superior.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration

John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University
Iloilo, Philippines
04.2004 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Botong-Cabanbanan National High School
Iloilo, Philippines
04.2000 - 01.2004

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Social

Nickie Dunton, Nickie Dunton

Timeline

Multinational Gateway Manager (SIN)

DHL Global Forwarding Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2022 - Current

Logistics Sr. Executive (OCC)

DHL Global Forwarding Singapore Pte Ltd
06.2015 - 05.2022

Sales support executive / NFE Team lead

DHL Global Forwarding Inc, Philippines
09.2012 - 06.2015

SG CDZ DECLARANT - AFR/OFR Team Leader

DHL Global Forwarding Inc, Philippines
09.2009 - 08.2012

Declarant/Ops & Cust Service (SEA/AIR)

LOGISTICS CARGO FORWARDERS AND BROKERAGE CORPORATION
03.2009 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration

John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University
04.2004 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Botong-Cabanbanan National High School
04.2000 - 01.2004
NICKIE ANN DUNTON DAPILAGAMNGW Manager / Licensed Customs Broker