๐ International Logistics & Foreign Trade Specialist | Import, Export & Cost Optimization
Hello! I'm a logistics and foreign trade professional with 9+ years of experience in international transportation, import/export coordination, and global supply chain operations.
I help companies move goods across borders efficiently, reduce logistics costs, and ensure full compliance with international trade regulations. My experience includes working with global teams, negotiating with freight forwarders and suppliers, and managing complex international shipments from planning to delivery.
What I Can Help You With
๐ฆ Import & Export Coordination
Management of international shipments, documentation, and communication with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
๐ International Trade Documentation
Preparation and verification of commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates, shipping documents, and compliance requirements.
๐ฐ Freight Cost Optimization & Negotiation
Analysis of logistics costs, negotiation with carriers and partners, and development of strategies to reduce transportation expenses.
๐ Global Supply Chain Support
Coordination between suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations and on-time deliveries.
๐ Logistics Analysis & Reporting
Monitoring shipments, analyzing logistics performance, and providing insights to improve efficiency and reduce risks.
Why Work With Me?
โ 9+ years in international logistics and foreign trade
โ Experience working with global transportation teams and suppliers
โ Strong focus on cost reduction, efficiency, and problem solving
โ Reliable communication and professional support
If you are looking for someone who understands international logistics operations and can help your business run smoother across borders, Iโd be happy to support your project.
๐ฉ Letโs connect and discuss how I can help your business.
Supply Chain & Logistics
Customer Service Analytics
Logistics Coordination
Importing & Exporting Data
International Sales
Import Procedure
Ecommerce Product Export
Sales
Copy & Paste
Copy Editing
Broker's Price Opinion
English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
Virtual Assistance
Spanish
Portuguese
Tiago L.
Curitiba, Brazil
$65/hr
5.0
51 jobs
I work with foreign companies, entrepreneurs, and professionals entering or operating in Brazil, advising on intellectual property (including trademarks and patents), corporate structuring, immigration, compliance, and contracts.
Iโm a Brazilian attorney with over 12 years of experience advising international clients on establishing a presence and doing business in Brazil and across Latin America. I work in partnership with my father, a former Federal Prosecutor recognized for his anti-corruption work by Transparency International and the Allard Prize Foundation, now focused on corporate law, compliance and governance through our firm, Carlos Fernando Santos Lima Advogados.
I began my career at Bhering Advogados, a well-regarded intellectual property firm, where I worked on trademark and patent matters for international clients, and later brought that experience into my own practice. I am also a certified Data Protection and Privacy Professional (LGPD) by Data Privacy Brasil. I hold an LL.B. and a masterโs degree in Translation Studies (UFPR). I work in English, German, French, Spanish and Portuguese, which allows me to navigate legal and linguistic nuances in cross-border matters.
My work covers the full cycle of market entry and operations: company formation, contracts, compliance, and risk management. I advise on cross-border agreements such as service agreements, NDAs, licensing terms, MSAs, shareholder agreements, and SaaS-related contracts. I also represent clients in intellectual property matters, including trademark filings, patent translations, and representation before the Brazilian PTO (INPI) in the national phase of PCT applications, with or without PPH.
For companies in technology, SaaS, fintech, and data-driven sectors, I assist with the implementation and review of privacy and data protection programs aligned with the LGPD (Brazil), GDPR (Europe), CCPA (California), and HIPAA (US healthcare). This includes governance structures, policies, contractual adjustments, and risk-based compliance strategies. I also act as an external Data Protection Officer (DPO as a Service) for companies that require an independent and legally grounded privacy function.
I conduct legal due diligence and assist with regulatory processes, licensing, and risk assessments whenever needed, particularly in contexts involving cross-border operations and sensitive data processing.
I also advise individuals and companies on residence and regularization matters in Brazil - including investment-based, corporate-structure, and other residence pathways - and represent clients before Brazilian federal authorities when formal representation is required.
As a Brazilian lawyer and legal translator, I also provide specialized translation into Brazilian Portuguese from English, German, French, and Spanish, particularly for patents, contracts, compliance documentation, and regulatory materials.
I welcome challenges, so whether you are setting up operations in Brazil, addressing immigration needs, structuring data governance, or managing a more advanced stage of growth, feel free to connect.
International Business
Legal Entity Structuring
GDPR Compliance Review
Intellectual Property Law
Legal Writing
Corporate Law
Policy Writing
Legal Translation
Trademark Registration
Patent Registration
Data Protection
Contract Drafting
Trademark Search
Trademark Prosecution
Trademark Consulting
Trademark Law
Patent Search
Patent Law
Company Registration
Regulatory Compliance
Gustavo N.
Porto Alegre, Brazil
$28/hr
4.9
18 jobs
I help international companies source reliable suppliers worldwide, with deep expertise in Brazil and Latin America โ from supplier identification to qualification, negotiation, and export readiness.
With 10+ years in international trade and sourcing across Asia and Latin America, I've worked with manufacturers, exporters, and buyers in multiple industries. Having sourced extensively in China before focusing on Brazil and LATAM (including years personally visiting and inspecting factories) I understand the standards international buyers expect, and how to identify suppliers who can actually meet them.
Beyond supplier sourcing, I also run buyer-mapping projects: identifying importers and procurement decision-makers across Latin America and making first contact on the client's behalf. In one recent engagement, I mapped buyers across 21 countries for a single client.
Sectors I work in regularly:
- Agricultural commodities
- Industrial raw materials
- Biofuels & renewable energy
- Food, nutrition & wellness
How I work:
- Market mapping (suppliers and buyers)
- Supplier identification and verification
- Due diligence โ separating real manufacturers from trading companies
- Sample coordination and RFQ management
- Price negotiation (English, Portuguese, Spanish)
- Export capability assessment
- Structured final report you can act on
Send me a message describing your sourcing needs, and I'll let you know how I can help.
International Business
Sourcing
Supplier Search
Procurement
Market Research
Price & Quote Negotiation
International Sales
Product Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Alibaba Sourcing
Supply Chain & Logistics
International Development
Lead Generation
International Relations
Business Development
Elia M.
Porto Alegre, Brazil
$25/hr
5.0
4 jobs
๐ Multilingual MBA | Translator & Interpreter (EN/ES/PT) | Localization & Global Talent Specialist
Languages I Work With:
English โ Portuguese (Brazilian & European)
English โ Spanish (Latin American)
Spanish โ Portuguese
Iโm a passionate multilingual professional with over 15 years of global experience in translation, interpretation, and international business. Iโve worked on a wide range of projects, always combining accuracy with cultural sensitivity.
Hereโs a sample of the work I do:
Medical and legal translations
Voice-over and recording projects
Webinars and presentations
Website and app localization
Financial and technical content
Social media content translation
Iโve collaborated with companies, translation agencies, entrepreneurs, and professionals across different industries and countries. My approach is detail-oriented and focused on delivering content that reads naturally and connects with its audience.
๐ Education & Credentials:
Bachelorโs degree in Business Administration
MBA with a focus on International Management
Certified Global Business Administrator (officially registered)
๐ Global Perspective:
Having lived and worked in Austria, Chile, and Panama, I bring a rich cultural perspective to every project. This international background helps me navigate cross-cultural communication with ease.
My Commitment:
As a language professional, I go beyond just translating wordsโI help build meaningful connections across cultures. I take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality work that my clients can trust.
๐ References available upon request.
Translation
Language Interpretation
Juan Pablo P.
Sao Paulo, Brazil
$12/hr
4.9
15 jobs
I am a Commercial & Marketing Operations, Project Management, and B2B Customer Success professional with 6+ years of experience supporting global organizations, including Accenture, AMD, and technology startups across the U.S., LATAM, and international markets.
I help businesses organize and improve operations, coordinate projects and stakeholders, support B2B clients, manage commercial and marketing processes, and turn complex workflows into structured and scalable solutions.
My experience includes:
โข Commercial & Marketing Operations
โข Project & Stakeholder Coordination
โข B2B Customer Success & Account Management
โข CRM & Pipeline Management
โข Budget Tracking & Financial Reporting
โข Vendor & Procurement Management
โข SOWs, Contracts, Invoicing & Compliance
โข Executive Reporting, KPIs & Dashboards
โข Process Improvement & Workflow Documentation
โข AI-Enabled Automation & Operational Efficiency
I have managed 30+ vendors and customers, coordinated cross-functional and global teams, supported regional operations across the U.S. and LATAM, and worked closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Procurement, Legal, Delivery, agencies, clients, and senior leadership.
My tools include Salesforce, HubSpot, Jira, SAP, Ariba, Excel, Power BI, ClickUp, Asana, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot.
I hold an MBA in International Business and a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies, and I work fluently in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
If you need someone who can bring structure, ownership, client focus, and cross-functional coordination to your operations or projects, I would be glad to discuss how I can support your business.
International Business
Business Planning & Strategy
Salesforce CRM
Microsoft Excel
Customer Service
Budget Planning
Commercialization
Digital Marketing Management
Business Management
Business Operations
Research & Strategy
International Marketing
Marketing Operations & Workflow
General Project Consulting
Vendor Management
Account Management
B2B Lead Generation
Key Account Management
Project Management
Client Management
Milton Luan R.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
$15/hr
5.0
11 jobs
Hello!
I am a Foreign Trade Analyst with extensive experience in international trade and a solid background in administrative roles. My experience includes managing and planning activities, leading teams, and organizing small to medium-sized events.
I have been developing my B2B skills and am confident in my ability to deliver excellent results in this area.
Skills:
Administration
Foreign Trade
Sales
Team Management
Event Organization
Report Generation.
International Business
Report Writing
Import Procedure
Logistics Coordination
Logistics Management
International Sales
Receptionist Skills
International Marketing
Personal Administration
Sales Leads
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