Profile
An educated, informed and competent Logistics Professional having a long track record of delivering the right products, in the right quantities, to the right location and at the right time. He is organized, process driven, and has the ability to develop efficient logistics procedures, Also having extensive exposure to first tier logistics and manufacturing supply chain management. He is pro-active and able to keep numerous plates spinning without losing focus on the customer’s requirements. As a proven leader he is able to quickly establish clear expectations from junior staff, and he does this by demonstrating high standards of work practices and having a safety conscious attitude. He always encourages colleagues to work cross functionally, and not stop at the boundaries of their job description. Right now he wants to be part of a successful operation, and to work for a company where there will be significant career development opportunities.
Areas Of Expertise
Fleet Management
Delivery Management
Organizing Shipments
Regulatory Compliance
Procedure Installations
Customer Service
Logistics Operations
Budget / Cost Control
Stock Tracking
Warehouse Management
Health & Safety
Supply Chain Management
Writing Plans / Reports
Meeting Strict Deadlines
Professional Experience
Manager – Operations, Anathoth, Kuwait.
April 2012 – Jan 2016
Responsible for all Administration and Customer delivery operations. Meeting clients and making sure that each stage of the development process is progressing on time and on budget.
Duties:
1. Overall responsibility for short/medium term planning and organization of all resources.
2. Developing and managing interdisciplinary teams for multi-party projects.
3. Participating in the sales process by identifying business development potential.
4. Writing up reports on business operations for the executive staff.
5. Attending regular progress meetings with Senior Managers and Directors.
6. Overlooking and Preparation of Proposals for new contracts.
7. Working out on costs for new contracts.
8. Management of yearly budget allocation.
9. Establishment of new contacts both within and outside Kuwait for development of company’s business.
10. Negotiating with companies outside Kuwait for sub-contracting company’s excess contracts
11. Monitoring data management to keep accurate product, contract, pricing and invoicing information
Manager- Operations, Gazal Logistics, Kuwait.
December 2010 – March 2012
Responsible for all on site aspects of the logistics, supply chain, and customer delivery operations. In charge of making sure that each stage of the distribution process is progressing on time, on budget and to the right quality standards.
Duties:
1. Overall responsibility for short/medium term planning and organization of all resources.
2. Developing and managing interdisciplinary teams for multi-party projects.
3. Making sure that all fleet vehicles are operating and maintained in a safe condition and cost effective manner.
4. Ensuring that each department operates in compliance with all legal requirements.
5. Conducting annual performance reviews of all staff.
6. Maintaining a clean, professional and safe working environment.
7. Keeping an eye on the operational budget.
8. Reviewing the performance of the supply chain and identifying areas that can be improved.
9. Optimising all tasks and processes within the supply chain.
10. Planning timetables for delivery.
11. Managing the sourcing, auditing and evaluation of new suppliers.
12. Analyzing logistics data to identify opportunities for improvement.
13. Developing robust, efficient and effective Supply Chain processes.
14. Negotiating supply contracts.
15. Overseeing the packaging of goods for delivery.
16. Overseeing the arrival of stock and shipments.
17. Tracking products through the supply chain to ensure that they have arrived at their destination.
Supervisor , Agility, Kuwait.
September 2004 -February 2011
Responsible for all of Fleet Maintenance Departments Administration and Operations by ensuring smooth functioning, timely progress, within budget and at right quality standards.
Duties:
1. Managing all aspects of business operations.
2. Participating in the recruitment and staff selection process.
3. Planning and coordinating project work.
4. Formulation and Implementation of Procurement Policies and Procedures.
5. Establishment and Maintenance of Basic Infrastructural facilities of the department for its smooth functioning and to meet the specific conditions of the projects.
6. Establishment and Implementation of policies and procedures for the Maintenance operations and its supporting sections like Parts Section and Administrative Section.
7. Assisting Department Manager in Preparation of annual budget.
8. Initiating RFQ, receiving of Bids / quotations, Preparation of PO (Purchase orders) for successful bidders. Receipt of invoices and creating payment request.
9. Receiving invoices and initiating payment requests to finance department.
10. Implementation of SLA (Service level agreements) with Sub Contractors based on Service contracts for Vehicle maintenance and Infrastructure Maintenance.
11. Coordinating with HR on the employee recruitment, residency (visa) and payroll issues.
12. Successful implementation of policies and procedures leading to ISO certification in Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.
13. Keeping abreast of emerging technology changes and innovations.
14. Conducting annual performance reviews of all staff.
15. On job experience in Oracle Financials and Maximo for accounts payable, procurement and Maintenance Management.
Accounts & Administration Assistant, GEO-CHEM Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Kochi, India.
May 2002 -July 2004 (2 years 3 months)
Responsible for updating book of accounts using Tally and assisting in day to day office administration.
Duties:
1. Book keeping and Maintenance of books of Accounts using Tally 6.3 accounting software.
Education/Qualifications
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India – 1998-2001
AISSCE, (Class 12th Commerce)
K.V. Port Trust, Kochi, Kerala, India – 1997 -1998
AISSE (Class 10th)
K.V. Andrews Ganj, New Delhi, India – 1995 – 1996
Professional Courses
Diploma in Supply Chain Management,
Alison Online, Kuwait – 2016
Excel 2007 Intermediate Course,
Info center Training Institute, Kuwait – 2009
Tally 6.3 Accounting Software
Sprint Computer Center, Kochi, Kerala – 2004
Advance Diploma in Computer Education
Electronic Research & Development Council of India, Kochi, Kerala – 2004
Courses
OHSAS 18001:2004 & ISO 14001:2004 Appreciation & Interpretation Training Course,
Agility, Kuwait – 2009
Basics of Customer Management
Agility, Kuwait – 2008
Fire Fighting
Agility, Kuwait – 2007
