Profile
Broadly skilled graduate who has been cross-trained in logistics support and project coordination, and has an excellent track record of managing resources effectively and efficiently. Effective communicator and relationship builder, with the ability to liaise across multiple parties, and to work effectively and professionally under pressure. Through focusing on the wider-picture, have earned a reputation as someone who delivers “exceptional” rather than just “expected” results.
Currently manage the contract account needs for the logistics of aircraft parts to two major accounts; Honeywell and Aviodiepen, and have been instrumental in improving processes used.
Served as project coordinator to a mid-sized engineering and construction firm, overseeing the supply and logistics of personnel, materials and equipment for government infrastructure projects.
Gained excellent experience in SAP, and proficient in MS Office programs.
Completed a project finance study as part of a Graduate Dip. in Project Management, this project including comparing projects using cost benefit analysis, IRR method, NPV value and other measurement tools
Key Competencies
• Project Coordination & Project Finance • Account Management
• Logistics & Supply Chain • Warehousing & Stock Control
• Resource & Materials Planning • Work Load Planning
• Customer Service Management • KPI Reporting
• SAP Database Maintenance • Dangerous Goods Movements
• Quarantine Regulations • Team Work & Support
Professional Experience
Kuehne + Nagel, Sydney & Melbourne
Jan 2011 to present
Kuehne + Nagel is a global transportation and logistics company providing sea freight and airfreight forwarding, contract logistics, and overland businesses. Kuehne + Nagel has more than 1,000 offices in over 100 countries, with over 63,000 employees.
ACCOUNT MANAGER – Contract Logistics (Oct 2013 to date)
• Manage the logistic accounts requirements of Honeywell Australia and for Aviodiepen; with a focus on developing the relationship which ultimately results in expanding market share of the customer wallet.
• Control the day-to-day logistical needs of each client i.e. movement of aircraft parts.
• Oversee the movement of dangerous goods.
• Liaise with contractors on bookings and organising pick-ups, and work in collaboration with Kuehne + Nagel warehousing pickers & packers on the mobilisation and dispatching of orders.
• Deal with urgent dispatch needs which can include organising shipment of parts from global destinations within 24 hours; a complex process that requires working closely with all logistics parties.
• Ensure KPIs are being met, and detail any account reports.
• Complete all assignment notes and ensure shipping documentation is in order. Update and maintain SAP for creating shipments, and prepare spreadsheets, whilst remaining diligent to data accuracy.
• Commended by management for work on improving relationships and logistics services.
• Successfully conduct yearly stocktakes
• Successfully coordinated all aspects of moving entire Honeywell stock and equipment from Sydney warehouse to Melbourne warehouse.
CONTRACTS LOGISTICS WAREHOUSE ADMIN (2011 to 2013)
• Managed the warehousing administration requirements for the receiving, checking and processing of orders, working with upwards of 10 clients per day.
• Organised bookings with shipping companies, working closely with 3PL/transport companies and contractors to managing booking, scheduling, proof of deliveries, and on resolving any problems that may arise.
• Planned for, and maximised use of warehousing space.
• Updated clients on movement of shipments, delivery status, stock status and timeframes.
• Worked with customs brokers on regulations relating to bonded goods, and successfully achieved “Zero Discrepancies” following an audit by customs on bonded stock.
• Conversed with colleagues from sea freight and air freight departments on measurement and weight of the stock to be despatched, and with regards to incoming shipments being delivered to the warehouse.
• Updated Warehouse Management, Stock and Inventory System (SAP & ciel).
• Managed all inventory issues including cycle counts, wall to wall stock takes, documenting and investigating stock discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions as required.
ASE Construction, Adana
2005 to 2008
ASE Construction is a small construction company based in Adana (Turkey), that employs around 15 staff.
PROJECT COORDINATOR (Internship)
• Served as a project coordinator and project engineer in support of construction projects for mainly government based contracts, assisting with planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating.
• Worked with the general manager and project manager on costing and preparing bids and tenders (RFP/RFTs).
• Managed the costing of contracts including costing for labour and materials, and further involved in seeking outside contractors and suppliers to fulfil needs of supply.
• Utilised a number project scheduling and control tools including spreadsheets to monitor projects plans, work hours, budgets and expenditures, and effectively and accurately communicated project information.
• Compiled management reports for management on budget vs. plan, and expenditure analysis.
• Project managed/coordinated all logistical requirements.
• Attended on site to assess quality and compliance of work, and to review completion against plan.
Previous position held:
• Internship
Cebe Construction & Doganlar Construction
2003 & 2004 respectively
Provided engineering services support on both roadwork and infrastructure projects, and in the building of government and education projects, working on design, construction and project administrations, tenders (RFP/RFTs), logistics and supply of materials to site.
Additional Supporting Information
Qualifications & Accreditations:
• Grad.Diploma in Project Management
Asia Pacific International College, 2009 to 2010
• Masters in Business (Finance Specialization)
Charles Sturt University, Sydney Study Centre, 2008 to 2009
• BS in Civil Engineering
University of Sakarya, Turkey 2000 to 2006
References
Available on request
