A logistics and supply chain manager with substantial experience and knowledge of managing shipping and logistics projects and resources in an effective and efficient manner. Highly focused with a comprehensive understanding of timely forwarding and transportation, custom clearance of industrial infrastructure goods, machinery and equipment of miniature or out-of-gauge nature. Carrying a consistent proven track record of successfully employing best business practices that improve efficiency, reduce operating costs whilst increasing performance, in compliance with tight time scales and given budget. Capable of identifying and implementing continuous improvements in the supply chain.
Directing the international logistics team tasked with developing and streamlining the supply chain operations of the company.
Overseeing operations related to shipping and logistics of FCL, LCL, Air shipments, break‐bulk and project cargoes.
Managing customs clearances for imports and exports of key customers not limited to custom duties/taxes.
Planning and handling of vessels for inward and outward clearance of agency vessels.
Negotiating rates for road, sea, air with vendors and ensuring that terms and conditions of vendor contracts are complied with.
Locating and developing business relationships with potential importers and exporters of project and dry bulk cargoes.
Responsible for compiling documents such as Letters of credit with banks, freight forwarding and custom clearance.
Developed strong and comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for the company’s supply chain management.
Strong focus on meeting supplier and customer demands during the entire logistics operations including coordination,
documentation requirement, customs and government regulations to streamline the cargo movements from point A to Point B.
Continuous SWAT analysis of competitors to identify the company’s strengths and weaknesses and utilizing the opportunities to
counter the threats being faced in the supply chain.
Job Description
- Responsible for carrying out the following aspects in the supply chain of break-bulk, project goods and infrastructure equipment: sourcing, purchasing, custom clearance, transportation and distribution.
- Conversant with Statutory Regulatory Orders of Customs Act related to import and export of infrastructure goods.
- Also involved in identifying and implementing initiatives to reduce the overall supply chain cost base.
- Monitoring data management to keep accurate product, contract, pricing and invoicing information.
- Working closely with suppliers and customers to improve operations and reduce cost.
- Ensuring the personal safety and safe working environment of staff.
- Communicating needs & objectives to senior managers & key personnel in procurement, logistics & distribution.
- Negotiating contracts to reduce costs and achieve maximum efficiency.
- Providing accurate routing information to ensure that delivery times and locations are coordinated.
- Accurately calculating total supply chain costs in relation to proposed new projects.
- Obtaining quotes for custom clearance, transportation and also making cost comparisons for the same.
- Extensive knowledge of coordinating all of the entities involved in a supply chain.
- Experience of liaising with forwarders and overseas companies to arrange collections.
- Able to negotiate rates with local contractors and also international companies.
Core Competencies and Skills developed in the subject role
- Possessing creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to ensure that goods and equipment are delivered in a good state and on time.
- Highly effective motivator with strong written and spoken communication skills.
- Developed the ability to handle pressures arising from having to meet deadlines and targets.
- Able to evaluate complex situations and find solutions for them.
- Having a passion for delivering excellent customer service in a cost effective
Job Description
- Issuance and balancing of term deposit receipts of the branch.
- Issuance & balancing of pay orders, cheque book & locker issuance and custodian.
- Clearance of inbound and outbound instruments (cheques, pay orders, etc) assuring proper scrutiny which conformed to the prudential regulations of the SBP as well as internal and external Audit Compliance.
- Internal and online transfers of funds in relevant customer accounts ensuring conformity with the regulations of State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and providing prompt and appropriate feedback to customers in context with inward & outward clearing, resolution of their claims & queries in order to attain maximum customer satisfaction level.
- Provided excellent information services to customers related to all products of the bank.
Core Competencies and Skills developed in the subject role
- Commercial awareness of the banking sector and use of financial instruments.
- Collaborative skills through continuous coordination with branch members.
- Developed the attribute of inquisitive questioning and finding solutions through logical reasoning.
- Developed the need to exhibit attention to details.
- Enjoyed learning branch banking software and banking processes.