Founder And CEO
Central Shipping Agencies (Pvt) Ltd.
مجموع سنوات الخبرة :23 years, 11 أشهر
As the Founder and CEO of Central Shipping Agencies (Pvt) Ltd, my responsibilities are multi-faceted and crucial to the success of the business. Heres a comprehensive list of some key responsibilities: Oversaw day-to-day operations, including sales, marketing, finance, and human resources. Led overall strategic direction and operations of the company. Implemented initiatives to drive growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations. Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth. Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages. Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Played a vital role in establishing the company and obtained all necessary certifications and permissions.
Handled and managed large volume of Afghan Transit Business.
Handled and managed Projects of Concrete Batching Plant ex-Pakistan to Afghanistan.
Supervised movement of all major project contracts
Ensured that each team member is active in line with the organization 'SOP and all jobs are completed in compliance with the local customs requirement
Negotiated and build-up business relationships with external parties (carriers, government agencies, overseas agents) for improvisation the company's competitiveness and quality of services to customers
Ensured compliance with global freight agreements and allocations
Developed agency network and ensure that close relations are maintained with key logistics service providers
Reporting of regular updates / reports to the management
Responsible to negotiate best freight / transport charges against predetermined budgets to increase the gross margin
Supervised Project Management of all major contract in conjunction with Sales and Finance staff
Liaise with Sales / Commercial Manager on day-to-day activities affecting overall performance
Attended meetings with customers and services providers as necessary to maintain good relations
1. Oversee the overall operations and Documentation of Sea Freight such as customs manifestation, D/O Issuance; regularly liaise with customs and port officials etc
2. Making logical decisions pertaining to day-to-day activities for the sea freight, consulting with senior management when necessary
3. Costing and communication with the finance department about all rate charges
4. Ensuring accurate and timely invoicing
5. Relationship building with all vendors and external service providers
6. Monitoring and acting upon all customer complaints.
7. Streamlined operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and procedures.
8. Conducted regular staff meetings to foster open communication, teamwork, and feedback exchange among team members.
9. Managed daily operations, delegating tasks appropriately to ensure smooth functioning of the facility.
10. Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
1. Commercial correspondence with lines principle and agents regarding Documents/discrepancies in shipments /
manifest amendments etc
2. Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the operation whilst implementing company policy decisions
3. Organizing documents for manifestation purpose
4. Dealing with customers / Freight Forwarders / and rectify their problems Making arrangement and supervising
inter-port movements of containers to Off dock terminals
5. Freight invoicing to customer
6. Keep liaise with operations department for vessel operation and manifestation
7. Any other task assigned by the department manager.
8. Trained new team members on documentation processes, contributing to efficient onboarding and skill development.
1. Supervised team of 5 members.
2. Correspondence with line's principle and their agents.
3. Keeping close liaise with principle to ensure timely manifestation.
4. To supervise finalization of Custom's Manifest and other documents related to imports.
5. To supervise preparation/submission of manifestation for local Customs.
6. Coordinate with terminal staff for de-stuffing of containers.
7. Handling customers and rectify their problems.
8. Completion/supervising of docs’ formalities for inter-port movements.
9. Receiving bank guarantee and releasing D/O upon principle's approval.
Completed a rigorous undergraduate program specializing in commerce, encompassing subjects such as accounting, finance, economics, and business management. Acquired a comprehensive understanding of commercial principles and practices, along with practical skills through coursework, projects, and internships. Developed analytical abilities and problem-solving skills crucial for addressing challenges in the business sphere.