Akhilesh A N

• Lead and oversees Import & export documentation (Including SLI, DA, CI) and customs clearance according to the International and UAE trade compliance.

• Coordinating and Following up with FF forwarders for smooth and On time Delivery.

• lead FZ to FZ, and FZ to ROW shipment handling and maintaining compliance.

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventory records for Both hazardous and Non hazardous material.

• Track product movements inbound and outbound and maintaining and ensuring on time delivery.

• Coordinating with warehouse teams to ensure sufficient stock levels to reduce material Shortage or Excessing.

• Managing and resolving customer inquiries, operational discrepancies, and ensuring high service standards.

• Monitor daily operational tasks, assign work, and providing training when required to team for smooth operations.

• Implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

• Develop KPI dashboards, analyze performance trends, and recommend improvements.

• Performing QC for inbound and outbound shipments to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with quality Standards.

Oversee and direct end-to-end Domestic and International Logistics Operations, managing a multi-functional team
responsible for movement of goods across SEZ (Special Economic Zone) and DTA (Domestic Tariff Area).
Lead and Prepare regulatory compliance for all import and export activities, including adherence to SEZ regulations, SVB (Special
Valuation Branch) requirements, and other critical trade compliance mandates.
Drive cost-saving initiatives by managing and optimizing the Logistics Cost center, achieving cost reduction targets through
strategic vendor negotiations, process audits, and efficiency improvements.
Manage complex financial shipping documentation, including Leter of Credit (LC) shipments, ensuring timely preparation,
presentation, and negotiation to secure payments and mitigate financial risks.
Led and executed vendor and supplier management strategies for freight forwarders (FF) and Custom House Agents (CHA),
including rigorous monthly and quarterly performance evaluations to ensure adherence to SLAs and efficiency targets.
Conducted high-stakes price negotiations with Freight Forwarders and carriers (Air/Sea/Road) to secure competitive rates,
optimize transit times, and ensure timely customs clearance and material movement
Coordinate cross-functionally with Production, Inventory, Sales, and Procurement teams to maintain synchronized operations
and ensure a smooth, uninterrupted supply chain flow.
Maintain and manage supply chain data within the ERP software, ensuring accuracy of sales, inventory, and shipment tracking
information for real-time decision-making.
Manage the full cycle of Domestic and International Sales Order Management, from initial processing and documentation
(e.g., Invoice, Delivery Challan) to final dispatch and delivery tracking.
Standardize and expedite critical shipping processes including Air Waybill (AWB) creation, E-Waybill generation, shipment
booking, and generating compliance certificates using relevant trade platforms (e.g., CHIMS, NFIFMS, PIMS).
Develop and present comprehensive Sales Reports (Monthly, Quarterly, and Yearly), analyzing both Paid and FOC (Free of
Charge) sales data to provide insights for business strategy and forecasting.
Oversee and improve Material and Inventory Management, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet sales demand while
minimizing carrying costs and mitigating obsolescence.

Oversee and direct end-to-end Domestic and International Logistics Operations, managing a multi-functional team responsible for
movement of goods across SEZ (Special Economic Zone) and DTA (Domestic Tariff Area).
Lead regulatory compliance for all import and export activities, including adherence to SEZ regulations, SVB (Special Valuation Branch)
requirements, and other critical trade compliance mandates.
Drive cost-saving initiatives by managing and optimizing the Logistics Cost, achieving cost reduction targets through strategic vendor
negotiations, process audits, and efficiency improvements.
Manage and ensuring timely preparation, presentation complex financial shipping documentation ( including Leter of Credit (LC)
shipments.
Lead and execute vendor and supplier management strategies for freight forwarders (FF) and Custom House Agents (CHA), including
monthly and quarterly performance evaluations to ensure adherence to SLAs and efficiency targets.
Conducting price negotiations with Freight Forwarders and carriers (Air/Sea/Road) to secure competitive rates, optimize transit times, and
ensure timely customs clearance and material movement
Coordinate cross-functionally with Production, Inventory, Sales, and Procurement teams to maintain synchronized operations and ensure a
smooth, uninterrupted supply chain ow.
Maintain and manage supply chain data within the ERP software, ensuring accuracy of sales, inventory, and shipment tracking information
for real-me decision-making.
Manage the full cycle of Domestic and International Sales Order Management, from initial processing and documentation (e.g., Invoice, PL,
Delivery Challan) to final dispatch and delivery tracking.
Standardize and expedite critical shipping processes including Air Waybill (AWB) creation, E-Waybill generation, shipment booking, and
generating compliance certificates using relevant trade platforms (e.g., CHIMS, NFIFMS, PIMS).
Develop and present comprehensive Sales Reports (Monthly, Quarterly, and Yearly), analyzing both Paid and FOC (Free of Charge) sales
data.
Oversee and improve Material and Inventory Management, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet sales demand.

Oversee and direct end-to-end Domestic and International Logistics Operations, managing a multifunctional team responsible for
movement of goods across SEZ (Special Economic Zone) and DTA (Domestic Tariff Area).
Lead regulatory compliance for all import and export activities, including adherence to SEZ regulations, SVB (Special Valuation
Branch) requirements, and other critical trade compliance mandates.
Drive cost-saving initiatives by managing and optimizing the Logistics Cost, achieving cost reduction targets through strategic
vendor negotiations, process audits, and efficiency improvements.
Manage and ensuring timely preparation, presentation complex financial shipping documentation ( including Leter of Credit (LC)
shipments.
Lead and execute vendor and supplier management strategies for freight forwarders (FF) and Custom House Agents (CHA),
including monthly and quarterly performance evaluations to ensure adherence to SLAs and efficiency targets.
Conducting price negotiations with Freight Forwarders and carriers (Air/Sea/Road) to secure competitive rates, optimize transit
times, and ensure timely customs clearance and material movement
Coordinate cross-functionally with Production, Inventory, Sales, and Procurement teams to maintain synchronized operations and
ensure a smooth, uninterrupted supply chain ow.
Maintain and manage supply chain data within the ERP software, ensuring accuracy of sales, inventory, and shipment tracking
information for real-me decision-making.
Manage the full cycle of Domestic and International Sales Order Management, from initial processing and documentation (e.g.,
Invoice, PL, Delivery Challan) to final dispatch and delivery tracking.
Standardize and expedite critical shipping processes including Air Waybill (AWB) creation, E-Waybill generation, shipment
booking, and generating compliance certificates using relevant trade platforms (e.g., CHIMS, NFIFMS, PIMS).
Develop and present comprehensive Sales Reports (Monthly, Quarterly, and Yearly), analyzing both Paid and FOC (Free of Charge)
sales data.
Oversee and improve Material and Inventory Management, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet sales demand.

Managed comprehensive shipment documentation, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, including the
precise creation of Commercial Invoices, Shipping Invoices, and Packing Lists (PL) for all export and import transactions..
Spearheaded the generation of all domestic shipping documents, including Invoices, Delivery Challans, and E-Waybills,
guaranteeing seamless regulatory adherence for goods movements.
Executed Air Waybill (AWB) generation and associated documentation for all air freight consignments, optimizing speed and
regulatory compliance.
Conducted sophisticated price negotiations with Freight Forwarders (FF) and ocean/air Carriers, consistently securing optimal
rates and service agreements to minimize landed costs and maximize logistical efficiency.
coordinated both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments, determining the most cost
effective and timely transport modes based on cargo volume and delivery requirements.
Managed all aspects of Export and Import Customs Clearance, meticulously preparing and submiting required
documentation to regulatory bodies to ensure rapid clearance and avoid demurrage or detention charges.
Executed end-to-end shipment booking processes across various modes (ocean, air, road).
Implemented tracking and monitoring protocols for all active shipments, proactively addressing potential delays and
providing real-time status updates to internal and external stakeholders..

Managing shipment documentation, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, including the creation of Commercial
Invoices, Shipping Invoices, and Packing Lists (PL) for all export and import transactions..
Generation of all domestic shipping documents, including Invoices, Delivery Challans, and E-Waybills, guaranteeing seamless regulatory
adherence for goods movements.
Executing Air Waybill (AWB) generation and associated documentation for all air freight consignments, optimizing speed and regulatory
compliance.
Conducting price negotiations with Freight Forwarders (FF) and ocean/air Carriers, consistently securing optimal rates and service
agreements to minimize landed costs and maximize logistical efficiency.
coordinating both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments, determining the most cost- effective and timely
transport modes based on cargo volume and delivery requirements.
Managing all aspects of Export and Import Customs Clearance, meticulously preparing and submiting required documentation to
regulatory bodies to ensure rapid clearance and avoid demurrage or detention charges.
Executing end-to-end shipment booking processes across various modes (ocean, air, road).
Implementing tracking and monitoring Systems for all active shipments, proactively addressing potential delays and providing real-me
status updates to internal stakeholders and Customers.

Managing shipment documentation, ensuring compliance with international and UAE trade regulations, including the creation of
Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists (PL) and DAs for all export and import transactions.
Overseeing and Managing the entire supply chain operations from sales order to Final delivery.
Implementing tracking and monitoring Systems for all active shipments, proactively addressing potential delays and providing
real-me status updates to internal stakeholders and Customers.
Conducting price negotiations with Freight Forwarders (FF) and ocean/air Carriers, consistently securing optimal rates and service
agreements to minimize landed costs and maximize logistical efficiency.
Managing relationships with supplier, vendors and service providers.
Managing all aspects of Export and Import Customs Clearance, preparing and submiting required documentation to regulatory
bodies to ensure rapid clearance and avoid demurrage or detention charges.
Executing end-to-end shipment booking processes across various modes (ocean, air, road).

Strategically planned and scheduled daily distribution routes using logistics software to minimize transit time, reduce fuel
consumption, and maximize delivery efficiency.
Managed daily vehicle allocation, performed pre-trip inspections, and coordinated maintenance schedules to ensure fleet
safety and regulatory compliance.
Executed precise physical inventory counts (cycle counts) and receiving procedures, ensuring high data accuracy and
reconciling stock discrepancies.
Maintained real-time inventory visibility by accurately performing stock entries and assigning storage locations within the
WMS/ERP system.
Generated and verified Goods Received Notes (GRN) against purchase orders and invoices, ensuring procurement accuracy
and timely vendor payment authorization.
Maintained a meticulous audit trail for all incoming materials and transactions, guaranteeing compliance and financial
transparency.

Planning and scheduling daily distribution routes using logistics software to minimize transit time, reduce fuel consumption, and maximize
delivery efficiency.
Managing daily vehicle allocation, performed pre trip inspections, and coordinated maintenance schedules to ensure fleet safety and
regulatory compliance..
Executing precise physical inventory counts (cycle counts) and receiving procedures, ensuring high data accuracy and reconciling stock
discrepancies.
Maintaining real time inventory visibility by accurately performing stock entries and assigning storage locations within the WMS/ERP
system.
Generating and verified Goods Received Notes (GRN) against purchase orders and invoices, ensuring procurement accuracy and timely
vendor payment authorization.
Maintaining Records for all incoming materials and transactions.

Planning and scheduling daily distribution routes using logistics software to minimize transit time, reduce fuel consumption, and
maximize delivery efficiency.
Managing daily vehicle allocation, performed pre trip inspections, and coordinated maintenance schedules to ensure fleet safety
and regulatory compliance..
Executing precise physical inventory counts (cycle counts) and receiving procedures, ensuring high data accuracy and reconciling
stock discrepancies.
Maintaining real time inventory visibility by accurately performing stock entries and assigning storage locations within the
WMS/ERP system.
Generating and verified Goods Received Notes (GRN) against purchase orders and invoices, ensuring procurement accuracy and
timely vendor payment authorization.
Maintaining Records for all incoming materials and transactions.