Assistant Logistics Manager
Samsung Engineering
Total years of experience :20 years, 2 Months
To provide safe, effective and efficient cargo delivery to site in Samsung Engineering but not limited to the following: -
a) Responsible for managing comprehensive range of services covering daily Planning and execution of logistical Operations viz, Arranging customs duty exemption letter, Handling container / break bulk cargo transportation from vessel, Coordination with Heavy lift transport vendors for bidding, appointing surveyors for route surveys, cargo inspection, handling claims etc.
b) Provides necessary instructions to Freight forwarders, agents, logistics provider based on requirements & controls the dedicated logistics provider and monitors their activities & coordinate with Port & Customs authorities for ensuring smooth flow of the materials.
c) Plan for quickest delivery to site without any delay, demurrages & detention of cargoes so on.
d) Works closely with Operations & Site personnel to ensure that the services fulfilled in compliance with safety measures.
e) RFQ, negotiate rate with shipping line / agents / forwarders / Heavy lift transport vendors
f) Closely monitoring the excess rates levying by shipping line / agents, transport vendors to cut the cost.
g) Negotiating with container lines directly for demurrage rates if required.
h) Cost savings across divisions & identification of long term cost optimization.
i) Makes recommendations to reporting officer on operational practices and processes for cost reduction & improve efficiency.
j) Prepare and update daily logistics reports such as Daily logistics report, Weekly Logistics report (PSR), Budget forecast report & Local cost status report.
k) Initiation and establishment of SOP and operating targets in transport operations
l) Review monthly invoices submitting by vendor.
m) Responsible for managing complete end to end for time sensitive cargoes, shipments under ‘Single Point Responsibility’
a) Responsible for negotiating Sea freight mapping customers requirement, Handling cargo transportation, GCC transportation.
b) Responsible for order service Management- from the order receipt to final delivery. Order processing, follow up's and Delivery. Supervising a team who can handle enquiries and all other service or support to project, Retail, Marine & Export customers.
c) Logistics vendors pre-screening considering their competency, presence in the region and global network, credit limit, HSE policies, previous project history, and experience in the region.
d) Handle, monitor and resolve issues related to vessel / container operations
e) Engaging with vendor partners for continuous value creation and process up gradation.
f) Prepare day to day reports on the shipment status and future material / container movement plans
g) Initiation and establishment of SOP and operating targets in transport operations.
h) Communicate and co-ordinate with Logistic & sales Teams for any operational issues and customer
deliveries.
i) Identifying KPI’S, Formulating SLA & ensuring Compliance.
a) Handling break bulk / project cargo vessels in PG ports for major heavy lift vessel operators (ex. BBC, Jumbo Shipping, Harren & Partner, Big Lift shipping, Clipper Projects, J.Poulsen Shipping, A.C.Oersleff, MLB etc.)
b) Communicating with the vessels to collect the information required by different stake holders.
c) Keeping master notified of berthing prospects, Operation schedule and special requirements.
d) Closely liaise with vessel owners, charterers, brokers, shippers, receivers, vessel master, port captain, port marine & stevedores dept., customs & immigration authorities for smooth and efficient cargo operations.
e) Preparing Proforma disbursement account (PDA), Time Sheet, Statement of Facts (SOF), ships, customs & other pertinent documents.
f) Attending vessel on arrival / departure and closely monitor the loading / discharging operations.
g) Assisting vessel opertor by keeping them closely updated on vessels progress.
h) Synchronizing crew change, spare deliveries for vessel arrival / departure.
i) Coordinate with bunker suppliers and arranging for smooth bunker supply.
j) Coordinate with 3rd party suppliers and arrange for prompt delivery of dunnage, ship supplies etc on board.
k) Handle, monitor and resolve issues related to vessel operations.
l) Responsible for quick turnaround of the vessel and protecting the interest of the principals.
a) Creation of new port calls in the system, initiating request for Proforma disbursement (PDA) to vessel agents.
b) Coordination with Port agent, Vessel Operator on call issues.
c) Screening the Proforma disbursement account (PDA) submitted by various agents around the world.
d) Verifying the port costs quoted is in line with port tariff & loading / discharging terms.
e) Forwarding the DA for Operators advance approval before the vessel ETA and arranging advance payment to the agent for smooth operation.
a) Updating the Shipper about terminal restriction, Loading time limits in terminal and arranging for safe shipment and delivery of consignments.
b) Investigating any issues regarding loading in / and or out-turns to ensure consignments are located and shipped in a timely manner.
c) Following up the FCL container movements and coordinating for arrangement of loading the units on the planned vessel.
d) Preparing Port Disbursement Account (PDA) on vessels enquiry.
e) Sending Arrival Notices to Shippers / Receivers before vessel arrival.
f) Getting the registration of ship & cargo documents from customs & port.
g) Intimating the vessel ETA with port / customs authorities to berth the vessel on her arrival.
h) Successfully obtaining clearance from Customs, Immigration & Quarantine authorities for the vessel.
i) Timely & efficiently preparing invoices regarding freight, destination, etc. as well as post & pre-shipment documents like Bill of Lading.