Kuben Reddy

Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with the company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling, and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign, tasks appropriately, and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach, and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

• Port Operations & Shipping Lines: Managed container packing,
bulk vessel loading, and coordination with shipping agents to
ensure seamless operations. Negotiated with shipping lines and
clearing agents for the best freight rates and transport efficiency.
• Supply Chain Strategic Planning and Leadership - Collaborate
weekly with Mine Managers and the Operations Director on product
forecasting and production planning, proactively mitigating risks and
streamlining workflows to enhance productivity and reduce costs,
plan transport, and align shipping schedules.
• Freight Forwarding & Customs: Oversaw import/export shipments,
ensuring full compliance with SARS regulations. Handled duty
drawbacks, customs clearance, and risk mitigation for cross-border
shipments.
• Logistics/ Warehouse and Operational Management: Lead logistics
optimization projects to improve warehouse space utilization, ensure
inventory accuracy, and maintain on-time dispatch performance. Serve
as the primary point of contact for resolving operational issues and
managing claims. Oversee daily logistics operations, ensuring the
efficient coordination of resources, adherence to processes, and
continuous improvement of systems to support overall supply chain
efficiency.
• Cost Control & Financial Oversight: Managed transport costs,
demurrage prevention, and invoice reconciliation. Worked with
finance teams on budget planning and cost-saving initiatives.
• Process & Compliance Management: Developed and implemented
risk management strategies to mitigate operational and regulatory
risks within the logistics environment, ensuring full compliance with
industry standards. Conducted internal audits and applied ISO-aligned
best practices to enhance compliance, operational efficiency, and
supply chain integrity.
• Team Management: - Coached and mentored internal staff and
service provider teams, including management, by offering guidance,
support, and development opportunities to foster professional
growth and ensure performance aligned with company expectations.
• CRM: Maintain and build strong customer relationships. Drive
business development and client acquisition. Oversee end-to-end
project logistics for local and international cargo.
• Procurement: assist team with negotiation of rates (warehousing,
transport, sea freights, and projects). Assist team to identify new market
opportunities to diversify service offerings.

Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with the company’s policies and vision
Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations
Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
Adhere to all warehousing, handling, and shipping legislation requirements
Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
Liaise with clients, suppliers, and transport companies
Internal Auditing
Plan work rotas, assign, tasks appropriately, and appraise results
Recruit, select, orient, coach, and motivate employees
Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Skills Obtained:
Team Leadership - Management
Analytical Skills - Project Management
Coaching - Training
Data Analysis - Negotiation
Import/ Exports - Operations and Management
Distribution Logistics
Container/Bulk Shipping
Stock Management - Product Quality
Logistics Management - Transport Management
Supply Chain Management
Warehouse Operations
Operational Compliance
Customer Experience - Problem-Solving
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Organizational Skills - Strategic Communication

Client Relationship Management
Oversight of the Import Department,
Monitoring the delivery of customer service,
Managing transportation logistics
Effective team leadership and management
Improving and mitigating risks.
Address and reduce claims
Drafting and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).implementation of SOPs

Planning all transport: Breakbulk, local, containers, abnormal cargo
Constant and fluent communication
Addressing delays and reducing costs
Planning routes

• Handled import clearances, freight forwarding, and port
operations, ensuring minimal delays and accurate customs declarations.
• Worked closely with shipping lines and SARS customs officials for duty
calculations and import tariff assessments.

• Managed fleet operations, route planning, and transport optimization
for cost-effective deliveries.
• Negotiated freight contracts with transporters, carriers, and clearing
agents.

Client Relationship Management
Oversight of the Export Department,
Monitoring the delivery of customer service,
Managing transportation logistics
Effective team leadership and management
Improving and mitigating risks.
Address and reduce claims
Drafting and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).implementation of SOPs

• Managed the entire export process, from booking cargo with shipping
lines to arranging customs clearance and final delivery.
• Ensured compliance with export regulations, Incoterms, and trade
documentation requirements.
• Coordinated with clients, freight forwarders, and port authorities for
smooth cargo movement.

• Managed stock levels, processed purchase orders, and assisted in financial
reconciliations.

• Managed security operations at a retail store in London and trained
security officers.

Analyzing crime in the area
Reporting high crime in daily meetings
Taking fingerprints
Opening cases

• Assisted in crime prevention operations as a community volunteer.