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Manish Raval, General Manager

Manish Raval

General Manager·Unidos Global Logistics LLC

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 31 years, 1 months

General Manager

January 2019 - Present

Unidos Global Logistics LLC

United Arab Emirates

January 2019 - Present

Snapshot
Core Competencies
* System improvements as well as development of innovative system to measure & monitor different aspects of business
like supply chain efficiency, total employee involvement, tact time enhancement, etc.
* Formulating SCM plans for smooth execution of projects within time & cost parameters; developing alternate sources,
mitigating supply risk and assisting in negotiating supply agreements with strategic and critical suppliers
* Distinction of developing Annual Plans and Budgeting for Supply Chain & Logistics Operations; ensuring effective
distribution of products to right market & at lowest cost
* Overseeing budgeting & planning of funds for procurement and sourcing of materials ensuring optimum utilization of
materials and formulating operating budgets and ensure that the available funds are utilised in the best possible
manner towards the accomplishment of business goals
* Formulating the business plans in accordance with the clients’ requirements and dealing with Freight Forwarders to
ensure best freight rates and timely shipment of Export/Import Consignments.
* Participating in tendering, negotiation and finalization of local transporters and responsible for dispatching the finished
product through approved transporters
* Identifying and resolving concerns in warehousing, inventory, delivery, billing, service, pricing or operations by
interacting with the concerned departments

Company industry:
Warehousing
Job role:
Management

Senior Operations Manager

December 2016 - December 2018

Unidos Global Logistics LLC

United Arab Emirates

December 2016 - December 2018

Freight Forwarding, Warehousing, Supply Chain & Logistics.
(Team Size: 62 Members) + Contract Employee
Key Result Areas:
* Developing warehouse, operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work
results.
* Managing Team of Freight Forwarding, Customs clearance, Warehouse, Co packing & Logistics.
* Maintaining receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing
program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
* Liaise with 3PL, Shipping agents to update tariff information and shipment status
* Maintaining physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting
equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement
* Controlling inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.
* Visiting customers to monitor quality of services they are receiving.
* Coordinating with Government & other official bodies to ensure current operation complies as per the regulations
& rules of JAFZA/Dubai Customs.
* Dealing with 3PL supply chain management warehouse, Logistics, commercial Operations & administration
* Ensure that complete Health & Safety regulations are adhered to at the warehouse and by all operations &
warehouse staff.
* Vendor Development & to maintain close coordination with suppliers - vendors, customers and freight
forwarders for smooth business operations, Maintaining close coordination on orders, availability, status &
deliveries
* Preparation of important policies and procedures of operations for continuous improvement
* Coaching employee & counselling, appraising and reviewing performance, ensuring optimum performance
* Relationship Building: Developing excellent customer relationship (internal & external), understanding customers
need and pressure to build effective partnership, Maintain diplomatic & professional approach to key customers
& channels worldwide.
Highlights
* Interpersonal: Supervision, Developing Budget, Safety Management, Developing Standards, Managing Process,
Surveillance Skills, Inventory Control, Reporting Skills, Analyzing Information, Equipment Maintenances.
* Playing major role for Debtors Collections & petty cash management.
* SGS approved Internal Auditor for ISO
Oct’ 14 - Nov 2016 Inchcape Shipping Services as

Company industry:
Warehousing
Job role:
Management

Operations Manager Supply Chain & Freight Forwarding

October 2014 - November 2016

Inchcape Shipping Services

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

October 2014 - November 2016

• Handled team of customs clearance (CNF), Warehouse, Logistics & Co-ordinating all general forwarding operation activities
• Liaise with 3 PL, Shipping agents to update tariff information and shipment status
• Coordinate with senior members of government & other official bodies to ensure current operation complies as per the regulations & rules of JAFZA/Dubai Customs.
• Responsible & deal with 3PL supply chain management warehouse, Logistics, commercial Operations & administration
• Ensure that complete Health & Safety regulations are adhered to at the warehouse and by all operations & warehouse staff.
• Responsible for support & administration of high profile sales team in Dubai
• Maintain close coordination with suppliers - vendors, customers and freight forwarders for smooth business operations, Maintaining close coordination on orders, availability, status & deliveries
• Preparation of important policies and procedures of operations for continuous improvement
• Coaching employee & counselling, appraising and reviewing performance, ensuring optimum performance
• Relationship Building: Developing excellent customer relationship (internal & external), understanding customers need and pressure to build effective partnership, Maintain diplomatic & professional approach to key customers & channels world wide
• Maintenance Inventory Management / Materials control and evolving methods of stock reduction, rotation and replenishment
• Liaise with team to ensure timely update of all records and job invoices
• Interpersonal: High level interpersonal and communication skills; proven team leader; delivers first class customer service; extensive negotiating and advocating skills, research and presentation skills
• Playing major role

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Supply Chain Manager / Operations Manager

August 2011 - September 2014

PETROGAS Piping

India

August 2011 - September 2014

Team Size: 20 Members)
Key Result Areas:
* Performing post order coordination with Customers and expedite materials to ensure delivery schedule match
specifications and coordinating timely flow of engineering documents, certificate test reports & inspection reports
between supplier & concerned sections
* Handling delivery inconsistencies and exercise judgement with defined procedure and practices to deliver appropriate
action and handling planning & scheduling of various Sales orders received from sales
* Checking purchase order conditions, terms, delivery dates & match with sales order, if any changes advising to sales
dept to take written confirmation from clients
* Following up for original purchase orders & Letter of credits from clients planning & scheduling the task to other
department involved in execution of material
* Achieving the “On Time Delivery of materials to customers” and free from any NCR’s (Non Conformity Reports)
* Visiting / Follow up with suppliers for materials arrangement at mill/inspections/delivery
* Attending KOM (kick off meeting) with customer as well as within internal department & explain the requirements of
the project and ensuring contingency plans available for late deliveries or for defective materials
* Daily checking of delivery schedule for projects and dealing with Custom department for Bill of Leading, Certificate of
Origin & paying customs & duties
* Negotiating with Shipping agencies, Freight forwarding, Transportation & Logistics companies for cost effective rates
& services
Highlights
* Holds the distinction of visiting all European Countries, China & Middle East handling suppliers and aware of working
with cross cultural people across geographies
* Successfully saved cost by streamlining the supply chain management and negotiating with the vendors
* Efficiently reduced unwanted expense & saved cost by negotiating globally for the custom price

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Management

Operations & Admin head

May 2005 - August 2008

Fast Express LLC

India

May 2005 - August 2008

35 members)
Key Result Area
* Manage Import & Export for Bulk / Freight for International / Domestic shipments, their related and Free zone
paper work
* Check NSL, pickups and deliveries
* Liaise with clients for Warehouse, Transporters & Co-loader for both International & Domestic Shipments
* Handle Visa applications, Visa extensions, Vehicle branding & Renewal of Vehicle permits
* Obtain various other permits from UAE Government for Vehicle Branding, Renewals of Contracts & Trade License
* Co-ordinating with Police Authorities for License and other accident related issues

Job role:
Administration

Manager

November 2004 - April 2005

Malar Healthcare

India

November 2004 - April 2005

Company industry:
Medical Clinic
Job role:
Management

Operations Executive (Warehouse In charge)

June 1992 - October 2004

Blue Dart Express Ltd

India

June 1992 - October 2004

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Education

Indian School of Management & Studies

January 2012

January 2012

Master's degree, Logistics & Supply Chain Management

IIMM

January 1998

January 1998

Bachelor's degree, Materials Management

India

M.S. University

January 1996

January 1996

High school or equivalent, Materials Management

India

Skills

Operations Management
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Logistics
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Supply Chain Management
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Warehousing Operations
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Expediting
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GOVERNMENT
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INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
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ISO
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LOGISTICS
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MANAGEMENT
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MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
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NEGOTIATION
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QUALITY
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SALES
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
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Logistics
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Supply Chain Management
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Warehousing Operations
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Expediting
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Languages

Arabic
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English
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Hindi
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Urdu
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