LOGISTICS OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP

AKHIL SAYED

Dubai, UAE
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Profile Summary
❖ Streamlined communications with a notable client, which improved customer satisfaction.
❖ Spearheaded the transformation of RF-driven activities from manual operations to paperless transactions, resulting in significant improvements in efficiency and accuracy
❖ Successfully optimized warehouse space, resulting in substantial cost savings and significant revenue growth
❖ Exemplify strong leadership skills by efficiently managing day-to-day business operations & effectively leading cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals
❖ Proven excellence in managing a diverse portfolio of multinational and local clients, including industry leaders such as Unilever, Mars, Mondelez, Burger King, London Dairy, Tim Horton’s, Arvato-FedEx, Tiffany Foods, Ethan Allen, and Emirates Airlines,
Tesla, Bosch , Man + Hummel ( MH)
❖ Possess advanced proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems and SCALE (Supply Chain Architect for Logistics Execution), enabling seamless logistics operations.
❖ Showcased strong proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office Tools to enhance productivity and streamline operations.
Career Highlights
❖ Achieved 20% reduction in warehouse costs through effective space utilization and process improvements.
❖ Successfully led a cross-functional team in achieving 30% increase in revenue growth within the current role
❖ Implemented a new inventory control system, resulting in a 10% reduction in stock discrepancies and improved accuracy in order fulfilment
❖ Developed and implemented a training program for warehouse staff, resulting in a 10% increase in productivity and a decrease in errors
❖ Led a team in achieving 30% improvement in on-time delivery performance through effective scheduling and coordination.

Education

B
Bachelors in Commerce 2006
Goa University, India

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Experiences

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Role as Team Leader 2024-05-01
Ocean Fair international LLC

❖ Monitoring and ensuring the smooth functioning of all departments, effectively managing day-to-day business operations. ❖ Managing warehouse operations with 60 staffs and handling CBM 72000. ❖ Constantly supervising staff and contracted labour, providing oversight for receiving, warehousing, distribution, & maintenance operations ❖ Developed and implemented customized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new clients ❖ Conducted monthly reviews of productivity Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to meet benchmark standards ❖ Ensured that the cycle count was conducted in accordance with the agreed-upon Key Performance Indicator (KPI) with the inventory team ❖ Fostered a health and safety culture and adhered to all safety standards for a secure working environment. ❖ Proactively identifying and addressing training and development needs of staff to align with strategic business objectives ❖ Collaborating with the management team to drive process improvement initiatives and implement cost-reduction strategies

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Role as Operations Manager 2023-09-01 - 2024-05-01
DB Schenker LLC, Dubai U.A.E

❖ Monitoring and ensuring the smooth functioning of all departments, effectively managing day-to-day business operations. ❖ Managing warehouse operations with 30 staffs and Warehouse area of 38000 Sq. MT ❖ Manage receiving, warehousing, distribution, inventory, Procurement, and maintenance operations. ❖ Identify & Implement warehouse process improvement adhering to standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce operations costs. ❖ Maintaining standards of Health & Safety security on the work in the work environment in accordance with the HSE Policies of the company. ❖ Recruit, support, and provide training to warehouse operation staff. ❖ Monitor key performance indicator (KPI) for operational efficiency. ❖ Liaise with the customers, Vendors, Transporters & Internal departments to optimize operations. ❖ Develop and maintain ISO level operation guidelines and metrics. ❖ Develop and monitor productivity standards. ❖ Develop and maintain efficient, cost-effective operations layout! ❖ Coordinate daily cycle counts. ❖ P&L responsibility for the operation. ❖ Oversee daily customs and shipping operations.

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Role as Operations Executive 2007-05-01 - 2023-08-01
Global Shipping and Logistics LLC, Dubai U.A.E

❖ Monitoring and ensuring the smooth functioning of all departments, effectively managing day-to-day business operations ❖ Constantly supervising staff and contracted labour, providing oversight for receiving, warehousing, distribution, & maintenance operations ❖ Effectively leveraging Warehouse Management Systems to ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records ❖ Streamlining warehouse shift activities to consistently achieve targets and exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) ❖ Enforcing strict adherence to QHSE and food safety policies, ensuring compliance and fostering a safe working environment ❖ Inspiring and empowering the Warehouse Team, Supervisors, And Contractors to consistently deliver exceptional service and surpass business objectives ❖ Fostering a culture of effective communication within the Operational Teams, encouraging employee engagement & upholding company values ❖ Guaranteed exceptional levels of service and quality to customers, while cultivating a high-performing team to execute operational plans in alignment with performance targets ❖ Proactively identifying and addressing training and development needs of staff to align with strategic business objectives ❖ Collaborating with the management team to drive process improvement initiatives and implement cost-reduction strategies Role as Warehouse Supervisor ❖ Monitored daily warehouse operations, ensured optimal housekeeping and efficient inventory management ❖ Strategically scheduled daily inbound and outbound customer activities and consistently met targets ❖ Administered comprehensive reviews of processes to identify improvement and cost-reduction opportunities ❖ Diligently monitored the daily activities of Customer Service Representatives to meet customer requirements ❖ Fostered a health and safety culture and adhered to all safety standards for a secure working environment ❖ Developed and implemented customized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new clients ❖ Generated comprehensive incident & near-miss reports, facilitated discussions in toolbox talks to drive Control & Preventive Action (CAPA) ❖ Conducted monthly reviews of productivity Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to meet benchmark standards ❖ Prioritized the prompt resolution of customer queries and complaints and assured exceptional service delivery by the Customer Service Representative (CSR) ❖ Directed annual performance appraisals for warehouse staff and managed fair and accurate grading based on their contributions. ❖ Executed daily Material Handling Equipment (MHE) monitoring and assessed general maintenance activities ❖ Delivered monthly presentations of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports to senior management ❖ Ensured that the cycle count was conducted in accordance with the agreed-upon Key Performance Indicator (KPI) with the inventory team Role as Customer Service Representative ❖ Prepared inbound and outbound orders as per customer requests May'07 - Mar'12: Customer Service Representative Apr'12 -Dec'21: Warehouse Supervisor Since Jan'22-Aug'23: Operations Executive ❖ Monitored inbound and outbound shipments, and maintained daily key performance indicator reports ❖ Provided daily stock updates to clients and scheduled and monitored export and import activities ❖ Conducted cycle counts and shared reports with customers and addressed customer complaints and queries promptly

Skills

Real-time Tracking Receiving & Put away
90%
Inventory Management / Order Fulfilment
98%
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
95%
Strategic Planning / Logistics Operations
92%

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