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AFSAL KHAN

AFSAL KHAN

Logistics
DUBAI,UNITD ARAB EMIRATES

Summary

Experienced logistics professional with 20 years in multinational corporations and an MBA, seeking to leverage extensive expertise in supply chain management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency to drive success in a dynamic logistics leadership role.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate

Work history

Logistics supervisor

FedEx Express
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
11.2010 - Current
  • Staff Management: Supervised 25 staff members, overseeing daily operations to ensure high productivity and efficiency.
  • Workflow Management: Managed 3,000+ packages daily, coordinating logistics for high-volume shipments and ensuring timely, accurate delivery.
  • Automation and Technology: Implemented automated sorting machines, increasing sorting efficiency by 90%, cutting processing time by 50%, and minimizing errors.
  • Government Compliance: Handled interactions with authorities, including police, customs, SSD, DM, and MOH, ensuring regulation adherence and avoiding penalties.
  • Team Scheduling and Task Management: Created and managed team schedules, improving efficiency and reducing scheduling conflicts by 95%.
  • Operational Improvement: Identified and resolved issues through data analysis, enhancing logistics processes for a 20% improvement in performance. Coordinated logistics for product launches, ensuring smooth operations and timely deliveries.
  • Inventory and Stock Management: Monitored and managed stock levels, reducing discrepancies by 3% through effective tracking. Implemented cost-saving measures, cutting transportation expenses by 20%.
  • Reporting and Performance Evaluation: Reported to senior management with detailed performance reports, aiding strategic decision-making and process improvements. Implemented changes leading to a 5% increase in efficiency.
  • Customer Communication: Tracked and updated customers, maintaining satisfaction with timely shipment updates and addressing transport issues.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborated with teams to ensure successful logistics for special projects and product launches.
  • Best Practices and Training: Educated teams on best practices, enhancing performance and efficiency through targeted training and practice implementation.

Logistics Executive

United Parcel Service (UPS)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2006 - 09.2010
  • Package Management: Managed an average of 1,000+ packages daily, ensuring efficient processing and delivery.
  • Fleet Oversight: Supervised 30 fleet vehicles, optimizing usage and coordinating schedules for timely deliveries.
  • Sales and Rate Negotiations: Negotiated sales and import rates with consignees and buyers, achieving a 5% cost reduction.
  • Import Operations: Supervised import operations, ensuring 100% compliance with customs laws, notifications, and tariffs.
  • Correspondence Management: Handled quotes, orders, and claims, resolving 95% of issues within 24 hours.
  • Invoice Generation: Generated invoices for shipments and payments, reducing errors by 7%.
  • Internal Liaison: Coordinated with internal departments, including accounts, to improve operational efficiency and resolve issues.
  • Warehouse Inventory Management: Managed inventories and implemented process improvements, increasing product movement efficiency by 12%.
  • Performance Reporting: Reported daily warehouse performance data and updated company logs, enhancing accuracy and reporting speed by 25%.
  • Operational Oversight: Oversaw unloading, inspection, product labeling, consolidation, supply flow management, and transportation planning, maintaining 100% accuracy.
  • Warehouse Improvement: Led warehouse improvements, optimizing layout to increase storage capacity by 5%.
  • Route Management: Adjusted strategies based on route factors, improving on-time delivery performance by 4%.
  • Shipment Monitoring: Monitored shipment times and service trends, leading to a 2% improvement in service delivery.
  • Load Manifest Updates: Updated load manifests for regional, national, and international transport, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance.
  • Cost Analysis: Analyzed shipping costs and compared carrier services, achieving a 3% reduction in shipping expenses.
  • Personnel Dispatch: Dispatched personnel and transport vehicles based on demand and load requirements, improving resource utilization by 2%.
  • Transport Scheduling: Managed transport schedules to increase delivery punctuality by 10%.
  • Record Maintenance: Maintained accurate records of transport activities and resolved transport service issues.
  • Performance Monitoring: Implemented a system for monitoring key performance indicators, improving KPI tracking and performance analysis by 5%.

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

Truebell Marketing and Trading llc
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
04.2002 - 03.2006
  • Collaborated with warehouse teams to develop and implement efficient storage strategies.
  • Prepared logistics documentation, including shipping manifests and customs clearance forms.
  • Completed shipment documentation in compliance with company standards.
  • Coordinated with customers and internal departments to ensure timely transportation of goods.
  • Engaged with international import service agents and representatives for import sales activities.
  • Coordinated with Warehouse Assistants, Factory or Freight Agents, Customs House Agents, and other external agencies to ensure timely clearances and cost-effective transport solutions.
  • Managed export shipments (Air, Sea, Land), including documentation.
  • Oversaw import shipments (Air, Sea, Land), shipping, and freight forwarding.
  • Organized customs clearance and transportation processes.
  • Prepared sales invoices and shipping documents for export shipments.
  • Provided logistics support for Export Sales Executives.
  • Interfaced with shipping lines and international freight forwarders to secure container space for weekly shipments from various destinations.
  • Liaised with consignees, suppliers, and overseas counterparts regarding movement of containers and console boxes from various destinations.
  • Negotiated with shipping lines to obtain better import rates from various ports based on current market conditions.

Education

Master's degree - Operations Management, Supply Chain Logistics Management

National Institute of Business Management
Trivandrum, Kerala - India
04.2022 - 05.2024

Diploma of Education - International Diploma in Logistics and Transport

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
02.2021 - 08.2022

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Mspvl Polytechnic and Engineering college
Pavoorchatram, Tamilnadu - India
06.1995 - 04.1998

Skills

  • Supply Chain Management: Expertise in overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations
  • Process Optimization: Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs
  • Team Leadership: Proven track record in managing and motivating teams
  • Inventory Management: Proficient in maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing wastage
  • Logistics Coordination: Experienced in coordinating cross-functional activities and logistics processes
  • Data Analysis: Adept at analyzing logistics data to drive informed decision-making
  • Vendor Management: Experienced in negotiating and managing relationships with suppliers and vendors
  • Problem-Solving: Strong ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
  • Project Management: Competent in managing logistics projects from initiation to completion
  • Technology Proficiency: Familiar with logistics software and systems (eg, WMS, ERP)

Accomplishments

    Bravo Zulu Awards: Recognized with multiple Bravo Zulu awards for exceptional performance in surpassing company goals, achieving significant cost savings, and contributing to various high-impact projects. This acknowledgment reflects a consistent track record of exceeding expectations and delivering outstanding results.

    Best Performer Awards: Honoured with several Best Performer awards for demonstrating excellence beyond standard expectations. These awards highlight a consistent ability to meet and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs), showcasing a commitment to exceptional performance and goal attainment.

    Employee of the Month: Awarded Employee of the Month for outstanding contributions and exemplary performance. This accolade underscores a significant impact on team success and a dedication to exceeding organizational standards.

Certification

Supply chain and Logistics Advanced Level

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Native
Malayalam
Native
Arabic
Beginner

Timeline

Master's degree - Operations Management, Supply Chain Logistics Management

National Institute of Business Management
04.2022 - 05.2024

Diploma of Education - International Diploma in Logistics and Transport

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
02.2021 - 08.2022

Logistics supervisor

FedEx Express
11.2010 - Current

Logistics Executive

United Parcel Service (UPS)
04.2006 - 09.2010

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

Truebell Marketing and Trading llc
04.2002 - 03.2006

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Mspvl Polytechnic and Engineering college
06.1995 - 04.1998

Projects

Express Export - Simplified the Movement of outbound shipments from
Gated Freezones,200K USD Saved – Year 2017
ACCS System -B2B system for Dubai Customs declarations – Increase 53% productivity increase – Year 2018
VAT PAYMENT - Simplified to Pay Vat for Non-registered customers – 250K USD saved - Year 2018
MARIO LV - Automated Declarations for LV shipments by Bot – 2FT(Manpower) Saved - Year 2019
DWC Sort operation - Automated shipment movements – Year 2020-2022
MARIO HV - Automated Declarations for HV shipments by BOT – Target Saving 3 FT(Manpower) - Year 2023-2025 (On Going)
BLOCKCHAIN - Enhancing E-commerce business – 1mn – Year 2024
-2025 (On Going)

References

References available upon request.

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