Arsalan Ashraf
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated Logistics specialist offering 11 years of experience in FMCG and Major Events. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and ERP systems ensuring zero variance. Excellent skills in team leadership, SOP's development and Distribution planning and execution. Showed efficiency in managing vendors, 3PL and 4PL Models. Ability to plan major events Logistics to ensure seamless execution of Last miles deliveries and ensuring customers satisfaction. Inspiring and Decisive team leader and collaborative team member with a strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Specialist Logistics and Customs
Cop 28
Dubai, UAE
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducting meeting with multiple LSP's to appoint as official Logistics service providers to COP28
- Perform site survey to plan for last mile deliveries during the event
- Conduct multiple meetings with United Nations representative to get alignment on logistics strategies and plan
- Conduct meetings with custom authority to ease in custom release process for COP28 shipments
- Participated in development of Logistics strategy and procedures for the event
- Sign off technical drawings for logistics compound facilities
- Ensure accurate and on time last mile delivery to participants and sponsors during the event
- Deliver more than 200 Deliveries for Blue zone and 150 deliveries for Green Zone
- Delivered stand build material for bump in phase 965 trucks and bump out phase 657 trucks managed
- Conducting training for Delivery management System and access management system
- Involved in developing SOPs for (RSA)Remote scanning area and (VSA) Vehicle search area
- Developing reports related to total deliveries and progress onsite
- Involved in decommissioning planning and execution
- Analysed complex datasets for improved decision-making processes.
- Improved workflow efficiency with thorough process analysis.
- Developed bespoke software solutions to meet specific business needs.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams for successful project completion.
- Streamlined operational procedures with innovative system improvements.
- Managed high-risk projects, ensuring safety compliance at all times.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, enhancing overall system performance.
- Facilitated productive team meetings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Implemented data security measures to protect sensitive information.
- Optimized resource allocation for maximized operational efficiency.
Distribution Planner Supply Chain Uae
Fine Hygienic Holding
Dubai, UAE
05.2020 - 03.2023
- Optimizing the shipment routs that lead to annual saving of AED 18,000/year
- Lead selection and contract negotiation with trucks supplier for annual contract which lead annual saving of 20,000/Year
- Lead selection and contract negotiation for fleets maintenance providers generating annual saving of AED 24,000/Year
- Introduce double Deckers trucks in our fleets to save number of replenishment trips generating saving of AED 80,000/Year
- Optimize the number of trips for replenishment through accurate sales forecast leading to the saving of AED 86,000/Year
- Plan and execute the move of stock from DIP warehouse to DIC warehouse in preparation for closer of DIP Warehouse
- Leveling manpower supply according to accurate sales forecast which generated annual saving of AED 12,000/Year
- Enhanced inventory control by implementing systematic management methodologies.
- Streamlined distribution processes for improved customer satisfaction.
- Achieved higher efficiency in supply chain with optimised routing schedules.
- Provided strategic guidance to enhance overall warehouse operations.
- Implemented comprehensive tracking systems for better inventory visibility.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency.
- Optimised logistics operations, resulting in more timely deliveries.
- Developed robust distribution strategies to meet business objectives.
- Conducted regular audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated effective communication across all departments for smoother workflow.
- Oversaw transport arrangements with utmost attention to detail and cost-effectiveness.
- Created contingency plans, mitigating potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain process.
- Organised training programmes to enhance team skills and performance levels.
- Led warehouse space optimisation initiatives resulting in efficient storage solutions.
- Reviewed and updated safety procedures regularly, ensuring a safer work environment.
- Negotiated favourable freight rates with transport providers enhancing cost effectiveness.
- Oversaw fleet maintenance schedules ensuring minimal downtime and disruption of services.
- Managed stock by verifying and updating inventory levels.
- Built strong relationships with Transporter and freight forwards and negotiated cost-effective rates.
- Oversaw operations of distribution facilities and shipped exports to destinations.
- Evaluated effectiveness of space utilisation and revised layout to increase storage capacity.
- Introduced mandatory safety training and monitoring, reducing facility accidents.
- Developed standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving, handling and salvaging products.
- Helped evaluate business objectives and implement strategic plans within department.
- Identified and solved complex strategy obstacles to promote growth and guide business direction.
- Utilised software for tracking and handling customer sales orders to boost accuracy.
- Served as primary liaison between clients and internal departments.
- Streamlined processes to enhance operational productivity and overall traceability.
- Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.
- Coordinated dispatching of transport vehicles distributing goods across.
- Defined KPI targets to maintain solid standards of work in [Type] team.
- Established operational and administrative procedures and enforced controls.
- Used trend data and financial forecasts to establish accurate budgets aligned with operational needs.
Logistics Operation In-charge
Al Rashid Group of Industries (Admirals Trading LLC)
Dubai, UAE
03.2015 - 05.2020
- Lead space optimization project to efficiently utilize the space for 4PL services, Contract value AED 120,000/Year
- Restructure of warehouse staff to reduce manpower generating an annual saving of AED 25,000
- Optimize the delivery plan and routes which lead to reducing the number of truck from 52 to 44 per month generating a monthly saving of AED 44,000
- Lead the project of implementing a Global Positioning system which helped to allocate the logistics budget for respective channels
- Successfully converted all cash fuel fillings into smart card pay to control fuel abuse
- Involved in the implementation of new ERP system (Oracle JDE Edward) for Logistics department to stream inventory and stock management
- Lead the project of new brand (Delmonte) to our fleet as 3PL distribution for retail channel all over the UAE under smart sales point system Sales force automation (SFA)
- Successfully implement and lead the project of freshly frozen retail and food service channel all over the UAE under smart point system SFA
- Successfully implemented SFA 30 sales van for confectionery, Dry, Frozen, Chiller SKUS in UAE
- Represent the logistics department to implement the new ERP system WMS Palm
- Lead Daily direction meeting with warehouse and distribution team
- Develop the SOP for warehouse and distribution team
- Supervise inventory management and control process including stocking ordering and reordering and order fulfillment
- Introduce brand wise count on daily basis to control the variance
- Organize monthly cycle count with finance and account department
- Ensure compliance of the inbound and outbound process according to company policy
- Coordinate with sales managers and sales team on daily plan
- Drawing of Geofences to monitor customer's constant deliveries
- Centralized communication system with warehouse and distribution team
- Ensuring customer deliveries are on time and as per requirements
- Ensuring health and safety and security rules are followed throughout the operation
- Presenting reporting performance of warehouse & distribution to Line Manager & CEO
- Perform Problem solving analysis for sales complain
- Lead productivity and cost saving project
Warehouse Operation In charge
Unilever (Walls Ice cream)
Lahore, Pakistan
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Responsible of complete inbound and outbound process
- Ensuring follow the rule of 6S in warehouse
- Supervise inventory management and control process including stocking ordering and re-ordering and order fulfillment
- Conducting frequent inventory cycle count, work to resolve all discrepancies by consistently conducting month-end reconciliation
- Frequently audited operating procedures in processing of FROZEN
- Involved in complete cycle of distribution, Routes planning, Drivers Meeting, Vehicle Management
- Liaised with other departments to ensure deliveries
- Manage the daily schedules of meetings & visits of the sales team ensuring efficient client services & support
- Ensure that all safety procedures are fully compliant with local state regulations and according to company prescribe standards
- Developing reports relating to warehouse asset, stock movement, daily delivery report
Education
Bachelor of Law - Business Law
Punjab University
Lahore Pakistan 02.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Sciences and History
Punjab University
Pakistan 01.2009 - 06.2011
Skills
- Reports & Dashboard
- Cross-Docking expertise
- Containerisation
- Transportation management software
- Manual lifting techniques
- Freight negotiation
- Logistics analysis
- Order processing
- Supply chain optimisation
- Forecasting and modelling techniques
- Stock reconciliation
- Delivery updates
- Warehouse Management System
- Inventory forecasting
- Pallet jack operation
- Supplier onboarding process
- Vendor management
- Supply chain administration
- Inventory coordination
- Order tracking
- Warehouse organisation
- Inventory Management Software
- Freight forwarding
- Fleet management
- Vehicle loading and unloading
- Supply chain solutions
- Innovative thinking
- Diplomatic negotiation
- Results oriented approach
- Excel proficiency
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Punjabi
Fluent
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 04/28/89
- Nationality: Pakistan
- Marital status: Married
Affiliations
- Cricket
- Chess
- Snooker
Timeline
Specialist Logistics and Customs
Cop 28
03.2023 - 08.2024
Distribution Planner Supply Chain Uae
Fine Hygienic Holding
05.2020 - 03.2023
Logistics Operation In-charge
Al Rashid Group of Industries (Admirals Trading LLC)
03.2015 - 05.2020
Warehouse Operation In charge
Unilever (Walls Ice cream)
02.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Law - Business Law
Punjab University
02.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Sciences and History
Punjab University
01.2009 - 06.2011
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