Biju Krishnan
Logistics & Operations Director
Dubai
Summary
With over 24 years of progressive leadership in the shipping and logistics industry, I have built a comprehensive career managing end-to-end freight operations, strategic business units, and large-scale logistics projects across the UAE, Oman, and India. My expertise spans air freight, sea freight, 3PL, supply chain, project cargo, and customs clearance, with a strong track record of delivering value-driven results in senior management roles.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Director of Sales & Operation
OBS Global Logistics LLC
09.2016 - Current
- Currently leading full-spectrum sales and operations across two major UAE hubs, I oversee freight forwarding (Air, Sea, Land), 3PL , Warehousing ,Frozen Food, DG, FMCG and complex project shipments including OOG cargo.
- I am responsible for PCL, cash flow, overseas vendor development, and team leadership, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction.
Branch Manager
JBC Express Freight LLC
11.2013 - 08.2016
- Directed end-to-end logistics operations, project cargo, GCC land transport, open yard & warehousing solutions.
- Successfully enhanced client relationships, optimized fleet utilization, and strengthened credit and fund control mechanisms, while driving business development initiatives.
General Manager
Impact Express Shipping LLC
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Company Overview: (STAYMAIN Group)
- Managed the Dubai branch with a focus on turnkey projects, Ro/Ro, breakbulk, and OOG cargo, leading the sales force and overseeing pricing strategies, vendor management, and overseas agency development.
- (STAYMAIN Group)
Business Development Manager – Project Division
Bridgeway Shipping & Clearing LLC
11.2009 - 01.2012
- Instrumental in expanding project cargo services including heavy lift, breakbulk, and land transport.
- Successfully handled high-value assignments like the Doha Airport Project and launched a warehouse and distribution model for UN suppliers.
Asst General Manager
IAL Logistics
04.1997 - 11.2009
- Company Overview: UAE, Oman & India
- Held multiple senior roles over 12+ years across Muscat, Dubai, and South India (Kochi, Coimbatore, Tuticorin, Tirupur):
- Assistant General Manager (IAL Logistics, Kochi): Led multi-branch operations and sales across South India; oversaw NVOCC, customs clearance, and pricing.
- Senior Manager (IAL Logistics, Muscat): Headed Muscat branch, expanded air/sea freight operations and container inventory.
- Commercial Manager (IAL Projects, Dubai): Focused on breakbulk, cross-trade, OOG and turnkey logistics, and vendor rate negotiations.
- UAE, Oman & India
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
St. Alberts College
Kerala , India 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Supply Chain Management
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/07/74
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Director of Sales & Operation
OBS Global Logistics LLC
09.2016 - Current
Branch Manager
JBC Express Freight LLC
11.2013 - 08.2016
General Manager
Impact Express Shipping LLC
03.2012 - 10.2013
Business Development Manager – Project Division
Bridgeway Shipping & Clearing LLC
11.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
St. Alberts College
04.2001 -
Asst General Manager
IAL Logistics
04.1997 - 11.2009
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