EDWIN JOSHUA
DUBAI
Summary
Logistics professional with extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. My expertise lies in streamlining operations, minimizing costs, and driving efficiency. I am dedicated to enhancing workflows and boosting financial outcomes while delivering high-quality logistical solutions in dynamic and complex environments.
Experienced with supply chain optimization, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs. Utilizes strategic planning and supplier management to achieve seamless logistics operations. Track record of implementing best practices in inventory control and demand forecasting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
JASANI LLC
08.2017 - Current
- Inventory Management: Regularly check stock levels to ensure availability of inventory items.
- Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with the sourcing team to identify suppliers, negotiate pricing, and place orders based on agreed terms.
- Order Follow-Up: Monitor order readiness by coordinating with suppliers to receive the logistic plan for shipment collection arrangements.
- Freight Arrangements: Coordinate with freight forwarders, negotiate freight charges, and organize shipment collection on an FOB basis.
- Documentation Verification: Obtain and verify draft shipping documents once the shipment is ready.
- Payment Processing: Proceed with payment collection according to the agreed terms.
- Status Updates: Inform sales, inventory, and warehouse teams about the shipment arrival status.
- Customs Clearance: Provide necessary documents to agents for customs clearance.
- Delivery Coordination: Arrange delivery to the warehouse or the client's specified location.
- Stock Distribution: Redistribute shipments to warehouses in different countries based on stock levels and local regulations.
- Direct Client Orders: Manage direct orders for clients and ensure proper handling and delivery.
- Sales Support: Address sales team inquiries and quotation requests, arranging shipments as needed.
- Weekly Stock Checks: Perform weekly assessments of inventory levels.
- Product Development: Customize products to enhance and develop them as per market needs.
- Sample Testing: Send product samples to accredited labs for quality assurance.
- Factory Inspections: Arrange factory inspections through in-house teams or third-party agents before shipment.
- Marine Insurance: Organize marine insurance for shipments based on terms and conditions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure CB test reports, certificates, and IECEE applications are completed for Saudi-regulated products.
- Team Leadership: Lead a team of logistics personnel, providing guidance and training to foster professional growth and operational excellence.
- Shipment Tracking: Manage shipment tracking and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while resolving operational challenges effectively.
- Document Management: Maintain proper filing of all export-related documents.
- Insurance & Certification: Arrange insurance according to relevant terms and conditions, and issue test/product certificates upon request or as specified in the LC.
LOGISTICS OFFICER
Andy Manhart
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Gained extensive knowledge of import/export procedures, customs/bank/insurance documentation, and formalities.
- Managed stock planning, ordering, and shipment coordination.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of logistics and freight industry practices.
- Ensured compliance with duty exemption requisites and procedures.
- Utilized HS codes for accurate product categorization in international trade.
- Ensuring efficient packaging for safe and secure shipment.
- Complied with regulations governing airfreight, sea freight, and port operations.
- Arranged Letters of Credit for import shipments and compiled export documents as per LC terms.
- Monitoring of LC documentation and submitting on timely manner to accounts.
Education
MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
National Institute of Business Management
01.2025
CERTIFIED IN LOGISTIC & SUPPLY CHAIN LSCMP - undefined
London International Studies & Research Center
01.2025
MBA - Human Resources Management
National Institute of Business Management
01.2012
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Procurement strategy
- Strategic sourcing
- Inventory Control
- Documentation
Procurement expertise
LINK
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-joshua-9b057bb4
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Nationality: Indian
- Visa status: Employment
DRIVING LICENSE
Driving license category: LMV1
Timeline
SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
JASANI LLC
08.2017 - Current
LOGISTICS OFFICER
Andy Manhart
07.2014 - 07.2017
CERTIFIED IN LOGISTIC & SUPPLY CHAIN LSCMP - undefined
London International Studies & Research Center
MBA - Human Resources Management
National Institute of Business Management
MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
National Institute of Business Management