IRASH KANEELAKATH
DUBAI,UAE
Summary
Offering strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Knowledgeable about team collaboration, project management, and customer relations. Ready to use and develop organisational, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
MANAGER FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS
HAULER LOGISTIC SERVICES LLC
Dubai, UAE
04.2024 - Current
- Oversee daily logistics operations, including inbound and outbound shipments, warehousing, transportation, and inventory management
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively manage teams, build strong client relationships, and negotiate price
- Manage and mentor a team of logistics professionals, including drivers, warehouse staff, and customer service representatives
- Established clear budgets and cost control strategies to meet objectives.
- Implemented cost reduction measures, and reduced overhead expenses.
- Developed and maintained pricing models and tools for accurate cost estimation and profitability analysis.
- Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, client prospecting, and networking
- Identified growth opportunities through comprehensive market research.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE, EXHIBITIONS AND GENERAL
FILS INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT AND LOGISTIC SERVICES
DUBAI, UAE
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Successfully managed the logistics for numerous exhibitions, ensuring timely delivery of exhibits
- Demonstrated expertise in managing all aspects of exhibition logistics, including transportation, customs clearance, warehousing, and on-site support
- Successfully managed all aspects of logistics operations, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution.
- Developed and implemented competitive pricing strategies for various logistics services, including air, sea, and land freight.
- Proficient in utilising the online portals of various carriers and airlines to obtain accurate freight charges
- Calculate all direct and indirect costs and add a markup for profit
OPERATIONS MANAGER
ANFICON EVENTS AND CONSULTING
KANNUR, INDIA
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Successfully managed the logistics for a diverse range of events, including conferences,trainig programs and forums.
- Successfully managed all aspects from planning and budgeting to on-site execution
- Proven ability to coordinate and execute all aspects of event logistics, from venue sourcing and vendor management to on-site operations and post-event logistics.
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage budgets effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with clients, vendors, and event stakeholders.
- Proven ability to effectively coordinate with vendors, exhibitors, and venue staff.
- Successfully managed and motivated event staff, ensuring smooth operations and client satisfaction.
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
IMMEN SOFT BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
BANGALORE , INDIA
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Maintaining knowledge of local competition in market in order to develop appropriate plans.
• Source and secure sponsorship
• Maintain and update customer database
• Develop relationship with stakeholders both internal and external
• Monitor and report on competitor activity
• Working with the conference production team to develop an understanding of the event programmer
• Researching attendees and generating sales leads
• Cold calling and selling to a list of prospective event attendees
• Engaging with clients on the phone and developing lasting relationships
• Daily management and maintenance of sales records, ensuring they are kept
• up to date with attendees and details
• Working with the marketing department to convert inbound sales enquiries
• Into leads
• Achieving monthly and overall revenue targets
• Making a high number of calls to meet daily KPIs, to be set by management
• Supporting delegates through the registration
Education
Bachelor's degree - BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
ITM
INDIA 06.2010 - 03.2013
Skills
- Operational support
- Persuasive communication
- Time-management
- Leadership skills
- Logistical planning
- Stress tolerance
- Training and Development
- CRM Software proficiency
- Critical-thinking
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Malayalam
Native
Affiliations
- PHOTOGRAPHY
- TRAVELING
Accomplishments
- Organised various management events.
- Represented university for various management events.
- Won 2nd prize in university level photography competiton.
Certification
- GCAA CERTFIED
Timeline
MANAGER FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS
HAULER LOGISTIC SERVICES LLC
04.2024 - Current
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE, EXHIBITIONS AND GENERAL
FILS INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT AND LOGISTIC SERVICES
10.2020 - 06.2024
OPERATIONS MANAGER
ANFICON EVENTS AND CONSULTING
01.2016 - 12.2019
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
IMMEN SOFT BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
06.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor's degree - BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
ITM
06.2010 - 03.2013
- GCAA CERTFIED
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