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JEFIN  JOSEPH

JEFIN JOSEPH

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

13 years experience in Procurement /Sourcing / Logistics / Supply Chain / Shipping /Operation / Freight Forwarding / Commercial / Sourcing Accomplished logistics and supply chain professional with a strong focus on core operational and logistics skills, including supply chain management, route optimisation, and freight cost analysis. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and creative problem-solving abilities in optimising inventory levels and lead times. Proficient in coordinating with carriers, freight forwarders, and customs to ensure seamless goods transportation and shipment issue resolution. Skilled in warehouse and inventory management, utilising FIFO/LIFO principles for effective stock control. Committed to workplace safety and process optimisation through lean operations and workflow streamlining. Career goals include further enhancing logistics efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

Driven professional with strategic mindset, ready to excel in supply chain management. Demonstrates strong organisational skills and adept problem-solving abilities, coupled with outstanding communication and negotiation talents. Poised to optimise operations and drive significant improvements in supply chain efficiency.

Driven professional with strategic mindset and collaborative approach, bringing strong analytical abilities and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and optimising processes, coupled with knack for problem-solving. Aiming to drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and cost savings in [Desired Position] role.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

AKS GLOBAL LOGISTICS LLC
09.2016 - 07.2025
  • Arrangement of shipments, Import /Export /Cross trade: Sea – (FCL & LCL) AIR & LAND
  • Negotiate with Line/Airlines to the lowest best price with comprehensive payment terms.
  • Approve bookings for container and freight pick up, and ensure coordination for shipments.
  • Take responsibility for the shipment from its origin country until the shipment is delivered to the Warehouse.
  • Review and sign off shipping documents while ensuring completeness and accuracy.
  • Notify consignees, or customers of the arrival of freight, and arrange for delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with import/export regulations for all equipment and materials.
  • Review and approve and follow up on documents, processes, and controls of freight payment and audit system and ensure all documents, processes, and controls are updated.
  • Obtaining, checking, and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with overseas countries' regulations and fiscal regimes.
  • Advise clients on transportation and payment methods.
  • Determine the method of shipment, and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
  • Obtaining new accounts and furthering current business.

Shipping & Logistics Specialist

PHOENIX SHIPPING LLC
06.2014 - 08.2016
  • Negotiated rates and shipping arrangements with carriers, ensuring that the required profit margins as directed by the company and sales were achieved.
  • Completed duties relative to the position, which included: submitting carrier freight claims and various miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
  • Answered customer inquiries via phone, e-mail and direct meetings.
  • Monitored shipments and provided daily updates to customers.
  • Coordinated logistics with international agents, major shipping lines, couriers and other carriers for movement of goods in most cost effective manner.
  • Create shipping documents including Bill of Ladings, Shipping documents, and other vital documents as well as providing weekly reports to management.
  • Trained personnel to help increase efficiency.

Doris Shipping & Forwarding LLC DUBAI
06.2013 - 05.2014
  • Prepare Export / Import related shipping documentation, maintain records and coordinate for product shipment.
  • Knowledge of following will be definite advantage: Customs documentation at Jebel Ali & Abu Dhabi Port.
  • Document preparation as per Letters of Credit.
  • Prior work experience on SAP environment.
  • Lead communications within the Shipping/Receiving area.
  • Schedule and Coordinate with freight forwarders.
  • Ensure freight forwarders are selected based on company objectives for cost and delivery.
  • Maintain Shipping records, including providing tracking or shipping history information to customers on request.
  • Provide guidance to others within the Shipping/Receiving area.
  • Communicate status of Shipping/Receiving activities to appropriate personnel within the organization.
  • Review open customer orders, create pick lists, coordinate with warehouse for smooth operation to efficiently meet the customers’ shipping schedule and satisfy the requested ship dates.
  • Coordinate with shipping lines & freight forwarders.

Intern

KIN-SHIP SERVICES PVT LTD
Cochin, India
05.2012 - 07.2012
  • Assisting and observing the various services provided by freight forwarders.
  • Preparing the statements and calculating the expenses for imports and exports.
  • Checking with carriers for import and export rates.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Shipping and Logistics Management

AMET UNIVERSITY
INDIA
04.2011 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business administration

M.G University
KOTTAYAM
05.2010 - 04.2013

Skills


  • Negotiation
  • Project completion
  • Goods transportation
  • Documentation
  • Shipment issues resolution
  • Workplace safety
  • Facilitation
  • Multitasking
  • Relationship’s development
  • Demonstrated imitativeness
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Core Operational & Logistics Skills
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Understanding end-to-end supply chain processes (procurement to delivery)
  • Optimizing inventory levels and lead times
  • Logistics & Transportation Planning
  • Route optimization
  • Freight cost analysis
  • Coordination with carriers, freight forwarders, customs
  • Warehouse & Inventory Management
  • Stock control
  • Layout and storage optimization
  • FIFO/LIFO principles
  • Process Optimization
  • Lean operations
  • Workflow streamlining
  • Cost reduction without compromising quality





Technical Proficiency

  • OFFICE 365
  • MICROSOFT EXCEL /WORD
  • IPACK
  • ORACLE

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Native

Certification

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

References

References available upon request.

Affiliations

  • TRAVELLING
  • DRIVING

Timeline

LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

AKS GLOBAL LOGISTICS LLC
09.2016 - 07.2025

Shipping & Logistics Specialist

PHOENIX SHIPPING LLC
06.2014 - 08.2016

Doris Shipping & Forwarding LLC DUBAI
06.2013 - 05.2014

Intern

KIN-SHIP SERVICES PVT LTD
05.2012 - 07.2012

Master of Business Administration - Shipping and Logistics Management

AMET UNIVERSITY
04.2011 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business administration

M.G University
05.2010 - 04.2013
JEFIN JOSEPH