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KARTHIKEYAN MANOHARAN

KARTHIKEYAN MANOHARAN

DUBAI,UAE

Summary

Results-driven logistics professional with 10+ years GCC experience in distribution, supply chain, and operations. Expertise in Forward & Reverse Logistics, SAP & Power BI, LEAN foundations, WMS, DG standards, Customs Clearance, and HS code compliance. Proven track record in cost optimization, process enhancement, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Logistics Specialist

Lenovo Services B.V.
DUBAI, UAE
02.2022 - Current
  • Leading inventory management and forward, replenishment & reverse logistics across 27 MEA countries as sole POC, coordinating with 3PL partners (Aramex UAE & KSA FSLs) for DG and Non-DG Lenovo PCG parts.
  • Monitoring and reported service provider performance (DHL, DGF, Aramex & UPS) to Lenovo MEA leadership via O2D system.
  • Preparing and maintained O2D & O2S SLAs for all ship-to countries, covering Premier, Premier Plus, and Standard orders, ensuring Premier/Premier Plus 95% and Standard 90% compliance.
  • Managing urgent ad hoc shipments, consistently meeting timelines and achieving cost savings by securing optimal quotes from multiple service providers.
  • Preparing and analyzing Logistics Performance, Cost Savings, and Yield Rate dashboards in Power BI; delivered weekly insights to SBM team for data-driven decisions.
  • Directing weekly and bi-weekly cross-functional calls with Service Providers, Reverse Hub, Power BI, and IT teams to review KPIs, resolve issues, and implement process enhancements.
  • Overseeing IATA Dangerous Goods compliance for standalone batteries, managing DG packing and DGD certification via third-party providers, mitigating shipment risks.
  • Directing yearly PCOC registrations, securing SABER certification for all parts and SCoC for each KSA shipment, maintaining full compliance.
  • Streamlining recovery of defective parts from 27 MEA countries, tracking items aged over 30 days and ensuring timely penalty reporting to Compliance Team.
  • Educating partners on updated reverse logistics processes, driving adoption of improvements and operational efficiency.
  • Managing weekly shipments of defective parts to RH in China to optimize reverse logistics efficiency.
  • Leading FSL implementation projects in UAE and KSA, overseeing EDI integration, HS code compliance, and stock management.
  • Key role in strategic projects, including DOA units Harvesting for AE, CZ & ZA (PCG & MCG parts), optimizing parts recovery and supply chain efficiency.

Logistics Team Lead

Ingram Micro Distribution FZE
DUBAI, UAE
02.2015 - 01.2022
  • Led export and import operations at Jebel Ali FZE, overseeing customs clearance, shipment coordination, and regulatory compliance.
  • Managed customs BOE processing and gate pass issuance for UAE shipments.
  • Managed HS code classification and compliance for all IT-related products.
  • Led weekly calls with Product, IT, and Sales Operations teams to resolve operational bottlenecks and align initiatives.
  • Managed urgent ad hoc Air, Sea, and Road shipments across MEA, achieving 100% on-time delivery.
  • Implemented LEAN practices and contributed to Warehouse Management System (WMS) rollout.
  • Held weekly meetings with warehouse teams to review performance and recognize achievements.

Process Expert

Maersk Global Service Centre (I) Pvt. Ltd
CHENNAI, INDIA
01.2014 - 09.2015
  • Managed vessel routings, container tracking, and space allocation.
  • Developed low-cost routing options for operational efficiency.
  • Utilized GCSS, GSIS, MEPC, RKEM systems for shipment management.

Process Associate

RBS Business Services Pvt. Ltd
CHENNAI, INDIA
07.2012 - 12.2013
  • Handled overseas remittances (NEFT, RTGS) for corporate and retail clients.
  • Verified compliance with sanction list countries using FOL application.
  • Achieved Performer of month with zero error.

Education

Master of Business Administration - International Business & E-Commerce

ALAGAPPA UNIVERSITY
KARAIKUDI / INDIA
06.2010 - 04.2012

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Inventory management
  • Decision making abilities
  • Supply chain optimization

Languages

English
Advanced
Tamil
Native
Hindi
Intermediate
Malayalam
Intermediate

Certification

Certified in Data Analysis Using Power BI (2025)

Lean Foundations -NASBA Certification (2020)

Managing Logistics - NASBA Certification (2020)

Building Resilience - NASBA Certification (2020)

Accomplishments

  • Delivered $190K annual savings through Reverse Logistics & Packing Optimization – Lenovo
  • Drove Kaizen cost-saving initiative by consolidating a single BOE from FZE to Mainland, achieving $15K monthly ($180K annually) savings – Lenovo
  • EDI Integration & HS Code Implementation for UAE & KSA FSL Project – Lenovo
  • Directed successful 3PL FSL setups in UAE & KSA – Lenovo
  • Awarded Shining Star (Q2-2017) – Ingram Micro

Timeline

Senior Logistics Specialist

Lenovo Services B.V.
02.2022 - Current

Logistics Team Lead

Ingram Micro Distribution FZE
02.2015 - 01.2022

Process Expert

Maersk Global Service Centre (I) Pvt. Ltd
01.2014 - 09.2015

Process Associate

RBS Business Services Pvt. Ltd
07.2012 - 12.2013

Master of Business Administration - International Business & E-Commerce

ALAGAPPA UNIVERSITY
06.2010 - 04.2012

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