MANU KRISHNAN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in supply chain management, forecasting, and order planning. Demonstrates proficiency in handling complex logistics operations with 3PL partners and managing inventory effectively. Skilled in cost reduction strategies and adept at utilizing SAP and MS Office to streamline processes. Experienced in navigating LETTER OF CREDIT/UPC600 protocols, ensuring seamless international transactions. Committed to driving operational excellence and optimising resource allocation for enhanced business performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Logistics Manager
Hisense Middle East
Dubai, UAE
12.2022 - 12.2025
- Managing supply chain activities for Hisense-Air Conditioner and Gorenje brands across MENA region.
- Managing USD 60 million order from production to customer warehouse
- Coordinating with headquarters on production lead times and forecasting monthly shipments to meet our sales targets.
- Arranging shipments from China and Slovenia to the MENA region. Additionally, handling DDU shipments for the UAE market and ensuring prompt delivery to customers.
- Evaluating and confirming the Letters of Credit (LC) and preparing the shipment documents in accordance with LC compliance.
- Processing the Purchase Orders , Sales Orders , MIRO, and MIGO in SAP.
- Negotiating shipping rates, arranging inspections of goods, and ensuring compliance with logistics procedures.
- Coordinating with the 3PL warehouse for inbound/outbound, inventory management, and conducting monthly audits..
- Handling documentation for internal transfers between companies within the free zone.
- Continuously analyzing logistics operations to identify inefficiencies and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity.
- Evaluating the KPIs of the 3PL warehouse and taking corrective measures against deviations..
Logistics Executive
NAFFCO FZCO
Dubai
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Working closely with the sales team to prepare orders for export, ensuring that all details are in line with requirements.
- Collaborating with the warehouse team to efficiently prepare and dispatch shipments.
- Make special shipping arrangements when needed to address unique project requirements and ensure smooth deliveries.
- Arranging and conducting pre-shipment inspections such as COC (Certificate of Conformity) and TIR (Technical Inspection Report ) to meet regulatory standards.
- Negotiating freight charges with forwarders and shipping liners to secure the most competitive rates.
- Handling all shipping documentation, ensuring compliance with the terms of the Letter of Credit.
- Arranging shipping documents and obtaining certification of origin from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce.
- Responding to customer inquiries and directing them to the appropriate channels as necessary.
- Monitoring shipments to rectify any errors promptly, ensuring an uninterrupted supply chain.
- Forecasting and ensuring the timely delivery of all required project materials to meet customer demand and timelines.
- NAFFCO is a Middle East-based manufacturer of firefighting products, its business is built around fire protection engineering.
- UAE manage export shipments from Dubai to the MENA and Asia regions.
Logistics and Warehouse Supervisor
Shalimar Precision Enterprises
Johannesburg
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Review the day's orders, incoming shipments, and tasks to prioritize work.
- Coordinating with overseas vendors for the loading and confirming the new shipping documents.
- Ensured the timely delivery of documents and facilitated the clearance of import shipments
- Performing periodical stock auditing to verify actual stock against system.
- Preparing overdue stocks reports and escalating to management.
- Preparing the GRN of inbound/outbound shipments and sharing the inventory report to the management.
- Reviewing customer purchase orders and generating sales orders.
- Ensuring timely and efficient delivery of local orders.
- Directing activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking vehicles.
- Arranging repairs and routine maintenance of vehicles.
- Supervises packaging, receiving, and local distribution activities.
- Promoting safe work culture by conducting safety audits, Hazard hunt tours, and encouraging staff to identify and report any unsafe acts/observations.
- Shalimar Precision Enterprises is a specialized Automobile manufacturing solution provider that has been providing its services for over 5 decades.
Operation Executive
Serco
Mumbai, India
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Coordinating with overseas vendors to ensure smooth and timely shipment processes.
- Preparing and analyzing MIS reports to track shipment deliveries.
- Managing the creation of Letters of Credit (LC) in an ERP system.
- Working closely with shipping and customs clearance agents to ensure compliance.
- Sending regular updates on the import shipment to the warehouse team.
- Creating new shipment purchase orders in Oracle to streamline operations.
- Evaluating the Bill of Entry, HS codes, and customs duties to ensure accuracy.
- In my role as an Operations Executive at Serco, I was assigned to work with one of the company's largest clients, Bajaj Electricals, within the Supply Chain department.
Import/Export Executive
Shivam Clearing Agency (Mumbai) Private Limited
06.2015 - 05.2016
Education
MIB - Masters - International Business
Hindustan College of Arts & Sciences
Tamil Nadu, IndiaSkills
- Supply chain management
- Forecasting and order planning
- Letter of credit expertise
- Safety standards
- Cost reduction strategies
- SAP proficiency
- Microsoft Office applications
- Inventory management
- Logistics operations
PERSONAL DETAILS
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Malayalam & Tamil
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of Birth: 8 Apr 1990
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
NEBOSH IGC CERTIFICATION
CERTIFIED SUPPY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL(PURSUING)
Timeline
Assistant Logistics Manager
Hisense Middle East
12.2022 - 12.2025
Logistics Executive
NAFFCO FZCO
12.2021 - 12.2022
Logistics and Warehouse Supervisor
Shalimar Precision Enterprises
09.2017 - 05.2021
Operation Executive
Serco
05.2016 - 04.2017
Import/Export Executive
Shivam Clearing Agency (Mumbai) Private Limited
06.2015 - 05.2016
MIB - Masters - International Business
Hindustan College of Arts & Sciences