Patrick Bez
Dubai Sports City
Summary
Results-driven logistics and supply chain professional with extensive experience in airfreight, pricing strategy, and business development. Proven ability to lead teams, drive operational efficiency, and implement process improvements to enhance profitability and service quality. Adept at stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and optimizing air logistics operations. Strong leadership and analytical skills, with a track record of success in managing high-value logistics operations across diverse markets.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
National Pricing Manager
Kuehne + Nagel Ltd.
Dubai
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and executed pricing strategies to enhance profitability while maintaining competitive market positioning.
- Led a national team, optimizing pricing processes and leveraging regional expertise for collaborative success.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, including vendors, overseas offices, and internal sales teams, to support business growth.
Key Account Manager
Simba Dickie Group
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Achieved $15 million in annual sales, driving 6.5% year-over-year growth in APAC and UK markets.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth.
- Conducted strategic sales negotiations and identified new opportunities to expand market share.
Airfreight Manager Export - Europe
KUEHNE + NAGEL Ltd.
Hong Kong
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Managed airfreight operations, ensuring sustained growth and enhanced efficiency
- Led and developed a team of 13, ensuring high performance through training and process optimization.
- Spearheaded client engagement initiatives, delivering tailored logistics solutions and increasing customer satisfaction.
Supervisor Airfreight Export
KUEHNE + NAGEL
Frankfurt, Germany
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Led a team of 9 specialists, ensuring smooth export operations and compliance with global standards.
- Supported clients in implementing tailored logistics processes, improving efficiency and service quality.
- Monitored performance against KPIs, optimizing operational workflows.
Project Coordinator–Fair&Events, Projects,Military
Kuehne + Nagel
Frankfurt, Germany
05.2011 - 01.2016
- Led high-impact logistics projects, including disaster relief charter flights for Nepal (2015) and the Philippines (2013).
- esigned and implemented supply chain solutions for government and private sector clients.
- Managed end-to-end coordination of complex logistics operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
Education
Bachelors Professional - Transport Management & Operations
FRANKFURT CHAMBER OF INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE (CCI)
04.2017
Qualified Forwarding Merchant - Logistics
VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE JULIUS-LEBERSCHULE
05.2009
Skills
- Air Logistics & Freight Forwarding
- Pricing Strategy & Revenue Growth
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Process Transformation & Automation
- Team Leadership & Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Operational Efficiency & Cost Management
- Data Analytics & Performance Monitoring
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Filipino
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
National Pricing Manager
Kuehne + Nagel Ltd.
12.2022 - Current
Key Account Manager
Simba Dickie Group
01.2021 - 12.2022
Airfreight Manager Export - Europe
KUEHNE + NAGEL Ltd.
07.2017 - 12.2021
Supervisor Airfreight Export
KUEHNE + NAGEL
01.2016 - 06.2017
Project Coordinator–Fair&Events, Projects,Military
Kuehne + Nagel
05.2011 - 01.2016
Bachelors Professional - Transport Management & Operations
FRANKFURT CHAMBER OF INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE (CCI)
Qualified Forwarding Merchant - Logistics
VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE JULIUS-LEBERSCHULE
Extra Curricular Activities
- Football
- PADI Scuba Diving Instructor
- Long Distance Running
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