SYED ASAD AHMED
Sharjah,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Committed and experienced Operations & Logistics Specialist with background in business leadership, change management and business risk analysis. Interprets business needs, risks, client requirements and cost structures to increase forecasting accuracy and exceed revenue targets. Maintains smooth operations through careful oversight, priority management and workflow coordination.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sr. Shipping Operations Executive
Integrated Marine Cargo LLC
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
2015.03 - 2023.12
- Responsibilities include: processing and invoicing hire payments, collaborating with clients to resolve post-fixture issues, packing and preparing shipments, calculating estimates and providing shipment information, communicating and coordinating with stakeholders, ensuring proper filing and documentation, collaborating with higher-level management for logistics operations, communicating with other departments for workload distribution, ensuring adequate staffing, adhering to company policies and procedures, and reporting on performance and budgets.
- Kept accurate company records, upholding compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated crisis management efforts to minimise reputational damage.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by championing innovation and implementing best practices across departments.
- Provided customers with outstanding service, extending relationships for future business opportunities.
- Maintained smooth operations through careful management of office workflow and administrative processes.
- Interpreted underlying risks, business needs, client requirements and cost structures to increase forecasting accuracy.
Manager Operations / Logistics / Supply Chain
Iyad Odeh Trading LLC.
Dubai
2012.04 - 2014.09
- Iyad Odeh Trading LLC exports CRYSTAL lubricants and greases to Africa, Europe, Middle East, and Asia
- Responsibilities included: managing a team of 20 ancillary staff and commercial vehicles, managing local and export dispatches, monitoring incoming and outgoing goods, arranging transportation, managing inventory planning, coordinating with clearing agents, procuring shipping documents, routing and tracking vehicles, implementing leave plans, handling cash and utility payments, dealing with stakeholders, and handling local purchases.
Assistant Administration Manager
Al-Farooq Builders, Contractors and Developers
Karachi
2011.02 - 2012.03
- Al-Farooq Builders, Contractors and Developers offers real estate development solutions
- Responsibilities included: handling cash from banks, managing petty cash, preparing and disbursing staff salaries, legal documentation, dealing with clients, preparing and reporting funds position and cash flows.
Store In-charge
Al-Wahab Associates Builders & Developers
Karachi
2010.03 - 2011.02
- Al-Wahab Associates Builders & Developers is a real estate company
- Responsibilities included: overseeing stores, managing inventory, using ERP software, informing purchase department about re-order levels, disposing of expired and waste stock.
Accountant
International Trading Services
Karachi
2009.04 - 2010.02
- International Trading Services is a textile company
- Responsibilities included: maintaining accounts procedures, managing bank balance, managing accounts receivable and payable, cash and petty cash management, bank reconciliation, preparing profit and loss summary.
Income Auditor
Beach Luxury Hotel
Karachi
2007.02 - 2007.09
- Beach Luxury Hotel is a hospitality industry
- Responsibilities included: building sales and controlling costs, projecting and controlling profit and loss, identifying improvement opportunities, monitoring regulatory requirements.
Team Member, (F.O.H.)
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Karachi
2003.08 - 2006.09
- Kentucky Fried Chicken is an international food chain
- Responsibilities included: establishing and maintaining the Quality System, maintaining stock, inventory planning, handling and storage of materials.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Karachi
Karachi, PakistanIntermediate (FSC) - Engineering
Borad of Intermediate Education Karachi Pakistan
Karachi, Pakistan 2000.01 - 2003.03
Professional Accounting Certification - Accounting
Skill Development Council of Pakistan
Karachi, Pakistan 2010.05 - 2010.08
Skills
- Excellent communication (English / Hindi)
- Continuous learning accordingly
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Heavy multi-cultural exposure/understanding
- Customer relationship
- Thrives under pressure
- Team player
- MS Office
- Internet Browsing
- Windows
- Visual Basic
- Supply chain management
- Resource tracking and reporting
- Relationship building
- Freight and logistics expertise
Custom
With over 20 years of experience in operations, logistics, general administration, and warehousing, this professional has expertise in shipping logistics, lubricant, real estate development, and food industries. Aims to complete tasks promptly, efficiently, and effectively, using practical shortcuts, and is adept at handling day-to-day administrative activities in coordination with internal and external departments.
Personal Information
- License: Valid UAE Driving License # 1877572 - 26 Feb 2028(Light Vehicle)
- Title: Logistics & Operations Specialist
- Date of birth: 06/14/1984
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Cancelled visa
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Arabic
Beginner
Timeline
Sr. Shipping Operations Executive
Integrated Marine Cargo LLC
2015.03 - 2023.12
Manager Operations / Logistics / Supply Chain
Iyad Odeh Trading LLC.
2012.04 - 2014.09
Assistant Administration Manager
Al-Farooq Builders, Contractors and Developers
2011.02 - 2012.03
Professional Accounting Certification - Accounting
Skill Development Council of Pakistan
2010.05 - 2010.08
Store In-charge
Al-Wahab Associates Builders & Developers
2010.03 - 2011.02
Accountant
International Trading Services
2009.04 - 2010.02
Income Auditor
Beach Luxury Hotel
2007.02 - 2007.09
Team Member, (F.O.H.)
Kentucky Fried Chicken
2003.08 - 2006.09
Intermediate (FSC) - Engineering
Borad of Intermediate Education Karachi Pakistan
2000.01 - 2003.03
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Karachi