Accounting, Tax & Corporate Secretarial Consultant. Experienced Analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the Logistics, Shipping and Transportation industry. Skilled in Analytical Skills and preparation, experience in Management Accounting. Strong Business Development professional skilled in Business Process, Analytical Skills, Management, and Mergers &Acquisitions. A track record for consistently combining financial leadership with sound business practices to position companies for long-term growth and profitability.We provide accounting, business advisory, corporate secretarial, tax compliance & planning services to both domestic and foreign clients. As Chartered Accountants of Singapore and Tally Certified Advisors, we can offer you real-time collaboration and implement cloud accounting using cloud infrastructure like Drop Box or Google Drive to enhance your productivity, reduce your cost of doing business and guarantee you a piece of mind all at the same time. We have been around for 15 years and believe in offering personalise service to the SME market with a small and dedicated team to back our Motto, “You Punch, while we Crunch your numbers”.

Developed business to provide competitive and cost-effective local and international freight-forwarding solutions to clients from varied industries. Understood competitive landscape of customers’ business across the globe and aligned resources to develop appropriate Land, Ocean (CTR) and Air Freight solutions. Managed P&L and revenue growth. Provided strategic direction and operational leadership for the safe, efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods including project cargoes, out of gauge (OOG) and bulk parcels. Led sales & marketing, customer on boarding, rate negotiations, operational execution of shipments and team performance management. Developed logistics procurement strategies based on customer requirements and market trends. Identified synergies among all locations to drive productivity and implement best practices. • Achieved the highest level of profits via strategic product development, cost controls, productivity improvements and revenue growth. Effectively led and managed operations, customer service and finance functions. • Gained excellent reputation for offering niche logistics services for customers originating from Afghanistan and Pakistan.• Developed specialisation for trading in special equipment for the shipping industry.

A Freight Consultant for hire with deep experience in Cross Border Logistics & International Trade. A 100% hands-on approach to problem solving honed over 20+ years. Harnessing the power of technology, I ensure that shipping and freight procedures are digitised to save on operational cost helping companies move up the value chain. I work with customers from both sides of the table, be it Cargo Owners or Cross Border Logistic service providers wanting to benefit from the current digital wave and how they can cut through the clutter and fine tune their Sales & Operations. To connect with me just call me (+6590283024) or email me Abbas@LS.com.sg

Conceptualised and built business to provide clients with end-to-end logistics and freight on board (FOB) solutions for up to 75 countries worldwide. Leveraged extensive industry knowledge, established international network and business acumen to develop, price and launch freight forwarding, cargo insurance and dangerous good shipment products and solutions. Led overall operations performance, creating a cost-effective, profitable and productive supply chain service. Crafted logistics strategy, leading freight & logistics procurement activities and developing multi-country agency relationships. Negotiated complex logistics contracts’ transportation rates and services with compliance to contract law and trade regulations. Ensured clients received world class service. • Raised thousands of dollars in a single seed round and gained a significant strategic investment on strength of business pitch and vision for developing and launching a logistics marketplace. • Established and grew a lean team with 5 Tech/Development professionals and a 6-member Sales workforce across 3 countries.• Jump started business via identification and closing contracts with 5 pilot SME customers to move up to 20% of their monthly international shipping volumes via Freightkart.com. Resolved identified operational and online product issues during trial period and successfully scaled business with tested product in a live customer transaction environment. • Originated partnerships with and on-boarded 50 vendors offering international freight services as well as door to door services in 20 countries. • Launched Freightkart services in India, Thailand the UAE via a successful joint venture with an Indian freight company and marketing partnerships with local freight operators in Thailand and the UAE.

Provided strategic and tactical leadership in all facets of the division such as revenue growth, P&L management, operational performance, documentation, administration, continuous process improvements and team development. Created and executed logistics strategies for global projects and cross trade management. Set strategy for new market penetration including countries of entry, destination agent selection, operational standards and methods. Procured services at the highest quality and the best cost to provide world class services to clients. Provided commercial team support by enabling new market penetration, optimising sales channels and helping articulate the company’s value proposition. Developed and implemented regulatory reporting and SOPs. Monitored market trends and regulation changes and proactively communicated impacts. Empowered team members through effective coaching, training and mentoring. • Captured 20% year-on-year growth via a 100% increase in the customer base and consistent achievement of sales targets. • Achieved 30% increase in EBITDA by identifying and stopping low/non-performing trade lane cargo carriage. • Increased revenue via development of new shipping trade lanes, closing long-term business contracts and exploring and capturing other revenue growth models. • Spearheaded China to East Africa trade lane movement as well as Germany to Asia Consol Box Movement.• Pioneered establishment of the Project Logistics Division which successfully concluded shipments for 8 projects annually.

• Development Of New Shipping Trade Lanes & Other Revenue Models.• Global Project’s & Cross Trade Management.• Appointment Of Worldwide Agents & Development Of Profitable Business Transactions On Long Term Basis.

Held direct P&L responsibility for all business activities and supported operational strategies to deliver industry-leading service. Drove the sales and marketing function to achieve revenue and growth objectives within the company’s portfolio of logistics solutions and services. Executed sales strategy to secure new business customers while gathering customer and market information to update Product and Trade Lane on current conditions. Built relationships at all levels and effectively represented the company.• Identified and developed new customer segments in the Indian subcontinent and South East Asian countries with Singapore-based traders.

MANAGER LOGISTICSWWW.Baazee.Com: Baazee.Com (Now EBay India) Is A Person-To-Person Trading Community,An Online Auction House Where Anyone Can Sell Or Buy Almost Anything, Anytime.Key Performance Areas• Developing & Implementing An IT Module For B2B & C2C Transactions From Scratch: -Ø Data Related To The Products Procured For Auction To Be Uploaded & Enlisted On The Site.Ø Implementation Of Logistic Processes For B2B & C2C Transactions.Ø Development & Execution Of Process Flows For Online Payments.Ø Integration Of System Procedures Between Content Capture, Order Procedure & Fulfilment.Ø Defining User Acceptance Criteria For Customer Solutions.Significant Achievements• Reduced The Order Processing Turn Around Time By Developing An IT Module For B2C & C2C Transactions Right From Order Confirmation To Fulfilment.• Received A Good Work Reward From The Management For Developing & Implementing An IT Module For Facilitating B2C & C2C Transaction For Logistics & E-Payments

Elbee Services Ltd: Service Collaborator Of United Parcel Service- (UPS).Career Path:Jan’98 To Jun’00: ASSISTANT MANAGER-CORPORATE MARKETING & CUST. SERV.Key Performance Areas• Implementation Of Elbeenet.Com Logistic Solutions For Introducing E-Logistics In Indian Market For Enhancing E-Business.• Analysing Latest Market Trends & Requirements For Improving & Expanding The Existing Product Line.• Handling The Positioning & Promotion Of Specific Products Like Elbee Express, Elbee Business Express, International Express & Maxival.• Conceptualising & Implementing Promotional Activities, Various Schemes, and Discounts & Visibility Plans For Creating Product Awareness.• Strengthening The Distribution/Retail Network For Market Expansion.• Regulating Incentive Schemes For Motivating The Sales Team & Monitoring The Performance Levels For Achieving Business Targets.Significant Achievements• Successfully Launched Elbeenet.Com Logistics Solutions For E-Business In India With Unique Services Like Cash On Delivery & Freight On Delivery Etc.• Re-launched & Revived The Market For Maxival Services, A Retail Courier Services Increasing The Off-Take In Retail Outlets By 200% Within First Two Months Itself.• Expanded The Retail Network By Appointing 200 Outlets Across India, 64 Being Opened In Mumbai Itself.• Awarded A Certificate Of Appreciation For Playing An Integral Part In Launching Of Elbeenet.Com.Jun’95 To Dec’97 : Joined As CORPORATE EXECUTIVE & Promoted To ASSISTANT MANAGER - INFORMATION CELLKey Performance Areas• Overseeing The Activities Of Information Cell Department Including Back Office Support & Customer Service For Achieving Business Excellence.• Monitoring The Performance & Service Levels Of Different Regions & It’s Channel Partners.• Setting Up Guidelines For Maintaining Service Standards.• Designing Customised Logistics Solutions For Key Clients Like Godrej, Rediff.Com & Wipro.