Have extensive international trading experience overseeing African, SE Asian and European markets for the company. Leading the logistics function for the company in an ever changing landscape over a decade and half has been an invaluable experience. Share close relationship with almost all top shipping lines in the world. Handling over 20000 TEU containers annually to around 80 countries has given a good comprehension of container lines, freight movements and factors affecting it. In addition to Logistics also overseeing Sales of over 100 million dollars annually in the above mentioned markets. The combined roles of Logistics and Sales has given a good perspective of the uniqueness and risks involved in each market. Working with banks has given an intricate understanding of trade finance and its nuances. Close relationships with Shipping lines has given a very in-depth perspective of their functioning.Was responsible for setting up a comprehensive support and management service backbone for Singapore based parent company. The Bangalore (India) office now provides sourcing, sales and marketing, supply chain and administrative support to the company. In the current COVID era and definitely in the post COVID Era this set up provides the organisation a superlative edge. Gears the organisation to effortlessly scale up.
Listed skills include International Sales, Business Development, International Trade, International Business, and 6 others.