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United Arab Emirates

 Negotiating with shipping companies and freight forwarders for getting the best freight for exports & imports. Planning supply chain schedules in advance in preparation for busy seasonal periods. Verifying L/C, TT, CAD and DA documents before submitting them to the bank.  Coordinating with suppliers and transporting companies in Europe, USA, Australia and Far East to ensure departure and arrival of goods within the required time frame. Maintaining accurate records of products, contracts, pricing and invoicing information. Obtaining quotes for transportation and also making cost comparisons. Track all shipments and update ETA to warehouse and sales team. Monitoring and analysing the overall performance of the distribution and warehouse team. Arranging cargo inspection through inspection companies such as Bureau Veritas, SGS, Intertek. Coordinating with insurance companies for getting compensation for damaged or lost items. Point of contact between sales and suppliers in the development of delivery plan. Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather, and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors. Verifying all invoice from suppliers, freight forwarders and submitting the same to account department for payment process.

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

 Verified allocation of custom duties and other related expenses. Managed & supervised cross trade shipments, BL amendment, switch B/L and manifest amendments. Coordinated with suppliers to speed up overseas loading process. Provided Bill of Lading details to the shipping company as per the customer’s requirement. Continually reviewed process and identified cost, time and process efficiencies where possible. Prepared marine cargo insurances online as per L/C terms & conditions.

Ajman, United Arab Emirates

 Conducted research via trade publication, the Internet, catalogues, and trade shows to identify potential suppliers. Generated purchase orders for all overseas suppliers and verified all shipping documents before the shipment to avoid amendment charges from shipping lines and fines from customs. Obtained Certificate of Origin & Health Certificates from Chamber of Commerce and Health Authority for export shipments. Shaped the long-term strategy of procurement and maintained a balance of overall supply/demand requirements. Built and nurtured positive external relationships with Vendors & Suppliers. Facilitated the company purchase liaison between the suppliers and various international vendors. Responding to complaints from customers and give after-sales support when requested. Coordinate sales team by managing schedules, filing important documents and communicating relevant information.