ABDUL RISHAD
Logistics Executive
Manama
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with proven expertise at Fast Global Freight Services WLL in optimizing transportation strategies and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in logistics analysis and adept at building strong vendor relationships, I excel in negotiating favorable rates and ensuring compliance with international regulations, driving cost savings and timely deliveries.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Logistics Executive
Fast Global Freight Services WLL
09.2021 - 07.2025
- Liaising with the internal team and overseas agents for freight rates.
- Coordinating with overseas agents and shipping lines for timely delivery.
- Processing import and export documentation.
- Coordinated international shipments, navigating complex customs requirements and ensuring compliance with import/export regulations.
- Preparing various import, export, and supplier forms for customs submissions.
- Monitoring and controlling transportation and storage costs, negotiating favorable rates with customers and carriers.
- Coordinating with shipping and transport companies on behalf of customers.
- Responding to customers' inquiries and referring clients to the proper channels.
- Making special shipping arrangements, if necessary.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and delivery documentation promptly.
- Negotiated with vendors to acquire favorable rates, and minimize costs to the company.
- Reviewed customer orders regularly to ensure the accuracy of the order fulfillment process.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify opportunities for improving the efficiency of shipment processes.
- Maintained up-to-date records on shipments, including tracking numbers and delivery dates.
Logistics Coordinator
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
03.2014 - 09.2020
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods, minimizing stockouts.
- Developed relationships with key vendors, securing preferential treatment in pricing and terms negotiation.
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
- Optimized transportation strategies by analyzing route performance data and adjusting plans accordingly.
- Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
- Reviewing, preparing, and routing shipments.
- Ensuring the safe and timely pick-up and delivery of shipments.
- Monitoring shipments, costs, timelines, and productivity.
- Tracks, traces, and updates the status of shipments.
- Ensuring that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.
Procurement Assistant
Hampton Qatar
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring orders and addressing any delays or discrepancies promptly.
- Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
- Maintained monthly procurement plan to support timely supply and delivery of quality supplies and equipment.
- Monitored payments by closely comparing purchase orders and contracts to delivered services and inputs.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Examined invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with clients and co-workers.
- Established strong relationships within industry networks to stay informed about updates in regulations or technology advancements that may impact procurement decisions.
Education
MBA - MBA In Logistics And Shipping Management
Vels Institute Of Management Studies
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 04.2001 -
BBA - Bachlor of Business Administration
Global Educational Management Studies
Calicut,Kerala, INDIA 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Logistics analysis
Warehouse management
Transportation logistics
Reverse logistics
Logistics Documentation management
Shipping coordination
Customer service
Logistics coordination
Shipment tracking
Freight handling
Shipment coordination
Timeline
Logistics Executive
Fast Global Freight Services WLL
09.2021 - 07.2025
Logistics Coordinator
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
03.2014 - 09.2020
Procurement Assistant
Hampton Qatar
01.2014 - 03.2014
MBA - MBA In Logistics And Shipping Management
Vels Institute Of Management Studies
04.2001 -
BBA - Bachlor of Business Administration
Global Educational Management Studies
04.2001 -