HUSSAM AL KANAANI

• Coordinated international shipments ensuring on-time delivery.
• Managed full shipping documentation cycle (BOL, AWB, Packing List, COO, CI).
• Collaborated with vendors to maintain PO compliance and reduce delivery delays.
• Supported customs clearance for regulated materials.
• Tracked vendor performance and reported logistics metrics.

Supported processing of UNDP customs clearance requests by drafting official letters in collaboration with the administrative officer to MOFA and gathering all necessary shipment documents, including packing lists, pro forma invoices, and certificates of origin. Followed up daily with MOFA to obtain shipment reference numbers sent to Iraqi ministries for confirmation of acceptance and to secure approval from the General Commission of Taxation for the respective shipments. Coordinated with end-users to obtain official acceptance letters for submission to MOF, followed by tracking MOF approvals for customs clearance. Liaised with the General Customs Commission to secure customs clearance approvals for shipments. Managed overlapping cases by actively following up with various Iraqi ministries throughout the day. Conducted in-person visits to ports of entry as needed to facilitate UNDP shipments. Coordinated with the traffic department to ensure registration of UNDP vehicles after securing all original documents and related shipment clearances. Assisted in obtaining Ministry of Interior residency department approvals for visas for UNDP international staff holding national passports.

Coordinated transport operations by managing 5 supervisors, 56 drivers, and 50 helpers. Supported distribution of missions based on client requirements. Assisted in planning and directing project activities. Created financial studies for projects and issued invoices to clients. Maintained attendance records for staff and scheduled regular vehicle maintenance. Conducted weekly meetings with clients and provided quotations. Monitored all drivers' and vehicles' documents and badges. Audited vehicles according to HSE requirements and verified badge validity. Utilized IFMS system for tracking and reporting. Conducted field audits at client locations.

Oversaw expatriate management processes, ensuring seamless coordination of travel and medical arrangements. Directed communication with stakeholders to secure necessary work permits and documentation. Supported project managers in the effective deployment of local guards across all rig sites and convoys.

Managed end-to-end shipping operations from order receipt to final site delivery, including operational, financial, and reporting functions.

Coordinated vessel arrivals, discharge operations, and delivery order collection with port authorities and shipping lines.

Executed full customs clearance process (MCD registration, inspection preparation, customs release, and port exit planning).

Planned truck allocation and coordinated multi-truck dispatch for inspection and cargo release.

Monitored shipment progress and maintained daily tracking reports for ongoing and pending shipments.

Communicated shipment status, risks, and issues to project managers and stakeholders.

Prepared cost sheets, close-out documentation, and ensured accurate financial booking (BLU system).

Maintained organized electronic and physical documentation records for all projects.

Ensured timely renewal of temporary imports and compliance documentation.

Supported project cash flow forecasting and documentation quality control.