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Abhijeet A Hinge
Pune
Summary
A knowledgeable Professional in the field of Exim, Logistics and International Business. Seeking a position to utilize my skills and abilities in an esteemed organization while being resourceful.
A positive and motivated individual, I am committed to providing consistently better results in a dynamic and interesting learning environment in which one can grow and develop. I am familiar with Exim landscape & activities, and I keep updates on top latest resources and developments within the industry. I am passionate about international business. My knowledge, skills and experience make me the perfect person for this position. I would be an asset to your company and would respect the opportunity to assist in the development and progression of your organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager Exim
FIAT India Automobiles Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Knowledgeable Manager with expertise in Exim, Logistics and International Business. Drives improvements in Import operation activities and enhances service provider communications to support operational excellence. Commits to continuous learning and industry updates, contributing to organisational growth.
- Overseeing and managing the end-to-end import operations from USA,Mexico,Italy,Brazil, China, Japan,Korea,Thailand for Air, Ocean - FCL,LCL.
- Coordinating international shipments, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing customs clearance, optimizing transportation costs, and maintaining smooth supply chain operations.
- Coordinate with customs brokers for: Correct HS classification ,Duty optimization
Valuation compliance. - Monitor changes in: Import duty structures, Trade agreements
- Manage freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines, and transport providers.
- Daily operations monitoring including DPD-DPD FCL deliveries, Air clearance & LCL movment via CFS's.
- Forthnightly Custom deferred duty payment & regular Stamp duty payment monitoring and ensuring compliance
- Managment of Scrips both inhouse and outside purchase.
- Applicable SIMS, BIS, Restricted category - Tyre, WPC ensuring availability & application in the import declarations
- Managment of FTA benefits, CEPA and availment of applicable monetory gains while importing from various countries
- Providing support to compliance & IDT team in formulating replies to Customs
Deputy Manager
Wirtgen India Pvt Ltd (A John-Deere Group Company)
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Assisted in planning and coordinating international logistics operations.
- Aligned shipments with production schedules and dealer demand.
- Coordinated with global suppliers and OEM partners.
- Tracked shipment milestones such as ETD, ETA, and clearance timelines.
- Collaborated with production planning, procurement, and warehouse teams to prevent material shortages.
- Handled urgent air shipments for critical components.
- Supported negotiations for ocean freight, air freight, and inland transport contracts.
- Optimised container utilisation for CKD kits.
- Controlled demurrage and detention charges.
- Monitored landed costs of vehicles and components.
- Assisted after-sales and service network supply.
Chief Deputy Manager
VOLKSWAGEN INDIA PVT LTD
03.2011 - 11.2019
- Assisted in managing return to vendor (RTV) activities.
- Coordinated with the manager to develop and implement policies that improved operations
- Prepared debit notes and communicated with relevant suppliers.
- Conducted parts valuations and monitored claims status.
- Supported cost and benefit analysis initiatives.
- Generated and shared daily and weekly management information system (MIS) reports.
- Distributed monthly reports to upper management.
- Maintained key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Tracked the realisation of debit notes.
- Shared frequent issues faced with suppliers.
- Worked as a Jr. Officer Logistics and progressed till Chief Deputy Manager in Logistics Exim planning. Oversee documentation such as: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate
- Ensure audit-ready documentation.
- responsible for handling day-to-day import operations, documentation, shipment tracking, and coordination with customs brokers, freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal departments.
- Coordinate with CHA for smooth customs clearance. Monitor duty payment and clearance timelines. Resolve documentation discrepancies.
- Check invoices from freight forwarders and customs agents.
- Maintain shipment tracking sheet. Prepare weekly/monthly import reports.
- Maintain proper document filing for audits.
Education
M.B.A. - Production and Materials Management
Pune University
Pune01.2010
M.Sc. - Polymer Science
N. Wadia College
PuneSkills
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Team facilitation
- Eagerness to learn
- Problem solving
- Punctuality
- Organizational skills
- Import-export documentation expertise
- International logistics knowledge
- Shipping line operations
- Airline functions
- Freight forwarder roles
- Customs house agent functions
- Port operations
- Customs clearance processes
- Compliance management
- Pre- and post-shipment document handling
- Strategic shipment planning
- Transportation management
- Detention charge avoidance
- Service provider payment execution
- Supply chain cost tracking
- Management reporting
- Request for quotation handling
- Global contract management
- Independent business communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- Advanced Certificate Program in International Trade ( ACPIT)
- Advanced Excel
- Train the trainer
- Problem Solving & time managment
Accomplishments
- Export Triangulation Project with Maersk and Hapag Lloyd; provided VW’s import containers after unloading cargo to Bajaj Auto for their export stuffing, saving one complete transport trip; used VW import container for VW Group’s export parts and components business.
- Import Container Utilization Project; liaised with CKD resident for taking measures to increase container utilization and with packaging team to take measures to reduce transport cost
Interests
Languages
Marathi
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Manager Exim
FIAT India Automobiles Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Deputy Manager
Wirtgen India Pvt Ltd (A John-Deere Group Company)
11.2019 - 10.2022
Chief Deputy Manager
VOLKSWAGEN INDIA PVT LTD
03.2011 - 11.2019
M.B.A. - Production and Materials Management
Pune University
M.Sc. - Polymer Science
N. Wadia College