KHUSHBU RAJ GUPTA
Gurgaon
Summary
Results-driven trade operations leader with over 14 years of hands-on experience managing end-to-end logistics and execution for agri-commodities, coal, and containerized cargo across global markets. Proven track record in dry bulk and container shipping, contract execution and international supply chain optimization. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, negotiating high-value contracts, resolving disputes, and delivering operational excellence under high-pressure conditions. Brings deep expertise in trade compliance and vendor management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Maritime Operations
BHP
11.2023 - Current
- Monitor team performance and implement continuous improvements, focusing on automation and cost-saving initiatives.
- Optimize workflows and review maritime operations policies and procedures.
- Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders, troubleshooting, and making strategic decisions.
- Align financial controls with company policies and ensure compliance with SLAs.
- Maintain process documentation and manage contract settlement KPIs.
- Mentor and inspire team members to achieve organizational goals.
Senior Manager Operations
Stratico Resources Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed contractual terms negotiations, arranged signed copies to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated with shippers, buyers, agents, and surveyors for seamless execution.
- Issuance of invoices and timely payments.
- Finalized letters of credit (LCs) & issuance of shipping documents.
- Prepared various reports & analytical data.
Contract & Dispute Manager
Maersk Line
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Led the team in preparing tender documents, coordinating with sales and pricing teams for quotation.
- supervising team for end to end execution.
- Managed new platform launches, performance management, and cross-trainings.
- Reduced disputes, improved turnaround times, and managed external business expectations.
Associate Team Lead
Bunge India Pvt Limited
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Managed end-to-end supply chain logistics for pulses, grains, and cotton sourced from Brazil, Argentina, the USA, and Canada.
- Collaborated closely with global suppliers to ensure smooth execution of shipments; verified critical documentation and Surveyor Certificates.
- Issued commercial invoices, LOIs, and maintained comprehensive trade summaries.
- Streamlined operational processes to reduce turnaround times and improved working capital efficiency.
Senior Executive-Operations
KCT Group-Imported Coal Division
04.2011 - 02.2016
- Drafting and arranging signed copy of contracts with suppliers and buyers.
- Vetting & negotiation of clean workable Letter of Credit.
- Scrutinized import documents and ensured compliance with LC terms.
- Coordinated vessel nominations, shipping instructions for smooth operations with CHAs and freight forwarders.
- Ensuring timely payments & followups.
- Releasing delivery orders & record keeping of coal stock at various ports.
Education
Diploma - Supply Chain Management
MIT
12-2020
MBA - Operations Management
Sikkim Manipal University
10-2015
Skills
- Trade Execution (Coal, Agri, Containerized Cargo)
- ERP & TMS Systems (SAP, Power BI, Salesforce, Oracle)
- GAFTA / FOSFA / SCOTA Contract Handling
- Dry Bulk & Container Shipping Operations
- Supply Chain & Logistics Strategy
- Warehouse, Port & Terminal Coordination
- Risk Mitigation & Dispute Resolution
- Cross-border Trade Compliance
- Vendor & Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Team Leadership & Performance Optimization
Timeline
Lead Maritime Operations
BHP
11.2023 - Current
Senior Manager Operations
Stratico Resources Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 10.2023
Contract & Dispute Manager
Maersk Line
10.2019 - 07.2021
Associate Team Lead
Bunge India Pvt Limited
03.2016 - 09.2019
Senior Executive-Operations
KCT Group-Imported Coal Division
04.2011 - 02.2016
Diploma - Supply Chain Management
MIT
MBA - Operations Management
Sikkim Manipal University
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