Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Ocean and Air imports and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Ocean Imports Customer Services Executive
AJ Worldwide Ocean Imports
Chennai
08.2022 - 01.2023
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Managed the complete import shipment lifecycle from initiation at origin to final customer delivery, ensuring strict adherence to Incoterms and delivery timelines.
Spearheaded customs clearance preparation, generating timely arrival notices and meticulously verifying all shipment documentation (MBL/HBL, Commercial Invoice, Packing List) against customs standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinated the swift release of goods by liaising with carriers, customs, and governmental agencies, actively managing the process for required examinations or holds.
Maintained proactive, daily communication with overseas offices and agents to provide advanced notice of shipments, confirm details, and resolve potential pre-alert discrepancies.
Provided essential shipment visibility to stakeholders by obtaining broker and customer information and actively tracking and tracing cargo to communicate real-time arrival dates and times.
Air Imports Customer Service Executive
Core Freight Logistics
Chennai
05.2023 - Current
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Air Freight Operations and Strategy
Managed and executed end-to-end Air Import operations, leveraging industry knowledge to ensure speed, security, and cost-effectiveness for clients.
Developed and implemented internal processes to design optimized air transportation solutions that meet specific budget requirements and delivery demands.
Established and maintained robust quality control to verify each shipment's regulatory adherence, ensuring no cargo moves unless all government requirements are accomplished.
Transportation and Cost Strategy
Designed and implemented cost-saving and efficiency strategies as a non-asset-based logistics provider, continually identifying opportunities to optimize supply chain performance.
Cultivated relationships with third-party carriers, negotiating competitive rates and quality service while mandating proper insurance and retaining operating authorities for all logistics partners.
Managed the carrier vetting process to ensure a high standard of service and compliance within the trucking and ground transportation network.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
LOYOLA COLLEGE MADRAS UNIVERSITY, Chennai
06.2016 - 07.2019
MBA - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY, Chennai
06.2019 - 07.2021
MBA - SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND MARKETING
SAVEETHA UNIVERSITY , Chennai
11.2020 - 06.2023
Skills
Talent management
Purchasing
Team leadership
Leadership/communication skills
Supply chain management
Communication skills
Cost reductions
Budget allocation
Tools and Technologies
MS Office
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
CragoWise
DocuSign
Certification
CargoWise
Accomplishments
Best Employee of the Quarter - Q1-2025
Timeline
Air Imports Customer Service Executive - Core Freight Logistics
05.2023 - Current
Ocean Imports Customer Services Executive - AJ Worldwide Ocean Imports
08.2022 - 01.2023
SAVEETHA UNIVERSITY - MBA, SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND MARKETING
11.2020 - 06.2023
PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY - MBA, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
06.2019 - 07.2021
LOYOLA COLLEGE MADRAS UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Arts, Commerce
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