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Nisarg Kunder

Nisarg Kunder

International Trade and Compliance Expert
Mumbai,MH

Summary

  • Dynamic leader with P&L responsibilities, leading a high-performing team of 110 professionals nationwide.
  • Versatile professional with expertise in trade compliance, logistics, customs clearance, and vendor development. Skilled in implementing innovative strategies, including regional warehousing and global customs brokerage framework.
  • Efficient in documenting SOPs for international customs, inter BU collaborations, reporting, and tracking control sheet.
  • Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, achieving revenue growth, and market expansion. Dedicated to helping teams achieve company goals and seeking challenging opportunities utilizing interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive regional manager with DHL Logistics India Pvt Ltd with demonstrated operations leadership, sales planning, and personnel management strengths. Successful in energizing businesses with creative and strategic initiatives.
  • High-achieving, enterprising leader with diplomatic and persuasive communication style.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Regional Manager

DHL Logistics
Mumbai
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and executed successful business plans that resulted in improved market share and profitability within the region.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
  • Expanded regional presence by researching potential markets, developing strategic partnerships, and opening new locations.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures across the region that led to significant savings without compromising service quality or employee satisfaction.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with timely resolution of escalated issues and proactive communication on product updates.
  • Manage end-to-end import/export activities across multiple ports, ensuring regulatory compliance and duty payments.
  • Collaborate with global counterparts, CFO & MD for special approvals
  • Manage AEO certifications Customs 99 A audit readiness.
  • Staying abrest with changing rules and regulation governing the international trade.
  • KPI monitoring of all vendors and floating RFQ's.

Customs Compliance Head

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
1 2024 - 5 2024
  • Implemented new system check process that resulted in 50% increase in operational efficiency and compliance, demonstrating proactive approach to enhancing daily activities.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions

DGM - Customs Head

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Played central role in fostering synergy across diverse business units, strategically driving seamless integration of custom brokerage division thereby increasing business by 20%.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic

AGM - Customs Department

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
10.2020 - 01.2022
  • Identified and evaluated new shipment opportunities, introducing value-added services after comprehensive compliance checks, contributing to enhanced business profitability and risk management to reduce any financial and legal dispute that may arise thereby helping business grow at 5% and limit losses up to 50% of agency amount.
  • Ensured timely delivery of shipments through meticulous coordination with carriers and freight forwarders
  • Optimized internal processes by implementing new software tools for tracking shipments and monitoring compliance

Import Department Head

Jeena & Company
Mumbai
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Conducted team meetings to review shipment status and address escalations, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction to meet monthly Service Incentive Bonus(SEB)
  • Team managed to achieve 75% SEB during their full tenure.
  • Developed strong interdepartmental relationships to improve communication and collaboration across the organization
  • Evaluated employee performance and implemented improvement plans when necessary, resulting in a more skilled and productive workforce

Regional West Operations Manager

DHL Global Forwarding (I) Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
12.2016 - 08.2018
  • Spearheaded successful reintroduction of DPD (Direct Port Delivery) model, driving transformative shift in logistics efficiency numbers of consignment increase and operational cost reduction to 25%.
  • Developed robust contingency plans to ensure business continuity during unforeseen disruptions
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes

Partner

Adept Agency
Mumbai
06.2009 - 11.2016
  • Managed client relationships and coordinated with operations staff to ensure end-to-end shipment tracking and closure.
  • Business increased by 50% on account of new type of product clearance was undertaken.
  • Streamlined internal processes, fostering improved efficiency and productivity within the firm.

Education

Diploma in Custom Clearance & Freight Forwarding -

Mumbai University
Mumbai, Maharashtra
01.2012 - 06.2014

DIPLOMA IN HARDWARE AND NETWORK ENGINEERING -

JETKINGS INFOTRAIN PVT LTD
Mumbai, Maharashtra
01.2005 - 06.2007

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce -

Mumbai University
Mumbai, Maharashtra
03.2004 - 01.2006

Some College (No Degree) -

MONTREAL
Mumbai, Maharashtra
01.2007 - 07.2007

Skills

Timeline

Regional Manager

DHL Logistics
08.2024 - Current

DGM - Customs Head

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2024

AGM - Customs Department

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
10.2020 - 01.2022

Import Department Head

Jeena & Company
09.2018 - 09.2020

Regional West Operations Manager

DHL Global Forwarding (I) Pvt. Ltd.
12.2016 - 08.2018

Diploma in Custom Clearance & Freight Forwarding -

Mumbai University
01.2012 - 06.2014

Partner

Adept Agency
06.2009 - 11.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

MONTREAL
01.2007 - 07.2007

DIPLOMA IN HARDWARE AND NETWORK ENGINEERING -

JETKINGS INFOTRAIN PVT LTD
01.2005 - 06.2007

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce -

Mumbai University
03.2004 - 01.2006

Customs Compliance Head

Streamline logistics India Pvt Ltd
1 2024 - 5 2024

Projects

A) Global Customs - Streamline Logistics India Pvt Ltd, 01/2022 - 05/2024 :

This project materialized and then we started a product called Global Consultancy service added to 10% of the existing companies Gp. 


B) FTWZ - Streamline Logistics India Pvt Ltd, 01/2022 - 05/2024 :

Change in marketing strategy and collaboration has increased the business 10 times of the past years performance. 


C) Digital efficiency - Jeena and Co., 05/2019, 12/2018 : 

Software testing for 6 Months to improve productivity and eliminate duplication of entries.


D) Direct Port Delivery - DHL Global Forwarding (I) Pvt Ltd, 12/2016, 02/2017 :

Meeting the JNCH Customs along with our Major clients Like Skoda , Vw , Danfoss and along with the hiren Ruparel BCBA representative found solutions to the large clients problem of storage. Also helping the CFS after which new Public notice was issued where the OOC containers were allowed to be stored in Non Bonded area of the CFS now termed as DPD CFS model.

Nisarg KunderInternational Trade and Compliance Expert