Praveen R
Cochin
Summary
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated professional with 17 years of experience in air export operations and freight forwarding for multinational firms. Skilled in optimizing supply chain processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate competitive rates, and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising service quality. Known for strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction in fast-paced global environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Air Export Manager
Expeditors International India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
02.2010 - Current
- Review and support with day-to-day quotations.
- Support the product by checking local charges and agreement quotes.
- Have a thorough knowledge of the air export product, including operations, gateway, and pricing knowledge.
- Plan and support with huddles and monthly meetings to discuss and delegate workloads within the team.
- Attend the weekly branch sales meeting, and facilitate discussions on air exports with market updates and trends.
- Take an active role in the transition of new business/ updates to existing business.
- Grow department revenue in line with district budget targets and management expectations.
- Supporting BNP, AJAX, CLH, and internal financial reports to ensure that the Air Export department is showing clean financial accounting throughout all financial reports.
- Maintain a positive relationship with the Trade Compliance Manager, and support all compliance efforts and training.
- Be open to implementing new system changes, and enhance department productivity.
- Review and conduct staff appraisals and one-on-one meetings timely, in line with the 2+1 Initiative.
- Map and understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency to offer customers better cycle times and service, as well as controlling costs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and carriers.
Sales Executive
Cargomar India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
04.2009 - 01.2010
- Developed client relationships to enhance sales opportunities.
- Managed customer accounts, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from potential customers about product features or pricing plans.
- Identified new potential Customers and developed plans for securing the Business.
Education
MBA - Marketing & Supply Chain Management
JPR Engineering College
Chennai06-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Commerce
Dr. G.R.Damodharan College of Arts & Science
Coimbatore06-2004
High School Diploma -
Bhavans Vidya Mandir
Elamakkara03-1991
Skills
- Air export operations
- Pricing strategy
- Compliance management
- Vendor & Carrier relations
- Customer relationship management
Languages
English
Elementary (A2)
A2
Tamil
Elementary (A2)
A2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Malayalam
Native
Native
Certification
IATA Certification
Accomplishments
Attained several awards within Expeditors for exceeding customer expectations while executing various projects
Timeline
Air Export Manager
Expeditors International India Pvt Ltd
02.2010 - Current
Sales Executive
Cargomar India Pvt Ltd
04.2009 - 01.2010
MBA - Marketing & Supply Chain Management
JPR Engineering College
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Commerce
Dr. G.R.Damodharan College of Arts & Science
High School Diploma -
Bhavans Vidya Mandir