SAMEER MANE

Strategic and achievement-driven supply chain leader with 24+ years of expertise in Domestic & International Logistics, Export–Import Operations, Warehousing & Distribution, Global Trade Compliance, and SAP-enabled business processes. Proven track record in optimizing freight, driving OTIF delivery performance, implementing SAP (OTC, P2P, MM, WM, Logistics), reducing duty costs, scaling warehouses, and enhancing EXIM efficiency across Asia, Europe, Middle East & Africa. Recognized with multiple awards including Special Project with Impact Award (2022), GST Audit Award (2023), Special Project Award (2024), and Value Chain Excellence Awards (2012, 2017, 2019) for outstanding contributions in logistics, compliance, and process excellence. Spearheaded SCAN-based operations implementation and modern trade process streamlining, driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency improvements. Adept at managing high-volume shipments (~7,000 per month), multi-location warehouses, cross-border trade, and 3PL operations while ensuring compliance with DGFT, GST, SCOMET, and international trade laws. Recognized as a cost optimizer, people leader, and system transformer who consistently delivers efficiency, compliance, and profitability improvements.

• OTIF Improvement: Consistently achieved >95% OTIF delivery through process optimization, proactive vendor coordination, and performance tracking.
• Process Excellence: Led SAP implementations (OTC, P2P, MM, WM, G3 upgrade) and TMS rollout, enabling end-to-end digital transformation in logistics & EXIM operations.
• Logistics Optimization: Handled 7,000+ monthly shipments; reduced freight costs year-on-year through vendor negotiations and route optimization.
• EXIM Success: Managed exports/imports across Asia, Europe, Middle East & Africa; secured duty savings worth ₹1 Cr (2015) and consistently maximized DGFT incentives including RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, and Advance Licenses.
• Warehouse Transformation: Successfully transitioned and scaled warehouses (60,000 sq. ft. → 100,000 sq. ft.), optimized pallet utilization, and reduced detention costs.
• People Leadership: Built and led high-performing logistics & EXIM teams; mentored cross-functional members, instilled performance culture, and improved retention & morale.
• Compliance Leadership: Ensured 100% adherence to DGFT, GST, and Customs regulations; managed GST audits and obtained SCOMET certification.
• Recognition & Awards: Special Project with Impact Award (2022), GST Audit Award (2023), Special Project Award (2024), Value Chain Excellence Awards (2012, 2017, 2019).
• Innovation & Process Improvements: Implemented SCAN-based operations improving accuracy, visibility, and turnaround time; Streamlined Modern Trade process enhancing compliance, faster order fulfillment, and stronger retailer collaboration.