SUBHASH RAJKUMAR
Shipping Professional
Navi Mumbai
Summary
Seasoned shipping and logistics professional with over 30 years of leadership experience, currently heading port operations for Hapag-Lloyd across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Proven expertise in vessel planning, terminal operations, customs compliance, inland logistics, vendor management, and cost optimization. Known for value-based leadership, operational excellence, and building high-performing, cross-functional teams that align with global standards.
Customer-oriented General Manager with 30 plus years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
General Manager – Operations
Hapag-Lloyd India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - Current
- As a current member of the Hapag-Lloyd team, I lead port operations across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, overseeing vessel activities, terminal coordination, and inland logistics in full alignment with global operational and compliance standards.
- Drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and stakeholder alignment
- Maintain regular engagement with port authorities, customs officials, and regulatory agencies
- Manage end-to-end cargo flow, container inventory, and logistics performance
- Oversee vendor SLAs, equipment planning, and M&R cost validation
- Implement process improvements through data analysis and system-driven insights
- Recognized for upholding high integrity, value-based behaviors, and cross-cultural team leadership
- Serve as faculty for operations training; mentor for management trainees
- Represent the company in leading trade and industry committees (MANSA, CSLA, PTFC, CCFC, CTF)
Marine Operations Manager / Branch Head
United Arab Shipping Co.
04.2014 - 06.2017
- Managed feeder and intermodal operations across Indian ports
- Oversaw port costs, vendor performance, and regulatory compliance
Operations & Logistics Manager / Branch Head
United Arab Shipping Co.
04.2007 - 04.2014
- Coordinated end-to-end logistics and documentation for exports/imports
- Liaised with customs, port officials, and global agents
Senior Manager – Operations
Transworld Shipping Services
01.1993 - 03.2007
- Directed vessel and terminal operations across major Indian ports
- Handled container movements, vendor billing, and EXIM documentation
Management Trainee
Samrat Shipping Pvt. Ltd.
01.1991 - 12.1992
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Welingkar Institute
B.Sc. - Zoology
PG Diploma - Computers
Skills
Port & Terminal Operations
Previous Experience
- Marine Operations Manager / Branch Head, United Arab Shipping Co., 04/01/14, 06/30/17, Managed feeder and intermodal operations across Indian ports., Oversaw port costs, vendor performance, and regulatory compliance.
- Operations & Logistics Manager / Branch Head, United Arab Shipping Co., 04/01/07, 04/30/14, Coordinated end-to-end logistics and documentation for exports/imports., Liaised with customs, port officials, and global agents.
- Senior Manager – Operations, Transworld Shipping Services, 01/01/93, 03/31/07, Directed vessel and terminal operations across major Indian ports., Handled container movements, vendor billing, and EXIM documentation.
- Management Trainee, Samrat Shipping Pvt. Ltd., 01/01/91, 12/31/92
Current Role
General Manager – Operations, Hapag-Lloyd India Pvt. Ltd., 07/01/17, Present, Mumbai, India, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Lead port operations across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, overseeing vessel activities, terminal coordination, and inland logistics in full alignment with global operational and compliance standards., Drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and stakeholder alignment., Maintain regular engagement with port authorities, customs officials, and regulatory agencies., Manage end-to-end cargo flow, container inventory, and logistics performance., Oversee vendor SLAs, equipment planning, and M&R cost validation., Implement process improvements through data analysis and system-driven insights., Recognized for upholding high integrity, value-based behaviors, and cross-cultural team leadership., Serve as faculty for operations training; mentor for management trainees., Represent the company in leading trade and industry committees (MANSA, CSLA, PTFC, CCFC, CTF).
Leadership And Affiliations
- Committee Member, MANSA, CSLA, PTFC, CCFC, CTF
- Chairman, MANSA Sports & Cultural Committee
Personal Information
- Passport Number: V7278501
- Date of Birth: 12/29/67
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
General Manager – Operations
Hapag-Lloyd India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - Current
Marine Operations Manager / Branch Head
United Arab Shipping Co.
04.2014 - 06.2017
Operations & Logistics Manager / Branch Head
United Arab Shipping Co.
04.2007 - 04.2014
Senior Manager – Operations
Transworld Shipping Services
01.1993 - 03.2007
Management Trainee
Samrat Shipping Pvt. Ltd.
01.1991 - 12.1992
B.Sc. - Zoology
PG Diploma - Computers
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Welingkar Institute
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