Vinod Nair
Head of Air Freight - India
New Delhi
Summary
A multi-faceted professional, skilled in blending creative intellect / insight and sharp planning skills for Air freight, operations, Business development, customer service & meeting top / bottom-line objectives Overall experience of 23 years in Air Freight , P&L management, supervising Sales Team, finance & administration ,handling operational and planning in the industry.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Air Freight - India
GAC Shipping India Pvt Ltd
2024.01 - Current
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- To be responsible for the entire P&L of the product .
- Negotiated contracts with Airlines and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Business Head- Air Logistics
Sciens Logistics India pvt Ltd
1 2023 - 2023.12
- Streamlined costs through proactive examination and improvement of operations.
- Established and managed monthly, quarterly and yearly sales plans.
- Developed and implemented successful strategies for building company sales.
- Set and monitored annual budgets for departments and entire business.
- Built and strengthened relationships with industry partners to drive growth.
- Developed in-depth knowledge of each client's business through research and regular on-site meetings.
- Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's unique needs and finding best solutions.
- Developed high-performing team members through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
Air Freight Head
Dimerco India pvt Ltd
2021.01 - 2022.12
- P&L Management, Operations & Business development
- Carrier / Airlines Management, Process management
- Consolidation program on specific lanes with team.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Air Freight Head - North & East India
CMA CGM log- LCL logistics India pvt ltd
2018.01 - 2020.06
- Handling Air Vertical for North I& East India
- P&L Management, ULD program, Business development
- Lane development with Sales on Europe and US lanes.
- Developing Stocks of Airlines.
- Handling 55 Airline stocks within the region.
- Promoting Europe & US lanes with strategic partnership with Airlines.
- Strategic Procurement strategy .
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
General Manager
North, RCS Logistics India pvt Ltd
2014.01 - 2018.01
- P&L management, Handling Network Business
- Supervising Sales & Operation Management
- Credit Control and Finance Management.
Regional Manager North India
KWE India Pvt Ltd
2010.01 - 2014.03
- Contribution by 20 % with sales team
- USA – India trade lane development across India.
- Successfully identified reputed clients and implanted US – India trade lane in North
- India for air Import to the region
- Sales
- North & East, Project Name: Ocean Export & Import to North India
- Successfully identified reputed clients and implanted ocean export & Import to North India
- Commodities Handled Electronics , Automotive, Agro , Machines etc.
- Developed Japan – India trade lane across India .
- Successfully identified reputed clients and implanted SIN – India trade lane in North
- India for air Import & export to the region
- Italy/ France – India Trade Lane development
- Successfully identified reputed clients and implanted SIN – India trade lane in North
Dy. Sales Manager
Schenker
2006.01 - 2009.11
- Trade lane development for Europe (Italy & France)
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Asst Manager
Eastern Logistics
2002.01 - 2006.01
- Business Development & gathering market information for promotion of all products.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Education
MBA - Tourism And Travel Management
Jiwaji University
Gwalior 2000.01 - 2002.04
Diploma - Introductory Course IATA Cargo
IATA FIATA
Montreal , Canada 2002.01 - 2003.12
Diploma - Dangerous Goods Act And Regulations
IATA Diploma
New Delhi, India 2001.04 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Bachelor of Commerce
Rani Durgawati University, MP
Jabalpur 1998.04 - 2000.03
Skills
Effective managerial techniques
Managerial experience
Carrier negotiations
Route optimization
Policy and procedure adherence
Operational management
Budget control
Performance maximization
Cost control and tracking
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Market Intelligence 7 / 10
- Carrier Management 8 / 10
- CONSOL from HKG – IND- DEL/BOM/MAA/BLR
- Established HKG-IND CONSOL program with CX for loose carton on a weekly basis with Overseas Network and CBT program from entire China
- Had successfully implemented E-Commerce program from DEL – ORD for sample shipments across North America on weekly basis
- Implemented successfully the common Integrated computerized system called Cargo Wise in the Air Freight
- Developed Dense freight program to support region .
- Developed Garments on Hangers with LH , for Europe & USA.
- Worked closely with major buyers like GAP, Urban Fitter,Ernsting Family, Tommy Hifler etc and captured volumes of USA & Europe within Network.
- Also facilitated compatible transportation system for pick up across the region.
Timeline
Head of Air Freight - India
GAC Shipping India Pvt Ltd
2024.01 - Current
Air Freight Head
Dimerco India pvt Ltd
2021.01 - 2022.12
Air Freight Head - North & East India
CMA CGM log- LCL logistics India pvt ltd
2018.01 - 2020.06
General Manager
North, RCS Logistics India pvt Ltd
2014.01 - 2018.01
Regional Manager North India
KWE India Pvt Ltd
2010.01 - 2014.03
Dy. Sales Manager
Schenker
2006.01 - 2009.11
Diploma - Introductory Course IATA Cargo
IATA FIATA
2002.01 - 2003.12
Asst Manager
Eastern Logistics
2002.01 - 2006.01
Diploma - Dangerous Goods Act And Regulations
IATA Diploma
2001.04 -
MBA - Tourism And Travel Management
Jiwaji University
2000.01 - 2002.04
Bachelor of Commerce - Bachelor of Commerce
Rani Durgawati University, MP
1998.04 - 2000.03
Business Head- Air Logistics
Sciens Logistics India pvt Ltd
1 2023 - 2023.12
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