Zia Ur Rehman
Supply Chain Manager
Dubai,UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Summary
Efficient Import and Export Coordinator with extensive experience in logistics and international trade. Skilled in coordinating import and export activities, customs clearance and freight forwarding. Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and nurturing solid relationships with stakeholders.
Working effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong negotiation skills with good substantial background in logistics and supply chain management. Adept at coordinating and managing import and export of goods with keen eye for timely delivery and compliance with customs regulations. Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Logistics Export coordinator
Somfy Gulf
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2009 - Current
- Prepared bills of lading, invoices and shipping documents for shipments.
- Liaised with customers, shipping lines and port authorities to resolve delays or delivery errors.
- Adhered to destination-specific documentation requirements.
- Maintained excellent supplier relationships to obtain favorable pricing and timelines.
- Maintained excellent supplier relationships to obtain favourable pricing and timelines.
- Assisted with pricing, quotations and negotiations of freight movements.
- Kept up-to-date on the latest import and export regulations to enforce compliance.
- Oversaw daily logistics operations to enforce best practices.
- Planned most appropriate shipment routes with regard to cost, transit time and security.
- Tracked freight movements using software and satellite technology to trace delays.
- Monitored door-to-door shipments to confirm timely and accurate delivery.
- Arranged insurance for high-value items and submitted supporting documentation for reference.
- Processed all export requests from client or line manager.
- Maintained excellent customer relationships by organising payments or transactions on behalf of clients, such as freight charges.
- Reduced costs by negotiating contracts, transportation and handling charges.
- Decreased expenditures, planning and calculating efficient, cost-effective routes.
- Improved client satisfaction by regularly reporting progress of goods, delays or changes in delivery.
- Traced delayed or lost shipments to establish next course of action.
- Supported customer satisfaction, offering timely updates on shipping details and timelines.
- Followed correct customs clearance procedures for exporting and importing goods.
- Compared carrier terms and fees to determine most cost-effective service.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients, carriers and customers officials to swiftly resolve problems.
- Helped clients navigate complex international shipping systems, comply with regulations and avoid shipping delays.
- Tracked shipments using multiple software systems and kept clients informed on progress.
- Identified illegal substances, collected evidence and impounded shipments.
- Tracked shipping trends to identify consistent problems with customs, carriers or specific types of cargo.
- Maintained shipping records and accounting files covering clients shipping to and from over destinations.
- Classified goods by type of item and fee or tariff groups using correct system.
- Established export strategies and standardised procedures for common shipments.
- Stayed current on rules for multiple shipping locations to expertly coordinate required paperwork.
- Partnered with customs professionals, clients and transport teams to deliver shipments on-time for minimum cost.
- Negotiated multi-stage transport services for international shipments.
- Verified cargo contents against transport documentation.
Accountant general
Somfy Gulf
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
05.2005 - 03.2008
- Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs.
- Reviewed and processed employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger, including chart of accounts.
- Created quarterly and yearly balance sheets to track financial trends and performance.
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting.
- Reconciled accounts from income and expense data to net worth and assets.
- Accurately documented all cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
- Collected and collated information and data to prepare annual budgets and forecast projections.
- Documented department processes to encourage accountability among team members.
- Reconciled control accounts monthly, investigated variances and initiated corrective action.
- Trained team for external audits to drive high standards and consistency in reporting.
- Provided accurate monitoring information to budget holders on monthly basis.
- Maintained strict confidentiality over employee data in compliance with internal organisational policies.
- Liaised with and managed relationships with external auditors to prepare excellent audit reports.
- Investigated budget variances to identify causes and suggest corrective action.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and submitted compiled reports to shareholders.
Accountant
Yateem Optical
Dubai, United Arab emirates
03.2001 - 04.2005
- Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs.
- Accurately documented all cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting.
- Created quarterly and yearly balance sheets to track financial trends and performance.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger, including chart of accounts.
- Reviewed and processed employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
- Liaised with and managed relationships with external auditors to prepare excellent audit reports.
- Reconciled control accounts monthly, investigated variances and initiated corrective action.
- Collected and collated information and data to prepare annual budgets and forecast projections.
- Maintained strict confidentiality over employee data in compliance with internal organisational policies.
- Documented department processes to encourage accountability among team members.
- Prepared long-term revenue and capital budgets for presentation to stakeholders.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and submitted compiled reports to shareholders.
Education
Bachelor's degree - B.com
Osmania University
Hyderabad, Telangana India 04.1994 - 07.1997
CERTIFICATION - International Supply Chain Manager
IPSCMI
UNITED STATES 03.2023 - 08.2023
Certification - Management Financial Expert
Institute of Certified Management Account
United States 05.2023 -
Skills
- Freight regulation knowledge
- Invoicing
- Managing insurance claims
- High-value project management
- Customs procedure codes
- DataFreight
- Shipment route evaluation
- Experts in exports and imports
- Customs declarations
- Supplier relations
- Invoicing and accounting
- Logistics management
- Shipment consolidations planning
- Logistical transport planning
- Freight management
- Leadership
- Google Workspace
- Time management
- Accounting
- Team building
- Problem-solving
- Customer-focused
- Communication skills
- Knowledge of [ERP, Baan, Wings, Odoo}
Languages
English
Master or proficient
C2
Hindi
Master or proficient
C2
Urdu
Master or proficient
C2
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% by completing Advance Excel with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of [10] in the development of [3Pl].
- Achieved [100%] by introducing [Odoo] for [Integrated ERP] tasks.
Certification
- Certified [Advance Excel], [Tech Craft] - [4 months]
- [CISCP], [IPSCMU] - [6 months]
- [CISCM] {IPSCMI} - [4 Months]
- [CMA] (IMA] - [12 Months]
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Henry Ford
Timeline
Certification - Management Financial Expert
Institute of Certified Management Account
05.2023 -
CERTIFICATION - International Supply Chain Manager
IPSCMI
03.2023 - 08.2023
Logistics Export coordinator
Somfy Gulf
04.2009 - Current
Accountant general
Somfy Gulf
05.2005 - 03.2008
Accountant
Yateem Optical
03.2001 - 04.2005
Bachelor's degree - B.com
Osmania University
04.1994 - 07.1997
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