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FOUZAAN ATIF

Dammam

Summary

With over 11 years of experience in the supply chain and logistics field, I have gained extensive knowledge in areas such as freight forwarding, customer service, sourcing, and procurement. My expertise also extends to handling industrial electro-mechanical products, safety products, and general materials in the trading field. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven ability to effectively manage end-to-end procurement, maintain strong vendor relations, and streamline supply chain processes. I am well-versed in sales support, quote preparation, and logistics coordination, ensuring that client requirements are met with timely deliveries and cost-effective solutions. By successfully sourcing and negotiating with local vendors, I have secured competitive pricing while upholding high standards of product quality. Additionally, my specialization lies in optimizing logistics operations and procurement processes to enhance workflows, reduce costs, and improve service delivery. Committed to customer satisfaction, I consistently build strong client relationships by offering tailored solutions and delivering on commitments. Now, seeking a challenging role in logistics operations, supply chain management, or sales and procurement where I can leverage my diverse skill set to contribute to organizational growth and success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Pricing and Customer Service Executive

Sharaf Shipping Agency Co Ltd
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed import volumes for key account ABYAT to KSA and Kuwait via Sea and Air, ensuring smooth and timely operations
  • Ensured on-time deliveries for VIP clients, including TAMKEEN, HAMAD AL RUGAIB, and MADAR, prioritizing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
  • Negotiated shipping rates with agents and shipping lines, optimizing cost-effectiveness and maximizing shipment volumes
  • Analyzed client inquiries, identified specific requirements, and provided tailored logistics solutions to ensure successful project completion
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors and balanced shipments against their credit facilities, ensuring effective collaboration and financial stability
  • Reviewed vendor service levels and conducted quarterly performance evaluations to shortlist top-performing partners, improving overall service quality
  • Managed international shipments (FOB/EXW/FCA/AIR/LCL) with a primary focus on China, overseeing all operational logistics
  • Prepared and maintained monthly volume reports for key VIP clients, providing detailed analysis and insights to inform decision-making
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams (sales, procurement, and finance) to ensure seamless order fulfillment and resolve any operational challenges
  • Monitored and tracked shipments in real-time, addressing any disruptions and ensuring corrective actions were taken to prevent delays
  • Trained and mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in logistics operations, vendor management, and customer relations
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Escalated critical customer issues to supervisor to avoid lost revenue and canceled policies.
  • Boosted customer retention rates by providing exceptional service and building rapport with clients.

Control Tower Coordinator

Petrogistix
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Monitoring and Tracking of fleets which include Truck Heads and Light Vehicles
  • Tracking of routes for the vehicle and guiding them to reach proper location
  • Checking with Maintenance team for proper servicing of fleets
  • Reporting any incidents to HSE, so that they can take steps accordingly
  • Preparing checklist for Vehicles for the drivers in case Replacing, Swapping or in breakdown conditions
  • Ensuring all the vehicle data's and driver data are been recorded in system
  • Pre-follow up and Post follow up for any task
  • Interacting and giving timely feedback to clients
  • Providing Fleet and drivers as per client requests
  • Preparing checklist upon issuing and receiving of fleet
  • Arranging transport for Highly decorated guests and VIP guests
  • Arranging approvals for night journey and High-Risk journey with ensuring drivers safety of driving
  • Mapping every drivers and vehicles record with weekly reports
  • Reporting of Accident reports to HSE and higher management
  • Ensuring safety for our drivers and fleets with proper care, coordinating with the help of HSE

Admin Executive

Infinite Boundaries General Contracting and Trading
07.2016 - 02.2019
  • Sales & Procurement Coordination: Managed sales and procurement processes for industrial electro-mechanical products, safety products, and general materials, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials to meet client requirements
  • Vendor & Supplier Management: Sourced and negotiated rates with local vendors to secure competitive pricing for materials, ensuring product availability and quality
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate smooth procurement processes
  • Quote Preparation & Business Proposals: Prepared detailed quotes for clients based on their specific product and material requirements
  • Worked closely with vendors to obtain the best possible pricing and delivery terms, optimizing profit margins while ensuring client satisfaction
  • Order Fulfillment & Logistics Coordination: Oversaw the procurement, handling, and timely delivery of materials to clients, ensuring all orders were accurately fulfilled and delivered according to client specifications and timelines
  • Product Sourcing & Inventory Management: Identified and sourced specialized materials and products for clients, maintaining an organized inventory to ensure prompt response to orders while managing stock levels effectively to meet demand
  • Customer Relationship Management: Acted as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries related to product specifications, pricing, availability, and delivery
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by providing tailored solutions and timely responses
  • Order Tracking & Reporting: Monitored and tracked all incoming and outgoing orders, ensuring timely delivery
  • Project-Based Procurement: Supported sales teams in fulfilling large-scale or specialized client orders, coordinating the procurement of unique materials and ensuring timely delivery for project completion
  • Administrative Support: Assisted in the preparation and management of all necessary documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, delivery receipts and invoicing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies

Operations Executive

Compass Logistics Pvt Ltd
10.2014 - 06.2016
  • Have enormous experience in handling Export Sea/Air shipments, have been responsible for communicating and engaging with customer service
  • Documentations and operations work
  • Co-coordinating with Liners/ Carrier Agents
  • Ensuring for safety and timely execution of exports orders
  • Ensured timely Liners payments, customers payment and other operations payments
  • Creating new jobs, filling Shipping Bills for all the custom clearance activities
  • Executed efficient administrative operations by preparing Shipping Bills and facilitating the clearance of Air and Sea exports
  • Streamlined administrative processes for increased office efficiency
  • Expertly prepared Shipping Bills for timely exports
  • Coordinated air and sea exports for optimal clearance
  • Enhanced shipping accuracy, reducing delays and costs
  • Collaborated on operational support tasks to achieve common goal.
  • Coordinated seamless communication between departments, resulting in enhanced collaboration efforts across the organization.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively managing and resolving operational issues in a timely manner.

Customs Handling Agent-Assistant

Compass Logistics Pvt Ltd
09.2013 - 10.2014

• Executed efficient administrative operations by preparing Shipping Bills and facilitating the clearance of Air and Sea

exports.

• Streamlined administrative processes for increased office efficiency.

• Expertly prepared Shipping Bills for timely exports.

• Coordinated air and sea exports for optimal clearance.

• Enhanced shipping accuracy, reducing delays and costs.

Education

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS - MANAGEMENT

Presidency College
01-2013

Management - PCMC SCIENCE

Presidency College
01-2010

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Florence Public School
01.2008

Skills

  • Procurement & Sourcing
  • Logistics Coordination & Supply Chain Management
  • Sales Support & Business Development
  • Vendor & Supplier Management
  • Operational Efficiency & Process Optimization
  • Client Communication & Customer Service
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Communication Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Focus
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer engagement
  • Customer relationship management
  • Supply chain operations
  • Sourcing and procurement
  • Procurement coordination
  • Material and equipment procurement
  • Materials procurement
  • Freight forwarding
  • Ocean freight coordination
  • Freight operations
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Customer Focus

Languages

English
Hindi
Urdu
Arabic

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/24/93
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Pricing and Customer Service Executive

Sharaf Shipping Agency Co Ltd
01.2021 - Current

Control Tower Coordinator

Petrogistix
02.2019 - 01.2021

Admin Executive

Infinite Boundaries General Contracting and Trading
07.2016 - 02.2019

Operations Executive

Compass Logistics Pvt Ltd
10.2014 - 06.2016

Customs Handling Agent-Assistant

Compass Logistics Pvt Ltd
09.2013 - 10.2014

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Florence Public School

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS - MANAGEMENT

Presidency College

Management - PCMC SCIENCE

Presidency College
FOUZAAN ATIF