Muhammad Umar Iqbal
Jubail,KSA
Summary
Accomplished logistics and supply chain management professional with extensive expertise in global logistics strategies, transportation management systems, and process improvement. Proficient in leveraging advanced tools such as Power BI and Microsoft Office Suite to optimise performance, enhance efficiency, and drive cost-effective solutions. Demonstrates exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement, supplier negotiation, and ethical sourcing while ensuring compliance with freight forwarding regulations and International Commercial Terms 2020. Adept at managing multimodal transport navigation, customs clearance, and outsourced freight operations to streamline operations and achieve organisational goals. Committed to delivering excellence through critical-thinking, resource optimisation, and innovative problem-solving within dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIALIST LOGISTICS PLANING
National Industrialization Company (TASNEE)
Jubail, KSA
05.2018 - 02.2025
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing critical inbound shipments for shutdown and turnaround maintenance, ensuring their timely delivery
- Utilized SAP to generate comprehensive management reports for shipments, facilitating accurate tracking and documentation
- Controlled and coordinated freight forwarders and courier services to optimize logistics operations
- Successfully fostered collaborative team approach, working alongside colleagues to achieve shared objectives effectively
- Conducted thorough situation analyses to inform strategic planning, clarifying goals and reaching mutually beneficial agreements
- Strategically planned optimal shipment routes, considering various factors such as perishability, cost, and security
- Leveraged advanced technologies including internet resources
- Established and maintained effective communication channels with warehouses, ensuring smooth delivery and acceptance of critical materials
- Managed logistics spending versus budget, providing comprehensive quarterly reports to management while leveraging extensive knowledge of warehouse operations
- Monthly 400 items handling for delivery for Shutdown and TAM.
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE
Jas projects a division of Jas forwarding worldwide
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Handled planning of optimal shipment routes, considering factors such as perishability, hazardous nature, cost, transit time, and security
- Orchestrated appropriate packing and ensured smooth delivery and warehousing at destinations, considering climate, terrain, weight, and nature of goods
- Negotiated contracts for transportation and handling costs, focusing on cost-effectiveness
- Managed documentation preparation to meet customs, insurance, and regulatory requirements
- Provided consolidation services by air, sea, and road, catering to small shippers
- Coordinated with third parties for goods transportation, ensuring compliance with customer needs
- Arranged insurance and offered tailored IT solutions for real-time tracking of goods
- Managed air transport for urgent and high-value freight, ensuring end-to-end risk management
- Organized charters for large volume or out-of-gauge movements by air and sea
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and meet deadlines
- Offered consultancy services in customs matters and efficiently handled duty exemption applications
- Handled 1200 containers on yearly basis for FIFO deliveries including heavy lifts and air charter shipments.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Al-Danah trading Est
Jubail, Saudi Arabia
11.2012 - 02.2014
- Company Overview: Saudi Arabia
- Facilitate new business deals, coordinating requirements, negotiating contracts, and integrating operations
- Drive marketing strategies, prepare detailed business plans, and understand client needs
- Manage proposal development, analyse market trends, and secure financial resources
- Stay updated on industry changes, build strong relationships, and achieve sales targets punctually while protecting organizational integrity and reputation
- Increased sale by 50%.
Education
PGD Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Management
Preston University
Pakistan 09.2022 - 09.2023
BSCS (Hons.) - Computer Science
University of Central Punjab
Lahore Pakistan 08.2004 - 09.2009
FSC - Pre-Engineering
Government Post Graduate College
Chishtian Pakistan 07.2002 - 08.2004
Matriculation - Matriculation
Sir Syed Public High School
Chishtian Pakistan 08.1988 - 09.2000
Skills
- Logistics
- Supply chain management expertise
- Power BI Visualisation Expertise
- Performance enhancement techniques
- Influential communication skills
- Stakeholder Relationship Building
- Advanced Organisational Skills
- Customer service proficiency
- Freight Forwarding Regulations Knowledge
- Procurement Processes and Standards
- Production materials coordination
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Languages
English
Native
Urdu
Native
Arabic
Beginner
Affiliations
- Music
- Learning
Certification
IFPSM Certified International Procurement Manager.
Timeline
PGD Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Management
Preston University
09.2022 - 09.2023
SPECIALIST LOGISTICS PLANING
National Industrialization Company (TASNEE)
05.2018 - 02.2025
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE
Jas projects a division of Jas forwarding worldwide
03.2014 - 04.2018
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Al-Danah trading Est
11.2012 - 02.2014
BSCS (Hons.) - Computer Science
University of Central Punjab
08.2004 - 09.2009
FSC - Pre-Engineering
Government Post Graduate College
07.2002 - 08.2004
Matriculation - Matriculation
Sir Syed Public High School
08.1988 - 09.2000
IFPSM Certified International Procurement Manager.
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