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Harish S

Logistics Specialist

Bengaluru

13+ years of work experience

Dec 20233 yrsPresent

Bengaluru

Copper Scrap Import & Recycling Operations Managed the import of copper scrap from international suppliers for recycling and resale in the domestic market. Coordinated end-to-end procurement, international logistics, customs clearance, transportation, and delivery of imported copper scrap. Evaluated scrap quality, grades, specifications, and market prices to ensure cost-effective procurement and optimal margins.
Otis Elevator Co.
Dec 20197 yrsPresent

Bengaluru

Strategic sourcing & cost management: evaluated logistics sourcing procedures, reviewed procurement and logistics cost drivers, and prepared data-based recommendations for senior management to improve commercial outcomes. Cost mitigation: drove cost-reduction initiatives through commodity/procurement cost analysis, market and scenario-based purchasing decisions, and logistics/fleet cost evaluation; identified opportunities to improve cost competitiveness while maintaining service requirements. Supplier & contract management: negotiated and finalized supplier contracts covering commercial terms, service levels, quality expectations and compliance requirements; maintained vendor relationships and supported supplier performance discussions. EXIM & international logistics: coordinated import/export shipments from scheduling through freight-forwarder and CHA coordination, customs documentation, clearance follow-up and delivery execution. Process standardization: supported development and implementation of structured export/import documentation processes and SOPs, improving consistency, traceability and documentation control. ERP-enabled process improvement: contributed to automation of export/import documentation workflows through ERP setup, reducing dependence on manual documentation practices and strengthening process discipline.
Sep 20172 yrs 4 mosDec 2019

Partnered directly with the Founder to design and scale the company's operating strategy, translating business requirements into practical operating processes. Built the operations model and process framework from the ground up, establishing clearer workflows, responsibilities and execution controls for a growing logistics-tech environment. Implemented cost-effective delivery planning approaches with a focus on controlling cost per delivery while maintaining service expectations. Defined vendor SLAs and coordinated vendor performance requirements to create clearer accountability and service standards. Led staffing and onboarding activities, helping establish and develop a delivery team capable of executing day-to-day operations reliably. Worked in a high-change startup environment requiring rapid problem-solving, prioritization, stakeholder coordination and continuous process adaptation.
Online Instruments
Dec 20142 yrs 10 mosSep 2017

Bengaluru

Managed end-to-end import/export logistics activities, coordinating CHA andfreight-forwarder relationships and ensuring documentation readiness forcustoms clearance. Verified applicable duty structures and coordinated timely, compliantmovement of consignments through the import/export cycle. Maintained audit-ready shipment and consignment records, supportingdocumentation accuracy, traceability and internal controls. Analyzed clearance types including HSS, duty-paid and duty-free movements and validated related vendor payment approvals. Coordinated with external logistics partners and internal
Online Instruments
Dec 20142 yrs 10 mosSep 2017

Managed end-to-end import/export logistics activities, coordinating CHA and freight-forwarder relationships and ensuring documentation readiness for customs clearance. Verified applicable duty structures and coordinated timely, compliant movement of consignments through the import/export cycle. Maintained audit-ready shipment and consignment records, supporting documentation accuracy, traceability and internal controls. Analyzed clearance types including HSS, duty-paid and duty-free movements and validated related vendor payment approvals. Coordinated with external logistics partners and internal stakeholders to resolve clearance, documentation and delivery issues.
United Creations
Mar 20131 yr 8 mosOct 2014

Amman, Jordan

Managed freight-charge analysis and ERP updates to support accurate shipping-line payment processing and logistics cost control. Coordinated customs clearance, container movement and warehouse in-housing schedules while considering available storage space and operationalpriorities. Helped prevent demurrage and detention exposure through timely offloading,container release coordination and close follow-up with logistics partners. Performed quality and quantity checks against commercial invoices andcoordinated supplier replacement claims for discrepancies. Gained international work experience in a multicultural operating environment, strengthening adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration.

Harish’s AI Stack

deepseek
deepseek
gemini
gemini
openai
openai
ChatGPT
ChatGPT

Education

HKBK Group of Institutions

Master of Business Administration, Production and Operations Management

HKBK Group of Institutions

20092 yrs2011

Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance

Williams Degree College

20063 yrs2009

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Logistics Specialist

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Logistics operations, Supply Chain and strategic sourcing professional with 15+years of progressive experience across global and Indian corporate environments such as manufacturing and entrepreneurial experience. Strong track record across strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier and 3PL management, EXIM operations, freight forwarding, customs coordination, warehouse operations, commercial analysis and process improvement. Bring a balanced combination of operational depth and commercial judgement with experience working across cross-functional teams and international supply chains.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

deepseek

gemini

openai

ChatGPT

Work experience

Founder at JayKay Traders, Dec 2023 - Present · 3 yrs, Bengaluru, Copper Scrap Import & Recycling Operations Managed the import of copper scrap from international suppliers for recycling and resale in the domestic market. Coordinated end-to-end procurement, international logistics, customs clearance, transportation, and delivery of imported copper scrap. Evaluated scrap quality, grades, specifications, and market prices to ensure cost-effective procurement and optimal margins.

Assistant Logistics Manager at Otis Elevator Co., Dec 2019 - Present · 7 yrs, Bengaluru, Strategic sourcing & cost management: evaluated logistics sourcing procedures, reviewed procurement and logistics cost drivers, and prepared data-based recommendations for senior management to improve commercial outcomes. Cost mitigation: drove cost-reduction initiatives through commodity/procurement cost analysis, market and scenario-based purchasing decisions, and logistics/fleet cost evaluation; identified opportunities to improve cost competitiveness while maintaining service requirements. Supplier & contract management: negotiated and finalized supplier contracts covering commercial terms, service levels, quality expectations and compliance requirements; maintained vendor relationships and supported supplier performance discussions. EXIM & international logistics: coordinated import/export shipments from scheduling through freight-forwarder and CHA coordination, customs documentation, clearance follow-up and delivery execution. Process standardization: supported development and implementation of structured export/import documentation processes and SOPs, improving consistency, traceability and documentation control. ERP-enabled process improvement: contributed to automation of export/import documentation workflows through ERP setup, reducing dependence on manual documentation practices and strengthening process discipline.

Operations Lead at Eizzy Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Sep 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Partnered directly with the Founder to design and scale the company's operating strategy, translating business requirements into practical operating processes. Built the operations model and process framework from the ground up, establishing clearer workflows, responsibilities and execution controls for a growing logistics-tech environment. Implemented cost-effective delivery planning approaches with a focus on controlling cost per delivery while maintaining service expectations. Defined vendor SLAs and coordinated vendor performance requirements to create clearer accountability and service standards. Led staffing and onboarding activities, helping establish and develop a delivery team capable of executing day-to-day operations reliably. Worked in a high-change startup environment requiring rapid problem-solving, prioritization, stakeholder coordination and continuous process adaptation.

Senior Executive Logistics at Online Instruments, Dec 2014 - Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 10 mos, Bengaluru, Managed end-to-end import/export logistics activities, coordinating CHA andfreight-forwarder relationships and ensuring documentation readiness forcustoms clearance. Verified applicable duty structures and coordinated timely, compliantmovement of consignments through the import/export cycle. Maintained audit-ready shipment and consignment records, supportingdocumentation accuracy, traceability and internal controls. Analyzed clearance types including HSS, duty-paid and duty-free movements and validated related vendor payment approvals. Coordinated with external logistics partners and internal

Logistics Executive at Online Instruments, Dec 2014 - Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 10 mos, Managed end-to-end import/export logistics activities, coordinating CHA and freight-forwarder relationships and ensuring documentation readiness for customs clearance. Verified applicable duty structures and coordinated timely, compliant movement of consignments through the import/export cycle. Maintained audit-ready shipment and consignment records, supporting documentation accuracy, traceability and internal controls. Analyzed clearance types including HSS, duty-paid and duty-free movements and validated related vendor payment approvals. Coordinated with external logistics partners and internal stakeholders to resolve clearance, documentation and delivery issues.

Senior Logistic and Warehouse Executive at United Creations, Mar 2013 - Oct 2014 · 1 yr 8 mos, Amman, Jordan, Managed freight-charge analysis and ERP updates to support accurate shipping-line payment processing and logistics cost control. Coordinated customs clearance, container movement and warehouse in-housing schedules while considering available storage space and operationalpriorities. Helped prevent demurrage and detention exposure through timely offloading,container release coordination and close follow-up with logistics partners. Performed quality and quantity checks against commercial invoices andcoordinated supplier replacement claims for discrepancies. Gained international work experience in a multicultural operating environment, strengthening adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration.

Education

Master of Business Administration, Production and Operations Management, HKBK Group of Institutions

Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance, Williams Degree College