I help importers, manufacturers, eCommerce brands, and freight forwarders streamline international logistics, reduce shipping delays, coordinate suppliers, carriers, and 3PL partners, improve inventory visibility, and keep orders moving efficiently from purchase order to final delivery.
With 11+ years of experience in global logistics and supply chain operations, I hold an MBA in Operations Management from Anna University, a recognized university in India. I have managed Ocean Freight, Air Freight, Import/Export Operations, Amazon FBA Logistics, NetSuite ERP, Inventory Management, Container Tracking, Freight Documentation, and Vendor Coordination across international supply chains.
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SERVICES I PROVIDE
► Freight Forwarding (FCL & LCL)
► Ocean Freight & Air Freight Operations
► Import/Export Operations
► Customs & Export Documentation
► Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading (B/L), Shipping Instructions (SI)
► AES (Automated Export System) Filings
► Purchase Order & Order Management
► Carrier Booking & Capacity Planning
► Container Booking, Container Tracking & Shipment Tracking
► Vendor & Supplier Coordination
► 3PL & 4PL Management
► Warehouse Operations & Transportation Planning
► Amazon FBA Logistics
► NetSuite ERP Operations
► Inventory Management & Inventory Reconciliation
► Shipping Coordinator Support
► International Logistics Consulting
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS EXPERIENCE
I have coordinated international freight movements between the United States, Singapore, Malaysia, Germany, and EMEA, managing $2–3 million in freight every week across ocean and land transportation.
My responsibilities included:
► Carrier Booking & Contract Execution
► Purchase Order Management
► Container Planning & Allocation
► FCL & LCL Shipment Coordination
► Commercial Invoices, Bills of Lading (B/L), Shipping Instructions (SI) & Export Documentation
► Customs Documentation & AES Filings
► Container Tracking & Shipment Visibility
► Preliminary & Final Pre-Alerts
► Notice of Arrival (NOA) Coordination
► Warehouse Scheduling & Truck Dispatch Coordination
► Carrier, Supplier, Customer & Freight Forwarder Communication
► Kewill & INTRA Operations
PROVEN RESULTS
► Managed $2–3 million in weekly international freight movements.
► Improved a $500,000-per-week Hewlett-Packard account from an average vendor compliance rating to the Top 2%.
► Reduced logistics-related costs by 30% by improving planning and shipping processes.
► Coordinated same-day international rush shipments while maintaining high service levels.
► Supported global logistics operations using DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS, LTL, and FTL providers.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & RECOGNITION
► MBA in Operations Management – Anna University
► Full-Time Member – Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM)
► Going Extra Mile (GEM) Award – Process Simplification
► Topper of the Tower (TOT) Award – Process Stabilization
If you're looking for a logistics professional who can manage freight forwarding, coordinate international shipments, optimize inventory, improve supply chain performance, and proactively solve logistics challenges, I'd be happy to discuss how I can support your business.
Let's connect and build a more efficient supply chain together.
Regards,
Ashokan
SCM Specialist
Freight Forwarding
Logistics Management
Third-Party Logistics
Oracle NetSuite
Import Procedure
Project Logistics
Logistics Coordination
Amazon FBA
Oracle Transportation Management
Purchase Orders
Ecommerce Product Export
Inventory Management
Vendor Management
Supply Chain & Logistics
Regulatory Compliance
Rughveer S.
New Delhi, India
$13/hr
5.0
13 jobs
Seasoned Logistics and Transportation Maestro, offering 17+ years of dynamic expertise. Adept in orchestrating Logistics Transportation Planning, Strategy and Process Optimization. Possessing an adept G Card Broker License in Indian Customs, specializing in Customs Clearance while excelling in Transportation, Distribution, Inventory Management and Strategic Planning. Proficient in managing international freight and domestic deliveries, leveraging WMS (Warehouse Management System), SAP, Six Sigma, Lean, 5S methodologies, and a continuous improvement mindset Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, thriving both independently and collaboratively under pressure to surpass customer expectations. Strong analytical prowess coupled with a pragmatic business acumen. Champion in program management, fostering direct partnerships with internal stakeholders and third-party service providers to drive performance and achieve business objectives. Profound understanding of Customs Foreign Trade Policies EXIM Operations and Domestic Distribution, recognized for exceptional teamwork.Drop-shipping guide for export any type of products from/in India.
Logistics Management
Supply Chain & Logistics
Warehouse Management
Classification
Data Cleaning
Data Entry
Import Procedure
Ecommerce Product Export
Data Center Operations
Logistics Coordination
Data Logistics
Project Logistics
Data Warehousing
Email
Dropshipping
Swap M.
Mumbai, India
$8/hr
5.0
4 jobs
Hello!
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a certified graduate from the Indian Merchant Chambers (Advanced Certificate in International Trade) with approximately 12 years of experience in import/export operations, documentation, and customer service, providing support over the phone, via chat, and by email.
I am based in Mumbai, India, and currently work as a Shipping Coordinator for a U.S.-based company, where I have gained valuable insights into the processes involved in creating customized bags and shipping them to the U.S. and Canada. Previously, I worked as a Logistics Assistant for American Trading International Inc., where I received a five-star rating for my performance.
Top Brands I worked with:
1. Lifestyle : Stefano Ricci
2. Agriculture : ADR Axles
3. Food : Fortune Gourmet, Borges
4. Jewelry : LEGOR GROUP
5. Clothing : Celio, Raymond
I am a cooperative, organized, and committed professional, always eager to grow both professionally and personally. I believe in delivering service with a strong sense of belonging and purpose, enabling me to perform at my best.
I excel in providing accurate information over the phone or by email and have strong active listening skills that help me resolve customer issues promptly. I am skilled at organizing digital information, including documents, appointments, bookings, and customer data, with great attention to detail. Additionally, I have experience in load tracking for road carriers, documentation, invoicing, verification, and follow-ups.
Thanks,
Logistics Management
Supply Chain Management
Import Procedure
Pushpa J.
New Delhi, India
$6/hr
4.4
17 jobs
I am a Logistics and Freight Forwarding Specialist with 10+ years of experience in handling end-to-end Import and Export operations (OI/OE/AI/AE) across multiple industries. I help businesses streamline their international shipments with cost-effective, reliable, and timely logistics solutions.
✅ What I Do:
• Air & Sea Freight (FCL / LCL / Consolidation)
• Preparing & negotiating freight quotations
• Booking with airlines / shipping lines and shipment coordination
• CRM updates, tenders, and customer follow-ups
• Import & Export documentation and customs coordination
• Shipment tracking and proactive customer updates
• Daily / Weekly shipment reporting (Win/Loss/Hold)
• Trade lane development and overseas coordination
I am familiar with using below platform-
Implement & Customize Freight-Specific CRMs
• Zoho CRM, HubSpot, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, CargoWise, etc.
CRM Administration & Data Management
• Setting up users, roles, pipelines, dashboards, and automations.
• Import/export of customer & shipment data.
Sales & Customer Management
• Managing inquiries, quotations, leads, and follow-ups inside CRM.
• Creating tender management & win/loss tracking workflows.
✅ Why Work With Me:
• Strong knowledge of global freight forwarding processes
• Skilled in customer handling, quotations, and tender management
• Excellent coordination with shippers, transporters, and clearing agents
• Experience across varied product categories
• Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable in meeting deadlines
My goal is to ensure smooth, hassle-free movement of your cargo while keeping you updated at every stage. Whether it’s air, sea, import, or export, I bring proven expertise and dedication to deliver results.
Freight Forwarding
Salesforce CRM
Data Entry
Zoho CRM
HubSpot
Virtual Assistance
Customer Relationship Management
Data Management
Data Processing
Database Management
Master Data Management
Product Data Management
Data Analysis
Salesforce
Hitesh H.
Abohar, India
$6/hr
5.0
8 jobs
Greetings
I have experience in US trucking Dispatch. I know how to handle drivers on road or when sometimes they are mad at the shipper/receiver. I am also good at making bonds with brokers. They both are lifelines of this industry.
LOAD BOOK
The main thing in this industry is that #TRUCKS should be on the road. I am so good at LOAD BOOK. I am good with brokers. I have work experience, with TQL, CH ROBINSON, and many other huge companies. Currently, I am working on DAT and Truckstop. I also worked on some other load boards.
PICK UP- DROP
I know about issues on loading and unloading like #OSD #POD #BOL #LUMPER #PALLET FEE #FCFS #LIVE LOAD #TRAILER DROP #TEMP #ITS #SCALE TICKET #EFS.
ROUTE
I have good knowledge of US MAP like #ROUTE #TRAFFIC #WEATHER #TRACKING #ROAD SERVICES #HOS. #TA #FLYING J.
EXPERIENCE
I have a total of 8 years of experience in customer care service.
I am currently working as a dispatcher as well as freight broker. I have a total of more than 4 years of experience in USA trucking dispatch.
TEAM
I have a team and I get tasks from my client and help my team to complete these tasks. I have owner operators and I am providing them with dispatch service with the help of my team. I am also providing services regarding brokerage to my clients, in brokerage I am working with Landstar.
In the end, I want to say if you want to know anything more about work from me. You can contact me any time.
Thanks
Supply Chain & Logistics
Email Support
Inbound Inquiry
Customer Support
Outbound Sales
US Fleet Tracking
Microsoft Excel
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Service
Truck
Dispatch & Tracking Solutions LETS
Phone Communication
Cold Calling
Internet Truckstop ITS Dispatch
Akhil A.
Mohali, India
$12/hr
5.0
18 jobs
Do you need someone who actually gets logistics? Not just someone to enter data, but someone who understands how freight moves, how to talk to carriers, and how to keep a client happy?
I bring hands-on experience in the logistics world. Whether it’s finding trucks, making cold calls to shippers, or just keeping your daily operations organized—I’ve got you covered.
🚚 What I handle in Logistics:
Booking & Dispatching: FTL, LTL, and intermodal—handling rates, negotiations, and rate cons.
Tracking & Updates: 24/7 tracing so you (and your clients) always know where the load is.
Carrier Sourcing: Finding reliable carriers and building those relationships.
📞 Communication & Cold Calling:
I don’t just read a script. I talk to people professionally and confidently to get results. I can handle:
Cold calling shippers and carriers.
Qualifying leads and setting up appointments.
Managing your CRM so nothing falls through the cracks.
🖥 Virtual Assistant & Content:
If your inbox is a mess or your documentation is behind, I can fix that. I also write SEO blogs and LinkedIn content specifically for the logistics and trucking industry.
Why work with me?
I’m proactive, I understand the industry terminology, and I’m available 24/7 to make sure things run smoothly. I’m looking for a long-term collaboration where I can actually help your business grow.
Let’s connect and get those loads moving.
Freight Forwarding
Logistics Management
Logistics Coordination
Supply Chain Modeling
Sales & Marketing
Dispatch Technologies Dispatch
Internet Truckstop ITS Dispatch
Third-Party Logistics
Lead Management
Cold Calling
Outreach Strategy
Virtual Assistance
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