Karthik L

Experience

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  HMT (International) Limited, Bangalore

  Jan 2018 - Apr 2018

  Import Export Executive

  HMT INTERNATIONAL a govt subs company which is exporting machineries and other equipment I have been for 4 months as a trainee to understand Export and Import procedures, Procurement,Vendor management, Product enquiry, demand forcasting

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  Ninjacart

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  DC Operation incharge

  Last mile logistics which includes managing of infrastructure, customer, processes, inbound & outbound inventory, labors , drivers and also plan daily operations in terms receiving/order building/dispatching that helps to run seamless supply chain system❖ Entirely responsible for DC assets and consumables for the DC.❖ Handled high tonnage distribution centre with optimal number of helpers, executives and drivers.❖ Handled 80 tons per day which was the highest tonnage handled by a DC comparatively with100% ontime delivery and with no item missing cases.❖ Preparing weekly roster for helpers.❖ Entirely responsible for ontime dispatches and zero manual errors.❖ Guiding and monitoring the drivers to ensure faster deliveries.❖ Proactively helping the executives in clearing stock mismatch issues.❖ Receiving and verifying the stocks and creating GRN for the stocks received.❖ Ensuring ground level pushing of helpers for timely batching completion and dispatch of thestocks.❖ Guiding and providing trainings for the new people.❖ Preparing weekly plans to control the losses of the DC.❖ Creating weekly reports.❖ Clearing and cross verifying the stocks leftover for the day.❖ Sending Daily operations reports and item missed reports.❖ Escalating any labor issues, driver issues or any infra issues to the concerned teams andresolving at quicker paces Show less

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  MSI Services Pvt Ltd

  Nov 2019 - now

  •Coordinate import scheduling and dispatching of goods.•Collaborate with international suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs agents.•Ensure compliance with import regulations and delivery deadlines.•Optimize import routing and allocation of resources.•Act as the primary point of contact for import-related communications.•Maintain accurate records of import activities.•Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and inventory management teams.•Possess knowledge of import regulations, customs procedures, and international trade practices.•Manage import documentation and customs clearance procedures.•Proactively address import-related challenges and optimize import processes. Show less • Communicating with freight forwarders, ocean carriers, truckers, and warehouses for inbound shipments.• Tracking and tracing container status and maintaining dates in SAP.• Handling freight rates and extra charges.• Updating costs and rates in SAP and required files.• Sending reports to truckers and warehouses informing shipments in transit.• Troubleshooting logistics issues.• Ensuring timely delivery of containers and empties.• Approving and disputing freight invoices.• Validating documents request and updating SAP status.Key Skills:• Good geography knowledge, particularly in Asia and North America.• Excellent analytical skills.• Sense of urgency and attention to detail.• Strong organizational, communication, time management, and follow-up skills.• Excellent computer skills.• Proactive attitude and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Show less

  • Import Associate II

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Import Associate

    Nov 2019 - Apr 2024