Muhammad Usman Qureshi

Experience

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  TAQ Logistics

  Dec 2000 - Feb 2005

  Branch Product Manager Imports
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  Telenor Pakistan

  Feb 2005 - Oct 2008

  Assistant Manager

  Liaison with Government department i.e. Investment Promotion Bureau, engineering Development Board, Central Board of Revenue Liaison with All collectoratesLiaison with Air Lines & Shipping Lines for smooth sailing of import & Export Consignments Liaison with Forwarders & clearing agentsLiaison with Packers & Movers to pack and move the Household items of expatriatesVerifying Items list and getting approval from Engineering development Board Liaison with warehouse people to get GRN well in timeResponsible for marinating the record of all warehouse activitiesReviewing of Vendors invoices for accuracyPrepare and attending all legal cases related to Import & ExportLiaison with team to build up there confidence through professional expertise Show less

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  Huawei Technologies

  Nov 2008 - Jan 2010

  Deputy Director Supply Chain

  Responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Supply Chain OperationResponsible for the financial control of the department regarding contract Management, Transportation and logistic budget.Responsible for executing skills at delivering significant program on time and enabling project to be accomplished.Responsible for Physical distribution, layout, implement logistic technology and successful development for all employeesInitializing the Logistic Operations, Procedures, SOP’s, KPI’s and its approvals along with successful implementation.Ensure enforcement of Strong working Knowledge of integrated logistic and supply chain concepts at all levels.Responsible for tough, positive communication with warehouse staff and other branches for stream lining the stocks.Responsible for development and utilization of tactics for improving operational efficiencies of Logistic department.Responsible for the compliance with established procedures, maintains effective internal control over the physical flow and accounting of Inventory receiving, issuing and other inventory area’s. Show less

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  Etisalat

  Apr 2010 - Nov 2010

  Manager Logistics

  Lead for Supply Chain that includes Air Lines & Shipping Lines for smooth execution of import & Export Consignments.Developed and implemented SOP for clearing agent, streamlined internal processes by working with CXOs or designated VPs for quick & effective process.Responsible for quick clearance of import & export at all ports (Jalalabad, Kabul, Mazar Sharif & Herat) & worked with Finance Division for re-engineering the process from 5 days time to 3 days time.Reengineered end to end fuel management system that includes survey of all sites and now it is been managed on actual expense.Responsible for end to end Facility Management that includes office facility, guest house facility etc.Lead for event management that includes planning of event by working with divisions, Vendors, Hotels etc.Developed comprehensive event management system to monitor the progress of all events. Show less

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  PTCL

  Nov 2010 - Oct 2011

  Senior Manager Procurement & Logistics

  Heading an independent unit responsible for Purchase Handling contract negotiations, finalization and complete end to end contract managementSupervision of procurement cycle from strategic sourcing to post warranty contract Built long lasting strategic partnerships with all major international Tier 1 telco and vendors Development of a strong/stable vendor base.Liaison with Government Authorities (Engineering Development Board) to Meet statutory requirements for HS code and vetting of BOQ for various TELECOM EQUIPMENT.Monitoring of Shipments (arrivals of ships/rotations) with agents.Responsible to liaison with agents and port authorities for prompt clearance in order to the calculation of demurrage exposure.Interacting with the warehouse to ensure space availabilities for Import /Export parcels/shipments.In charge of the all region like North, South and Central, all import & export shipment including freight forwarding.Monitoring day to day Stock positions.Attending personal hearings before Appellate Commissioner and Tribunals with/without solicitors for legal disputes with Custom Authorities.Providing guidance and training to staff. Show less

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  Mobilink

  Oct 2011 - Jul 2016

  Handling of CFR/FOB & ex-works shipments including freight forwarding and custom clearance for both Mega RFQ and non-Mega RFQ business models by liaising with agents and port authorities for prompt clearance to avoid demurrage exposure. Developing relation with Government officials for handling of customs related matters such as notices, short recoveries and BG’s. Monitoring of Inland logistics. Proposal evaluation for Warehouse outsourcing using various investment appraisal methodologies including consolidation of inventory management function of various subsidiaries and departments; Streamlining process through benchmarking it with Industry best practices including development of SOPs, KPIs and enhanced reporting to monitor assets and inventory across the entire network. Development of Human Resource including conducting trainings at various levels. Show less Develop cost effective strategies to improve quality of Supply ChainDeveloping an end to end supply chain software for keeping an eye on SLA, KPI and saving Manage supply chain operations like budgeting, planning and liaison with all functions like (Procurement & Contract department, logistics, and warehouse)Define, prioritize, and take initiatives to improve procurement, planning, and materials vendor’s processes to improve integration between departments.Vendor consolidation including rationalization and development.SCM Organization Development & Optimization - Evaluate and analysis the JD for all member of supply chain and proposed measures to enhance the individuals and department efficiencyPrepare procurement plan to optimize purchasing cost of all domains of supply chain.Interacting with key local & foreign vendors to develop the strategic and long term relationship.Assist Director Supply Chain to integrate the internal and external customers with supply chain functions. Show less

  • Head of Logistics

    Mar 2012 - Jul 2016

  • Manager Development & Planning

    Oct 2011 - Mar 2012
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  VimpelCom

  Aug 2016 - May 2018

  Project Manager SCM

   Exercised hands-on approach and effective controls to lead project of reducing the inventory level from $ 1.4B to $ 300M in 2017 Introduced and devised efficient process with significantly reduced working capital by working with SCM heads of all OPCO’s. Built collaborative rapport with Huawei and ZTE for “Full turn Key” & SPMS to execute project of operations optimization. Implemented integrated planning of Devices including sales and operation plan (S&OP) based on consensus driven decision making. Show less

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  SkyElectrics

  Aug 2018 - Dec 2019

  Director Supply Chain Management

  Own the development and execution of strategic initiatives focused on driving demand forecasting, fulfillment predictability, flexibility planning, product lifecycle planning,Work collaboratively across both internal and external supply chain partners to ensure tight operational alignment and visibility.Proactive risk assessment, management, and identifying mitigation associated with ongoing operations and planned releases.Channel/customer inventory management, and overall IBP processesOwn Bill of Materials management and Inventory management.Participate in the strategic planning, development, integration, and implementation of technology applications to support global planning processes Show less

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  FF STEEL

  Jul 2020 - Oct 2021

  Chief Supply Chain Officer

  Developing and execution of end to end strategy for 30 Billion PKR Procurement, International Logistics, Customer clearance, inland transportation to Factory, Production planning and finish goods to end user. Delivered strategic directions for the sales and operations forecasting process, drove alignment with cross-functional partners such as sales, marketing, finance, manufacturing, and procurement and project team.Leading the Strategic part of Supply Chain and reporting directly to Chief Executive on Procurement decisions relating to Raw Material, Fuel on the basis of Working Capital and requirement of business. Mapping JD & KPI with Annual Targets through SAP as an automation.Managed programs to avoid risk of excess and obsolete material; developed new procedures related to Supply Chain to enable manufacturing in compliance to the Quality Management System and regulatory requirements. Managed large imports of around 500 TEU per month from different parts of the world. Maintained a consistent trajectory of growth, while avoiding obstacles that arise from a constantly shifting market situation.Managed supplier performance evaluation programme; controlled the activities of various departments which include procurement, operations, inventory management, logistics and liaison with finance and sales.Harnessed acute technical knowledge of several Enterprise Resource Planning systems including SAP and perceptive operational requirements to manage production planning for two manufacturing sites in Peshawar and Lahore. Show less

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  SIP Services Pakistanis

  Oct 2021 - now

  Chief Operating Officer

  Strategic Planning: Develop long-term goals and strategies for the business. This involves analyzing market trends, identifying opportunities, and defining the direction in which the company should move.Financial Management: Monitor and manage the finances of the business. This includes budgeting, financial forecasting, managing cash flow, and ensuring profitability.Human Resources: Hire, train, and manage employees. This includes everything from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and employee development.Operations Management: Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and productivity. This involves optimizing processes, managing inventory, and ensuring quality control.Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers. This includes providing excellent customer service, addressing concerns and complaints, and seeking feedback to improve products or services.Marketing and Sales: Develop marketing strategies to attract customers and promote products or services. This involves market research, advertising, branding, and sales management.Technology Integration: Utilize technology to streamline operations and improve efficiency. This may include implementing software systems for inventory management, customer relationship management, and data analytics.Risk Management: Identify potential risks to the business and develop strategies to mitigate them. This involves assessing market risks, financial risks, and operational risks, and implementing measures to protect the business.Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This includes labor laws, environmental regulations, tax laws, and industry-specific regulations.Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve processes, products, and services to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of customers. Show less