SUNISH V.G.Address: # Vattamparambil House, Velur Post, Thrissur Dist., Kerala - 680601

Contact: +91 88 262 94 848E-Mail: sunish75@gmail.com

SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALGoal-oriented professional offering end-to-end Import & Export Operations, Supply Chain Management (SCM),

Logistics expertise that directly results in efficiency improvements & cost savings

PROFILE SUMMARY

A focused competent professional with over 16 years of rich experience in:

A highly efficient, results driven and strategic planner with a proven ability in heading teams for driving Export / Import Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management and Team Management.

Demonstrated expertise in cost optimization through cost benefit analysis, saving duties and taxes, freight negotiations, availing benefit of Licenses for import of goods.

Supervision of Port operations for Project and Break Bulk Cargo – Wind Mills ( i.e. parts of Wind Turbine Generators such as Rotor Blades, Nacelle, Hubs, Nose Cones and Steel Plates )

Responsible for feeding of the vessel in Mangalore port and met AQIS standards for the Australian Cargo on regular basis Managed the Safe dispatch of ODC cargo from plant to port which led to zero detention charges of the vessel Coordinate with CHA for the customs clearance of import & export cargo and port authorities for unloading of the Cargo at

NMPT / port premises. Co-ordinate with Port authorities for the Storage of the Export/ Import cargo, overseeing the supervision of the loading of cargo

on board the break bulk vessels. Co-ordinate with Vessel captain for repair of cargo in case of minor damage/ scratches. Decisive leader and a team player with successful track record in directing from original concept through implementation to

handle diverse market dynamics. Well organized with excellent track record that demonstrates self-motivation, creativity and initiatives to achieve company goals. Having functional knowledge about vessel chartering, negotiation of fixture notes, operations of Projects and Break Bulk Cargo. Handled supply chain processes for the Third Country Exports & Merchant Trade activities. Adept in handling, billing,

documentation, customs clearance, freight forwarding and international logistics. Adept in handling, billing, documentation, customs clearance, freight forwarding and international logistics.

- The ability to build strong, enduring relationships - Strong communication skills- A strategic / business vision - Leadership qualities- Personal integrity / high ethical standards - Teamwork at all levels

CORE COMPETENCIES

Partner with business teams to ensure smooth clearance of import & export cargo in line with the Customs and trade compliances.

Managing end to end Port Operations, Liaoning with Stevedoring agency, CHA, Surveyors, Transporters, Port Authorities for smooth loading and unloading of Project Cargo for both imports and exports of Project and break bulk cargo.

Analyzing the HSN classifications and applicability of various duty exemption notifications. Working experience in special transactions like Special Valuation Approval process (SVB) (High Sea Sales, Deemed exports, etc.) Well versed with operational activities, benefits eligible for EOU/SEZ units, liaising with competent authorities and statutory

compliances for SEZ entities. Ensure effective stakeholder management to drive buy in; escalating critical issues in a timely & effective manner. Collate &review operational performance through metrics qualitative & quantitative.

Import & Export Management Logistics Management Supply Chain ManagementPort-Operations Management MIS Reporting Team ManagementCustoms and Trade Compliance Project Cargo Management

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Jun’16 M/s. Inox Wind Limited, Noida as AGM (EXIM Department)

Heading EXIM Department and managing end to end activities right from Picking up the cargo from the suppliers end, freight forwarding, customs clearance and transportation to the plant from various Indian Ports.

Responsible for entire Import management of equipments from various ports Implementing cost reduction measures by reducing the CFS charges by consolidating and diverting all the shipments to one single Nominated CFS.

Managing effective & efficient costing system resulting in cost reduction, business process and procedures for improving performances.

Review of import documents for assessment of customs duty under various schemes and notifications such as Free Trade Agreements, Preferential Certificate of Origin under various Import treaties, for the promotion of exports and imports.

Reviewing of MIS reports and taking corrective actions wherever required. Finalization of Air freight and Ocean freight for ODC, Break Bulk and LCL cargo.

Finalizing CHA based on core competencies, financial strengths and cost, review of performance by continuous feedback and increasing the efficiency of the services provider.

Responsible for Insurance, contract negotiation & finalization, coordination of third party survey reports, legal disputes, claims, support lodging of insurance claims in case of theft, damage accidents to the Insurance Company and the surveyor.

Handling functions related to claim settlement with service providers; also adhering statutory compliances. Overseeing shipment related activities including coordination with shipping lines, sea freight rationalizing and resolving the billing /

payment Issues.

Sep’15 - Feb 16 M/s. Punj Lloyd Ltd, Gurgaon as DGM (EXIM/ Logistics Department)

Managing the functions of EXIM & Logistics Department and end to end activities right from picking up the cargo from the suppliers end, freight forwarding, customs clearance, Statutory Compliance and transportation to various overseas project sites.

Responsible for selection and appointment of Multimodal Transport Operators for the Overseas Projects. ( Ongoing projects in Kuwait, Malaysia and Indonesia)

Managing effective & efficient costing system (conducting Reverse Auction process for nomination and appointment of MTOs) resulting in cost reduction.

Reviewing of MIS reports and taking corrective actions wherever required. Finalization of Air freight and Ocean freight for ODC, Break Bulk and LCL cargo.

Finalizing CHA and Transporters based on core competencies, financial strengths and cost, review of performance by continuous feedback and increasing the efficiency of the services provider.

Supervising the customs clearance and transportation activities for the overseas projects in Malaysia (PETRONAS) and Kuwait projects (KNPC).

Responsible for Insurance, contract negotiation &finalization, coordination of third party survey reports, claims, support lodging of insurance claims in case of theft, damage accidents to the Insurance Company and the surveyor.

Oct’99 to May’14 Suzlon Group of Companies

Growth Path:Oct’99 to Jun’03 Executive-Suzlon Fibres Ltd., AhmedabadJul’03 to Oct’08 Sr. Executive- Suzlon Energy Limited, PuneJan’09 to Jul’ 10 Assistant Manager-Suzlon Wind International Ltd., SEZ – MangaloreAug’10 to May’14 Manager (Logistics / Exports/ Imports/Port Operations) – SEFL – (Logistic Division for Suzlon)Jun’14 – Aug’ 15 M/s. Inox Wind Limited, Noida as Sr. Manager (EXIM Department)

Role: Handled export operations in Port for Project and Break Bulk Cargo – Wind Mills ( i.e. parts of Wind Turbine Generators such as

Rotor Blades, Nacelle, Hubs and Nose Cones ) Liaised with insurance company for arranging survey and sending the notice of claim to service providers Negotiating and finalization of transport contract for dispatching the finished product through, approved transporters. Imbibe Safety

Training for Truck crew about personnel, material and Road Safety Handling preparation of applications for duty drawback under All industries Rate, Various Refunds from Customs, Sec.-74

Drawbacks, Revenue Deposit refunds etc. Ensured that the import cargo is cleared within the time limit, arranged the duty exemption certificates from ministry,

procurement certificate, advance license, EPCG license from DGFT before the arrival of the goods into India.

Coordinated with Export Promotion Councils, SRTEPC, TEXPROCIL, Textiles Committee& DGFT, for Obtaining GSP, DEPB, EPCG Licenses

Liaised with Ministry for CCDC/MNRE/Concessional Duty Certificates for Import Consignments Managed imports Customs clearance, transportation & closure of End use Certificates for MNRE Cargo Coordinated for the receipt of original shipping documents from Banks/ supplier for the timely clearance of the cargo prior to

the arrival of the vessel Negotiation of Post Shipment Documents with the Bank, complying with the stipulated LC terms and conditions and obtaining

the BRC/FIRC from the banks against Exports and advance Payments Successfully handled the export activities of Textiles, Yarn, Fabrics, Made ups, etc. to US, EU and South Asian Countries Handled the documentation for the Pre-shipment and Post- shipment documentation for Exports

Highlights: Delivered a cost savings impact of approximately USD0.30 Million by negotiating with the CFS and obtained 50% cost reduction

in CFS handling charges and 10 days free period for ground storage Awarded with Gold Award for Outstanding Employee Performance in import / export

EDUCATION

2007 Post Graduate Diploma (Logistics Management), IIMM, Pune 2006 Diploma (Customs Clearance), IISM, Chennai1998 Post Graduate Diploma (Computer Applications), PG Centre Trichur, Kerala1996 Bachelor in English Literature, Calicut University

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 10thJanuary 1975Languages Known: English, Hindi and MalayalamPassport Details: H 1698780, Valid till 18.12.2018