Akmal Iqbal

- Manage end to end import operations in KSA, including customs clearance, documentation, and coordination with freight forwarders - Handle Export Letters of Credit, including draft review, amendments, and negotiation with banks Prepare and verify shipping documents such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and Bills of Lading - Coordinate shipment quotations, negotiate freight rates, and ensure cost effective logistics execution Liaise with customs authorities, SABER system, and internal teams to ensure compliance with local regulations - Supervise delivery orders, re export shipments, and client clearance processes -Apply Incoterms 2020 in daily operations and ensure proper execution across shipments - Coordinate with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams for smooth order processing and VAT claims - Plan and support logistics activities for warehousing, transportation, and supplier coordination - Maintain accurate documentation, filing systems, and shipment tracking to ensure timely delivery

Major Duties: - Managed end-to-end import, export, and re-export logistics for air, sea, and multimodal shipments across KSA and GCC, ensuring on-time customs clearance and delivery. - Coordinated with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and 3PL vendors for seamless shipment execution and documentation control. - Administered SABER and FASAH portals for product registration, Quality Mark issuance, HS code validation, and regulatory compliance (SASO, SFDA, FASAH, GCC standards). - Oversaw customs duty payments, SOA reconciliation, and invoice verification with finance for cost control. - Supervised documentation processes including COO, packing lists, delivery notes, and POD tracking for audit readiness. - Developed Excel-based dashboards to track shipment status, monitor KPIs, and implement process improvements - Supported procurement and project teams with logistics planning, vendor coordination, and compliance training. - Negotiated transportation rates and monitored vendor/3PL performance to optimize cost and service. - Acted as primary contact for project teams’ logistics queries, resolving bottlenecks and ensuring SLA compliance. Key Achievements: - Successfully managed full SABER cycle for multiple high-value shipments, ensuring uninterrupted clearance and regulatory compliance. - Implemented shipment tracking dashboards that improved visibility and reduced clearance delays by 20%. - Coordinated clearance and project material shipments with 100% compliance to GCC regulations. - Streamlined vendor and 3PL operations, reducing lead time by 10% while maintaining service quality. - Led internal training sessions on SABER and regulatory compliance, enhancing team efficiency and reducing errors. - Ensured timely delivery and documentation of critical project materials, supporting high-profile -procurement and construction projects.

Major Duties: - Managed end-to-end import, export, and re-export operations across air, sea, and multimodal channels, including FCL and LCL shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with INCOTERMS 2020. - Coordinated with shipping lines, airlines, customs authorities, and internal teams to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. - Negotiated freight rates, scheduled bookings, and optimized carrier utilization for high-volume shipments. - Supervised documentation teams, ensuring accuracy and completeness of MBL, HBL, COO, commercial invoices, packing lists, manifests, and customs declarations. - Developed Excel-based tracking tools, standardized documentation processes, and streamlined filing systems to improve transparency and reduce preparation time. - Managed daily coordination with warehouse, trucking, and port teams for cargo readiness, loading schedules, and shipment tracking dashboards. - Ensured customs clearance, SLA adherence, and cost control through proactive planning, vendor management, and process improvements. - Supported re-export operations, diplomatic, and defense shipments requiring specialized handling and customs compliance. Key Achievements: - Optimized handling of over 100 TEUs of export cargo weekly, maintaining consistent on-time performance and cost efficiency. - Improved inter-departmental communication, reducing shipment delays by 80%. - Cleared withheld diplomatic consignments during COVID-19 through strategic coordination with customs and port authorities. - Enhanced export documentation accuracy, reducing submission discrepancies by 40%. - Standardized booking and delivery processes, improving operational efficiency across teams.

Major Duties: - Prepared and verified import/export documents including Bills of Lading, ISF 10+2 filings, customs forms, commercial invoices, packing lists, and delivery notes. - Ensured accuracy and compliance of all shipping and customs documentation with client, carrier, and legal requirements. - Maintained organized filing systems for shipments to support audits and regulatory checks. - Coordinated with operations and finance teams to ensure timely submission of shipment documents for release and payment. - Compiled shipment schedules, route plans, and internal booking notes to track cargo flow and improve visibility. - Implemented manual export documentation tracking logs and internal reporting tools for shipment summaries, billing notes, and compliance logs. - Supported operations and customer service teams to ensure faster document turnaround and smooth shipment processing. Key Achievements: - Created standardized document templates, reducing preparation time and ensuring consistency. - Managed documentation for 100+ export shipments weekly with zero non-compliance cases reported. - Improved efficiency in export documentation processes, enabling faster customs clearance and better customer updates. - Reduced processing time for export documentation by 30% through tracking logs and workflow improvements.

In 04 Year Bachelors Degree Program of Environmental Sciences, I studied environmental systems, sustainability, and regulatory frameworks with emphasis on environmental law, compliance, and risk management. Gained knowledge in Technical & analytical reporting, and policy interpretation — all of which also supported me in my current logistics role to handle regulatory documentation & compliances with international standards. This degree also strengthened my attention to detail and taught me structured communication which enhanced my core skills to apply in my regular tasks.