Seshan Moodley

Clearing Agent | Finance & Compliance Specialist Customs & Logistics: Navigate customs clearance, HS codes, and regulatory compliance as both importer and clearing agent. International Finance: Manage FECs, foreign currency payments, and cash flow forecasting for accurate financial reporting. Compliance & Risk: Oversee supplier factory audits (BSCI, SMETA, Disney FAMA) to ensure global standards. Strategic Problem-Solving: Proactively resolve stop shipments (NRCS, Customs, Border Police), ensuring seamless goods flow. Landed Costing Tracking (LCT): Cost Distribution for imported goods on Syspro Past Roles: Operations Head – Warehouse & Supply Chain Procurement & Administration Achievements: Certificate of Recognition | Certificate of Excellence | Long-standing Service Award

Oversee daily operations across multiple functions including Receiving, Floor Management, and the Service Department, ensuring smooth store operations and high customer service standards. Directed Service Department functions by ordering supplies for key departments (Butchery, Deli, Bakery, Fruit and Vegetables), acting as Head Buyer for fresh produce directly purchasing at City Deep Market, managing stock rotation and cost control to reduce wastage. As Receiving Manager, ensured accurate documentation of incoming goods, processed claims efficiently, and implemented measures to reduce theft. In the role of Floor Manager, maintained effective stock replenishment, updated pricing labels, scheduled shifts for merchandisers, and ensured a clean, organized sales floor. Performed additional responsibilities such as cash and bank reconciliation and provided support in roles like Cashier or Supervisor when needed, contributing to overall operational efficiency.

Managed international logistics by liaising with overseas suppliers, clearing agents, and buyers to ensure timely shipment and accurate documentation. Developed and maintained key schedules (e.g. Shipment Schedule Update, DCC Permit Schedule, and Shipment Payment Schedule) to streamline shipping and payment processes. Coordinated sales and delivery operations through specialized schedules, such as the Pep Schedule Update and Stock Schedules, ensuring timely replenishment and effective order tracking. Successfully handled additional responsibilities in 2009/2010, including managing Mr. Price shipments—negotiating freight rates, running stock on QuickBooks, and coordinating with warehouses and customs to resolve shipment issues. In 2011/2012, spearheaded the management of the Jet Men’s Formalwear Account, overseeing end-to-end shipping, documentation, and dispatch operations.