Vinod Kumar

Supply Chain Logistics Admin @ Silverline Gate Dairy Manufacturing

About

Results-driven Logistics & Supply Chain Manager with 10+ years of UAE FMCG experience, overseeing high-volume import, export, and distribution operations of 300+ containers per month. Track record of achieving 15%+ cost savings through freight negotiation, WMS implementation, and process optimization. Expert in UAE customs compliance and digital trade platforms including Dubai Trade (Mirsal 2), ZAD and ADAFSA with a consistent focus on operational efficiency and cost control.

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Logistics & Supply Chain

Skill

Cost Control, Management, IT Operations, Supply Chain Collaboration, Continuity of Operations, Team Facilitation, WMS Implementations, Customs Regulations, A&D, Customs Clearance, Manufacturing Process Improvement, Process Automation, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Distribution Requirements Planning, Import Compliance, Inventory Planning, Planning Budgeting & Forecasting, Documentation, Computer Science Education, Warehouse Management Systems

Experience

Supply Chain Logistics Admin

Silverline Gate Dairy Manufacturing

2015-10 - Present · 11 yrs

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Lead end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations for FMCG dairy products across imports, exports, and UAE distribution. • Manage high-volume operations of 300+ containers per month, ensuring uninterrupted supply with zero downtime. • Negotiate contracts with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and transporters, achieving 15%+ annual cost savings. • Ensure 100% regulatory compliance for imports and exports via Dubai Trade (Mirsal 2), Dubai Chamber, MOFA, ZAD, and ADAFSA. • Oversee complex import clearance operations, including delivery orders, approvals, customs declarations, and inland transportation. • Head warehouse and distribution operations, managing loading/offloading, dispatch planning, and UAE-wide daily deliveries exceeding 100+ tons per day. • Led WMS implementation and process automation, improving inventory accuracy, visibility, and operational efficiency. • Execute inventory planning using FSN analysis, ensuring material availability while reducing excess stock and holding costs. • Establish and monitor departmental KPIs to drive productivity, accountability, and faster turnaround times. • Collaborate with production and procurement teams to align manufacturing output with shipping plans and demand. • Lead and develop a cross-functional team of 15+ staff, including warehouse personnel, drivers, and documentation teams.

Co Founder, CEO

VR Technos

2012-11 - 2020-12 · 8 yrs 2 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

It is a website development company started by two members, I being one of them. The aim is to provide each and every community an online service to promote their relative business.

Assistant It Manager

MLJ Group of Companies

2013-10 - 2015-9 · 2 yrs

Managed internal IT systems, databases and business operations supporting operational continuity. Provided system administration, reporting and technical support for cross-functional teams. Built strong foundation in process automation, data management and systems integration, later applied to logistics and WMS leadership roles.