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Urvi Shah

Aldie

Summary

Highly skilled in supply chain and logistics management with a focus on international operations. Proficient in developing and maintaining resource documents for planning, communication, and execution of engagements and global meetings. Experienced in production planning, inventory management, and providing regular updates to stakeholders. Skilled in coordinating and tracking shipment status with various forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, and agents. Proficient in procurement of raw materials from international sources, order processing, and import-export documentation preparation. Strong background in demand and supply planning, following FDA rules and regulations. Effective in maintaining client/customer coordination and communication with 3PL partners for road and rail transportation. Well-versed in container and freight planning, as well as forex fundamentals. Experienced in working closely with international operations teams to ensure compliance with global and local regulations for air/ocean operations. Proven ability to drive implementation activities into countries to optimize processes and tools.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Analyst

Dynex Technologies
03.2023 - Current
  • Gather user requirements and create documentation for functional and technical specifications.
  • Configure SAP modules based on client business processes and requirements.
  • Analyze business needs and translate them into SAP solutions.
  • Assist in project planning, resource allocation, and scheduling.
  • Design and perform testing on SAP functionality to ensure that the system is fully integrated and optimized.
  • Track project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
  • Work with third-party vendors
  • Develop and execute projects to enhance supply chain operations
  • Work with key stakeholders to identify process improvements and provide SAP-driven solutions.
  • Assess vendor operations and enforce compliance with quality standards
  • Measure supply chain performance and report to management


Financial Analyst -Amazon

NSD
08.2017 - 12.2022
  • Partner with departments such as marketing, operations, and sales to assess the financial feasibility of new projects.
  • Provide financial insights to help guide key business decisions, such as pricing strategies, expansions, and investments.
  • Analyze financial data, including revenue, expenses, and profit margins, to support strategic decision-making.
  • Help with forecasting demand for Amazon’s logistics network, taking into account seasonal trends, product launches, and promotional periods.
  • Plan capacity for transportation and fulfillment operations to ensure efficient delivery of packages.
  • Work with teams to ensure appropriate levels of resources (vehicles, personnel, warehouses) are available.
  • Collect and analyze logistics data (e.g., delivery times, inventory movement, transportation costs).
  • Use advanced data analytics tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau, etc.) to generate performance reports, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and identify trends or areas for improvement.
  • Provide regular updates to management and stakeholders on logistics performance metrics.

Logistics Analyst

DHL Same Day
04.2013 - 07.2016
  • optimizing the supply chain and logistics processes, ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods and services
  • Develop and maintain reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) like delivery accuracy, inventory turnover, lead times, and transportation costs.
  • Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and meet customer delivery expectations.
  • Forecast logistics demand and plan capacity needs to ensure efficient handling of goods.
  • Assist in resource planning for transportation (e.g., trucks, freight) and warehouse operations (e.g., personnel, equipment).

Account Manager-Transportation

Samrat Container Lines
11.2010 - 04.2013
  • Oversee and manage day-to-day transportation operations for assigned client accounts.
  • Coordinate the delivery and transportation of goods, ensuring that services are completed on time and within budget.
  • Work closely with the operations, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure efficient execution of transportation services.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Provide clients with detailed cost breakdowns, billing statements, and cost-saving recommendations.
  • Work within budget parameters to ensure that transportation operations are both efficient and financially viable.

Supply Chain Specialist -International Business

The Gujarat Tea Processors & Packers Ltd
01.2008 - 09.2010
  • Supervision of the import & export shipments managing the buying and delivery process of goods or services and the placement and delivery of purchase orders
  • Negotiate rates with CHA & ocean carriers secure best possible rates with the company's buying policy
  • You will also coordinate all inbound and outbound traffic, maximizing cost-effectiveness and tracking all consignments
  • Working with closely with the Sales Director to ensure best supply chain tool has been used per the company policy
  • Coordinating with CHA (Custom House Agent) time-to-time for streamlined shipping documentation
  • Coordinating with Plant Operation Department and Supply Chain Department for Demand Planning
  • Coordinating with International Buyers from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, UAE and Oman for scheduled shipments and payments
  • Managing online operations of www.buytea.com, which B2C e-commerce portal

Customer Care Executive/Account Assistant

Montana Shipping LLC
12.2006 - 01.2008
  • Company Overview: Montana Shipping LLC is a freight forwarder having their import operations of LCL and FCL Shipments to Jebel Ali, Dubai - UAE
  • Handling all import shipments, Tracking, Documentation, Customer Service, Invoicing and Account Receivable
  • Processing Invoice, check requests
  • Managed Accounting Report and preparing statements of Income and Expenses
  • L/C - Letter of Credit (banking operation) - Monitoring on behalf of client for the export operations
  • MIS preparation using Excel worksheet and PowerPoint
  • Accounting - Maintenance of Payment out books including receipts and invoices
  • Montana Shipping LLC is a freight forwarder having their import operations of LCL and FCL Shipments to Jebel Ali, Dubai - UAE

Import / Export Executive

Vishakha Polyfab Pvt. Ltd
03.2001 - 11.2006
  • Company Overview: Vishakha Polyfab Pvt
  • Ltd
  • Is a Private Limited company running a plastic factory in India associated with one of the prominent groups named Adani Wilmar of India
  • Having strong export network in Dubai
  • Supervision of the import & export shipments managing the buying and delivery process of goods or services and the placement and delivery of purchase orders
  • Negotiate rates with CHA & ocean carriers secure best possible rates with the company's buying policy
  • You will also coordinate all inbound and outbound traffic, maximizing cost-effectiveness and tracking all consignments
  • Managing international clients by developing and maintaining good customer service and relations
  • Inventory Management and Material Requirement Planning (MRP) - coordinated with Reliance Petrochemicals and BASF on behalf of Plant Operation Department
  • Documentation Management for Import & Export Operations
  • Vishakha Polyfab Pvt
  • Ltd
  • Is a Private Limited company running a plastic factory in India associated with one of the prominent groups named Adani Wilmar of India
  • Having strong export network in Dubai

Education

Diploma in Commercial Practice - Business Administration

Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Bachelor of Commerce - Master of Business Administration

Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Logistics optimization
  • Account management

Applications Software Usability

Windows98, Excel, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Traxx (Citrix), TMW (Citrix), Quick Books, ERP, SAP – Syspro, Freight Stream, Tally Accounting, Cargo wise, SAP, SharePoint, Azure DevOps, Syspro, DOT, IATA, Amazon Logistics, AES (Online Export Filing), Airline cargo booking sites, Maersk Line Ocean Cargo booking, cargo release, CSX booking, SBI International Banking for release of Bill of Exchange, submission of Letter of credit documents, Import, Export, International Trading & Travelling, Banking, Event Management documentation, FMCG, Supply Chain, International Logistics

Security Clearance

Able to obtain security clearance

Personal Information

Citizenship: US Citizen

Timeline

Supply Chain Analyst

Dynex Technologies
03.2023 - Current

Financial Analyst -Amazon

NSD
08.2017 - 12.2022

Logistics Analyst

DHL Same Day
04.2013 - 07.2016

Account Manager-Transportation

Samrat Container Lines
11.2010 - 04.2013

Supply Chain Specialist -International Business

The Gujarat Tea Processors & Packers Ltd
01.2008 - 09.2010

Customer Care Executive/Account Assistant

Montana Shipping LLC
12.2006 - 01.2008

Import / Export Executive

Vishakha Polyfab Pvt. Ltd
03.2001 - 11.2006

Bachelor of Commerce - Master of Business Administration

Gujarat University

Diploma in Commercial Practice - Business Administration

Gujarat University
Urvi Shah