Moasser Raza Khan
Diamond Plaza, Majaz 2, Sharjah, U.A.E., Tel.: +971552184032, moasser_khan@hotmail.com
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A competent professional with over 22 years of experience in in the field of Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain Management & Administration with major Geotechnical Companies in Middle East and Trading/Manufacturing/Chemical & Leather Industry in West Africa.
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• Experienced in onshore and off-shore Land and Marine project handling in Middle East, West Africa, UK,
USA, Tanzania for Geotechnical/Survey Companies (Marine & Land).
• Competent in logistics/supply chain for Chemicals, plant & equipment and Manufacturing Industry.
• Successfully completed various mobilization of Vessel/Projects for clients like Aramco in KSA and WPD in
Taiwan.
• Well versed with Logistics/Customs procedures within Middle east, Taiwan, Africa, UK and USA.
• A strategic planner with expertise in implementing cost saving measures to achieve reduction in cost.
• Experienced in efficient Operations/Logistics Management and resource planning (land and Marine).
• Experienced in large number of equipment and crew deployment and management both local and
overseas.
• Well exposed to Vessel and Cargo clearance.
• Possess effective communication, negotiation & relationship management skills with people
management & motivational abilities.
• Adept knowledge of working with Suppliers, Freight forwarders and experienced in better control and
enhancing systems for higher performance of the team and growth of the company.
• Establishing Contract management and negotiated with suppliers and freight forwarders for cost
effective solution.
• Adequate knowledge of plant/workshop and store management.
• Well versed with inventory control system.
• Competent in procurement/import of machineries & spare-parts.
• Experienced in data management and process flow reporting.
• Experienced in Operational and logistical procedures, formalities, transportation & documentation.
• Developed and maintained long term professional relationship with all suppliers/vendors.
• Apprising MIS reports of inward / outward logistics with a view to appraise top management and
customers of the routine inventory management activities.
• Conducted analysis on change in Government rules and implementations.
• Streamlined efforts for attaining short and long term goals of the company with the help of preparing
hitch free flow of operations by providing adequate information for MIS.
• Key involvement in staff assessment, evaluation, training and development, audits and equipment certification.
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Senior Logistics Manager, Nov 2018 to Date
Horizon Geosciences, SAIF Zone Sharjah, U.A.E.
• Responsible for mobilization of major Marine Geotechnical vessel/projects in Middle East, Taiwan, UK
and USA for major clients like WPD in Taiwan and Aramco in KSA.
• Handled major projects like WPD Wind Farm project in Taiwan. Was responsible for equipment
mobilization with 2 chartered vessels from Middle East to Taiwan, equipment mobilization during project
duration in Taiwan and demobilization after project completion.
• Mobilization of various Geotechnical vessels for major Aramco clients (McDermott, L&T, KGO, KBR etc.)
• Well versed with off-shore working environment.
• Experienced in logistics operations on Global level (Import/Export)
• Well exposed to mobilization and demobilization of Geotechnical Equipment on Vessels/offshore.
• Maintained contracts with logistic providers and suppliers; updated contracts with the approval of the
concerned authority; and liaised with the service providers for logistical support of desired quality and
timeliness.
• Oversaw and coordinated all documentation, sanction and transactions in matters regarding import of
equipment, materials and samples, as well as “export” of such equipment and materials to our branches
or project sites in other countries/locations.
• Oversaw and coordinated issue of permits.
• Established relations with various departments in order to coordinate matters/issues and solved ongoing
problems speedily.
• Acted as mentor and counsellor of subordinate staffs in logistics.
• Key involvement in performance assessment and evaluation.
• Key involvement in Logistics reporting and audits (internal and external).
• Maintained proper reporting of vendor assessment and KPIs.
• Generated logistics report for Management support.
• Oversaw Geotechnical purchases and supplier payments.
Operations Coordinator, April 2013 to Oct 2018
Fugro Middle East, Dubai, U.A.E.
• Key role player in mobilization of various Geotechnical projects in UAE, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, Tanzania,
Madagascar, Egypt, Bangladesh for Clients like Emmar, Metro 2020, DWC, DP World, Adnoc, Hail &
Ghasha, Aramco, McDermott, etc.
• Managed all resource planning and logistics operations on Global level.
• Was responsible for all operational responsibilities of over 120 Employees.
• Organized all mobilization and demobilization of drilling crew and equipment.
• Managed and coordinate all manpower deployment, certifications and safety/off-shore training.
• Maintained contracts with transporters and related logistic providers and suppliers; update contracts
with the approval of the concerned authority; and liaise with the service providers for providing
transportation and related logistical support of desired quality and timeliness.
• Oversaw actual transportation of equipment, tools and crews to project sites and back, including any
change in manpower, exchange of equipment, etc.
• Coordinated all documentation, sanction and transactions in matters regarding import of equipment,
materials and samples, as well as “export” of such equipment and materials to our branches or project
sites in other countries/locations.
• Oversaw and coordinate the issue of permits, change of visa, security pass and such matters with PROs,
HR Dept. and PM’s in order to facilitate FME and other Fugro employees to work on project sites and
travel to other locations.
• Supervised and transacted local purchases with sanction of concerned authority, and negotiate rates with vendors, where called for.
• Oversaw stores and plant management for Dubai yard/workshop.
• Maintained data and a database regarding employee project allocation, leave, off-shore leave,
certifications, technical training and project/location/role related training, etc. on a daily basis and serve
as the “owner” of such information, to support Operations Manager, Project Managers, Department
Managers, Site Supervisors, etc. Sanction leave of drillers.
• Managed employee relations with drilling crews, and also transact changes in their projects or project
timings/schedules, and trouble shoot all matters related to their leave, off-days, as well as grievances and
disciplinary issues in a smooth and firm manner.
• Managed contracted staff for drilling and related services, from liaising with contractors to all
documentation, allocation to project, attendance verification, payment to contractors, etc.
• Ensured handling and storage of equipment, tools and materials adhere to Quality and HSE norms of
FME.
• Oversaw HSE policy and norms at work both in the work shop and site.
• Collated with colleagues in various departments in order to coordinate various matters and solve
ongoing problems speedily.
• Acted as mentor and counsellor of drillers and drivers.
• Key involvement in performance assessment and evaluation.
Import/Logistics Manager, Feb’2009-Dec 2012
Gala Investments Ltd./Unaoil Nigeria Ltd., Kano, Nigeria.
• Directing the import teams and administering all import related transactions of the group of 7
companies & Unaoil Nigeria Ltd. (Suppliers, Banks, Government Agencies, Clearing Agents, etc.)
• Intimating top management with current process and procedures for imports and initiating business
development activities to improvise imports and reduce import costs.
• Leading a team of 7 members under import.
• Streamlining the reporting system and re-organising systems in warehousing.
• Supervising all the technical support function and handling group immigration and travel matters (for
expatriates).
• Resolving all logistical & group insurance issues.
• Responsible to supervising IT management (server, computer system etc.).
Import/Logistics Manager, Sep’2007-Jan’2009
Italtec Industrial Services Ltd./ Y.V. Leather, Kano, Nigeria as
• Handled all administrative and management (joint) decision taken for the company.
• Headed a team of 20 workers and reported directly to top Management.
• Responsible for imports, documentations, office sales, deliveries, payment and logistics matters.
• Handled all Immigration/Travel, Government and Bank matters.
Head of the Export, Aug’2001- Jul’2007
Fata Tanning Ltd., Kano, Nigeria
• Coordinated with government agencies and forwarded agents in respect of export.
• Presented critical reports for production and export regarding management information system and
planning.
• Initiated internal checks & cost-effective controls and handled the work management responsibilities.
• Managed the production planning and control activities.
• Import of machinery, plant and equipment and chemicals.
Admin. Officer, Nov1998 – Dec 2000
Ahmed Y. Al Yami Est. Thuqbah, Saudi Arabia
• Handled office data management, corresponded with suppliers/customers, preparation of quotation and
sales order for the customers.
• Reverted to product related queries, maintained correspondence and checked monthly reports required
by the head office.
-------------------------------------- Education ---------------------------------------
• Diploma in RDBMS Oracle with D2K, SSI, Bangalore, India in year 1998.
• Diploma in Computer Science, Informatics Computer Institute, Accredited to Cambridge University Local
Examination Syndicate Centre in India in year 1996.
• Class XII from V. K. S. College, Patna, India in year 1992.
Certification
• Junior Management Training Programme (Fugro Academy)
• Certificate in Golden Rules of HSE (Fugro Academy).
• Certificate in Anti-Bribe Policy.
• Certificate in Defensive Driving (UAE).
• Certificate Course in Network Engineering, ICI Patna, India in year 1997.
-------------------------------------- Personal Details --------------------------------
Date of Birth : 1st January 1974
Permanent Address : Flat No. F-3, Plot No. 48, Gali No. 22, Zakir Nagar, Okhla, New Delhi-110025
Present Address : 805 Diamond Plaza, Majaz 2, Sharjah, UAE.
Languages Known : English, Hindi, Urdu & Arabic (basic).
Passport Details : Z4983754 (Indian), Expiry 18th Feb 2029.
Marital Status : Married with 13 years old daughter and 5½ years son (living in UAE).