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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal Information
German Work Permit
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Arnold Abranches

Logistics Manager
Hamburg
Arnold Abranches

Summary

Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages

Work History

Beach Hamburg GmbH
Hamburg

Assistant Event Coordinator- Mini Job
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Ensured smooth execution of on-site logistics by supervising setup, tear down, and vendor coordination during events
  • Developed decor, theme and ambiance for events to satisfy client's vision and budget
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events

Menengai Oil Refineries Ltd
Mombasa

Logistics Manager
01.2013 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Coordinated dispatching of 100 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements
  • Led a streamlined transition of cargo from vessels at the port to depot, showcasing exceptional organizational skills
  • Collaborated with cargo surveyors to uphold stringent quality control standards
  • Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit
  • Ensured meticulous financial management by overseeing accurate accounting of daily operations
  • Generated comprehensive management reports, providing valuable insights into operational performance
  • Fostered effective communication with various departments, optimizing logistics processes and enhancing overall operational synergy.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly
  • Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling
  • Championed sustainability initiatives within the logistics department, reducing waste generation and promoting environmentally friendly practices throughout the supply chain
  • Established contingency plans for potential disruptions in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen circumstances
  • Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality

Tribe Hotel

Management Training Internship
05.2012 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Gained hands-on experience in Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing departments respectively and applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support

Education

Inlingua Sprachschule
, Hamburg, Germany

B2 Berufssprachkurs
06.2023 - 05.2023

Deutsch Akademie
, Hamburg, Germany

German language intensive course
11.2022 - 05.2023

United States International University
, Nairobi, Kenya

Bachelor in International Business Administration
09.2008 - 05.2012

University Overview

Subjects: Knowledge and understanding of Management across Cultures and the International Business Environment, International Business Strategy, Multicultural Communication, International Accounting, International Economics, International Business Management, International Finance

Aga Khan High School
, Mombasa, Kenya

01.2004 - 05.2007

University Overview

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Skills

Continuous Improvement

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Accomplishments

  • 2017 - 2018, Bulk Sugar Project
  • Successfully managed a significant bulk raw sugar offloading project at the port of Kenya, overseeing the storage and transport of 185,000 metric tons of raw sugar consecutively.
  • Sourced warehousing facilities and led the coordination of warehouse operations, managing a dedicated logistics team.
  • Established over 20 bagging plant facilities for raw sugar, ensuring the installation and sourcing of necessary labor.

Personal Information

  • Hobbies: Kite surfing, Deep sea fishing, Reading, Cooking, Traveling, Fitness
  • Date of Birth: 01/04/89
  • Nationality: Kenyan

German Work Permit

Valid

Timeline

Assistant Event Coordinator- Mini Job

Beach Hamburg GmbH
06.2023 - Current

Inlingua Sprachschule

B2 Berufssprachkurs
06.2023 - 05.2023

Deutsch Akademie

German language intensive course
11.2022 - 05.2023

Logistics Manager

Menengai Oil Refineries Ltd
01.2013 - 10.2022

Management Training Internship

Tribe Hotel
05.2012 - 08.2012

United States International University

Bachelor in International Business Administration
09.2008 - 05.2012

Aga Khan High School

01.2004 - 05.2007
Arnold AbranchesLogistics Manager