Muhammad Qaiser

Logistics and shipping specialist with 30+ years of global experience managing freight operations, supply chains, ERP systems, and international route development. Proven track record of optimizing shipment processes, negotiating carrier rates, and leading teams in high-pressure environments. Member of the National Trade & Transport Facilitation Committee under the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

SKILLS

- Freight negotiation (Air & Sea)

- Export operations and customs clearance

- ERP, EDI & Microsoft Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP, IF functions)

- Route optimization and container utilization

- Strategic planning and financial forecasting

- Vendor and customer relationship management

- Training and leadership development

- Documentation and compliance (L/Cs, BLs)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Asmara International Limited – Hong Kong Based, Manager Shipping

March 2015–Present

Manage exports from Pakistan to Europe; optimize container usage.

Coordinate with shippers, consignees, and consolidators.

Ensure timely documentation, pre-alerts, and EDI updates.

Generate financial reports and shipment analytics 

Millennium Shipping & Logistics, Manager Operations

Jan 2013–Feb-2015

Negotiated freight rates; ensured operational excellence.

Supervised customs clearing and customer service departments.

Oversaw documentation, BL issuance, and payments.

Abdul Aziz Savul & Co., Regional Manager

Feb-2012–Dec-2012

Developed new land routes via Iran & Turkey.

Expanded regional business presence, trained staff.

Led budget planning, client negotiations, and sales strategy

Seagold (Private) Ltd., Branch Manager

Jul-2008–Oct-2011

Created ground shipping routes to China & Central Asia 

Developed new clients and handled payment recovery 

Managed customs coordination and team training 

*Matrix Clothing Group, Manager Shipping

Sep-1997–Jun-2008

Oversaw DDP and FOB shipments to USA 

Initiated DDP model for better profitability 

Provided financial performance reports and forecasts 

Knit Knot (Pvt) Ltd., Manager Imports and Exports

Feb-1993–Aug-1997

Handled all imports/exports, logistics, documentation, and banking 

Maintained bonded warehouse records and export refinance 

B.Z. University – Multan 

1993

B-Com.  (Advance Accounts, Auditing and Cost Accounting)