Denzil Vellara

Accomplished logistics and supply chain professional with extensive global operations, marketing, and major sporting event experience. Expert in leading complex international flows, optimizing efficiency, and elevating customer experience. Highly motivated to join your team and apply my expertise to drive its continued growth and success.

Project Manager - Informa Connect Middle East - Dubai, UAE

(2025-06 - 2025-09)

• Spearheaded exhibitions and conferences, overseeing end-to-end planning, coordination, and on-site execution
• Provided comprehensive operational and logistical support to ensure smooth event delivery and adherence to project requirements
• Coordinated vendors, suppliers, and internal/external stakeholders to align resources and timelines
• Managed event logistics, including scheduling, setup, materials, and support services, to maintain continuity of operations.

Venue Logistics Manager - AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024 - Doha, Qatar

(2023-12 - 2024-11)

• Provided the Stadium authority with logistical support while hosting the opening and closing ceremony for AFC Under 23 tournament in April 2024, in addition to roles and responsibilities outlined below with AFC 2023.

Venue Logistics Manager - AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 - Doha, Qatar

(2023-04 - 2024-02)

• Contributed to the success of the Asian Cup 2024 by developing, implementing, and managing Logistics Venue Operating Plans across assigned venue clusters
• Material Planning and Coordination: Reviewed, validated, and coordinated material plans with all venue-based Functional Areas, ensuring consistency and efficiency in material planning across multiple venues
• Venue Operating Plans Management: Planned and coordinated bump-in, re-supply, transition, and bump-out logistics for all assigned sites in line with AFC requirements
• Site Visits and Audits: Conducted detailed site visits, FFE audits, and stock takes, demonstrating strong attention to detail and inventory control
• Timeline and Deliverables Management: Managed venue-based timelines, milestones, and logistics deliverables, ensuring adherence to project schedules and event readiness
• Staff Hiring and Supervision: Led the hiring, supervision, and performance management of a team of 15 direct reports, including allocation of work assignments and setting project goals
• Information Flow Leadership: Coordinated information flow on Venue Logistics operations to all relevant Functions, ensuring timely communication and operational alignment. Oversaw the delivery of function-requested materials from the Main Logistics Center to venues, securing on-time supply for match and non‑match day operations
• Adaptability and Compliance: Adapted proactively to changing operational needs in a dynamic event environment while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance with SC Quality Policy and security rules
• Golf Cart Management: Managed the entire fleet of golf carts at the stadium, ensuring vehicles were maintained and in good working condition for use by all Functional Areas on match and non‑match days

Material Planning Senior Specialist - Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Doha, Qatar

(2021-09 - 2023-06)

• Materials planning activities required working closely with the Support Logistics Operations Sub-Project, with Q22 Materials Planning stream and with every Host Country (HC) Project, supporting them with the internal validation of Furniture, Fixtures Equipment (FF) requirements, to ensure that the correct materials were received, tracked, distributed and incorporated into a legacy strategy.
• Assisted the Materials Management Senior Manager and worked collaboratively with the Logistics Service Provider in developing the dissolution strategy.
• Supported the maintenance of a material inventory database, including part numbers, descriptions and costs for all items to be purchased and/or leased
• Managed the development of tools, briefings and engagement opportunities to communicate Materials Management requirements and making it relatable to external stakeholders, including consultants.
• Coordinated the asset management of HC assets and non-HC assets that impact the Logistics supply chain, such as Q22, FIFA and Venue owned material.

Direct Fulfillment Analyst - Direct Fulfillment (Rapid Deployment Centre) - The Home Depot Canada - Vaughan, Canada

(2016-05 - 2021-07)

• Served as the primary representative for Home Depot, effectively managing carrier relationships during the nationwide implementation of a new appliance distribution phase, contributing to Home Depot's rise as the #1 Appliance Retailer in Canada.
• Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives by proposing strategies to enhance operational efficiency, minimize costs, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Liaised between carriers and Home Depot insurance adjusters for claims resolution and escalations
• Lead weekly carrier meetings to review KPI's and course correcting to ensure monthly service level cost targets are achieved
• Took charge of carrier education and training on delivery Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), offering support and conducting regular delivery audits to uphold service quality.

Assistant Venue Logistics Manager - Pan American / Para Pan American Games - Toronto 2015 - Toronto, Canada

(2015-04 - 2015-09)

• Bump-in Bump-out of the Village (Supervised and coordinated the furnishing of 8 residential buildings from empty rooms to fully furnished rooms, Athletes Lounge, Games Room, Resident Centres, Dining Halls, Polyclinic and removal of all product after the games).
• Trained, oversaw, mentored and supervised a Logistics crew of 20 - 40 people on a daily basis that assisted with labor and logistics related tasks.
• Coordinated with the Material Planning Department, Logistics Operations and Suppliers to develop an effective supply chain process for efficient back-of-house operations.
• Assisted Teams during Arrivals Departures, with luggage and sporting equipment, using cube cargo vans within the village.
• Sport Equipment Transfer Lead - Logistics Athlete relations / Scheduling / Fleet management of all sporting equipment to and from the Athletes Village to all participating venues.
• Inventory Lead during Bump-out - Scheduled, Coordinated between suppliers and the warehouse, operated a propane forklift on a daily basis to load up containers and maintained the inventory flow so all product could be removed from the village to meet strict deadlines

Account Executive - H2Q Events and Promotions - Dubai, UAE

(2011-10 - 2012-07)

• Conceptualized, planned and executed the initial launch of Tim Horton’s in the UAE, at 3 locations in Dubai and one location in Abu Dhabi.
• Acquired business projects with the FMCG department of Proctor and Gamble, Unilever, PepsiCo Nestle on promotions such as Pringles, Head and Shoulders, Quality Street, Clear Shampoo, Pepsi Max, Dove, Lipton Ice Tea Hershey's Chocolates, tracking promotion of the products resulting in sales.
• Coordinated Event Setups, Logistics and dress rehearsals of several entertainment artists on product launches, corporate events and shows.

V.I.P Guest and Logistics Coordinator - NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LAUNCH AT SIR BANI YAS ISLAND - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2009-10 - 2009-10)

• Coordinated end-to-end logistics, safari trips, timing, and VIP guest requirements ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience
• Coordinated entertainment artists’ schedules and performance show times, aligning with event timelines and VIP guest expectations
• Planned, booked, and confirmed luxury transportation, accommodations, and special access services

Logistics Assistant / Print Traffic Team - DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AT DUBAI MEDIA CITY - Dubai, UAE

(2008-12 - 2010-12)

• Promoted effective teamwork in coordinating and managing international film materials received at the

Certified Supply Chain Professional - Association for Supply Chain Management (2026)

Master of Management - Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Odette School of Business at University of Windsor (2013 - 2013)

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing - Canadian University of Dubai (2011 - 2011)

Diploma - Event Management and Innovative Marketing - EMDI Institute of Media and Communication (2010 - 2010)