Mohamed Maher Elsayed

With over 15 years of expertise in Logistics and Supply Chain across Egypt and Saudi Arabia, I am an experienced and results-driven Logistics and Supply Chain Manager. I am proficient in freight forwarding, ocean freight solutions, customs clearance, warehousing, inventory management, procurement, and cost optimization. Proven track record of evaluating optimal carrier routes, managing carrier RFQs, streamlining first/last mile transportation, and ensuring regulatory compliance across complex supply networks.

Logistics Operations Manager - Nutso Shipping Logistics - Cairo, Egypt

(2025-09)

• Evaluate and identify the most efficient end-to-end multi-modal logistics solutions across all major shipping lines, taking into account unique P.O.D, preferred P.O.L, and production availability constraints.
• Manage carrier procurement by floating RFQs to prospective shipping lines, instantly securing spot rates via digital portals and direct electronic communications.
• Structure comprehensive commercial quotations and export master plans for corporate clients, negotiating timelines aligned with targeted booking cut-offs.
• Execute ocean freight bookings through diverse shipping line networks and coordinate seamless pickup, inland trucking dispatch, and cargo stuffing.
• Oversee export regulatory compliance by auditing, consolidating, and dispatching all primary customs clearance documentation (e.g., Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Health Certificates) to clearance agents.
• Finalize and submit precise Shipping Instructions (SI) based on actual loaded volumes and verify draft/original Bills of Lading (B/L) prior to shipper distribution.
• Streamline financial processes by auditing shipping line invoices, coordinating with carrier accounting teams, and formulating payment schedules.
• Direct the prompt issuance of original B/L or Telex releases based on customer directives, and facilitate the acquisition of Certificates of Origin (COO).
• Maintain proactive client engagement, providing continuous, transparent tracking milestones and shipment updates to shippers.

Logistics Manager - Kalaxx Co. - Cairo, Egypt

(2023-08 - 2025-08)

• Manage all Supply Chain operations including Warehousing, Planning, Inventory control, and First / Last mile delivery.
• Optimized on-time delivery rate by 15%.
• Achieved warehouse space utilization improvement by 20%.

Logistics Director - Al Obour Modern Co. - Cairo, Egypt

(2020-09 - 2023-07)

• Directed end-to-end Supply Chain activities including Warehousing, Transportation, Planning, and Purchasing.
• Reduced procurement lead time by 18% through supplier relationship improvements.
• Optimized on-time order fulfillment to 96%.

Logistics Director - Watania Agriculture for Food Production - Riyadh, KSA

(2019-08 - 2020-05)

• Implemented full Supply Chain functions covering Warehousing, Inventory control, First/Last Mile Delivery, Planning, and Purchasing.
• Enhanced inventory accuracy from 88% to 97%.
• Reduced transportation cost per ton by 12% through optimized route planning.
• Achieved 100% on-time order loading without delays or renting additional trucks.

Logistics Manager - Al Munajem Cold Stores - Riyadh, KSA

(2014-07 - 2019-07)

• Implemented Supply Chain operations focusing on Warehousing and First/Last Mile Delivery Planning.
• Reduced total supply chain costs by 50% through route optimization, warehouse space utilization, and vendor negotiations.
• Achieved inventory turnover improvement by 22%.
• Optimized warehouse space utilization by 30%.

Logistics Head - Al Munajem Cold Stores - Riyadh, KSA

(2011-04 - 2014-06)

• Managed end-to-end customs clearance processes and supervised all inbound/outbound shipping documentation.
• Supervised all shipping documentation activities and ensured full regulatory compliance.
• Reduced export documentation errors by 40%.
• Overseen First Mile Delivery operations to ensure seamless supply chain flow.

Supply Chain Cost Controller - Al Munajem Cold Stores - Riyadh, KSA

(2009-07 - 2011-03)

• Implemented Supply Chain cost tracking for transportation, storage, and transfers.
• Reduced monthly reporting cycle from 10 days to 4 days.

Accountant & Stock Controller - Various Companies - Cairo, Egypt

(2003-11 - 2009-04)

• Performed accounting and inventory control duties across multiple companies.

Master's Degree - International Transport & Logistics (English Section) - Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Department - Faculty of Commerce, Ain Shams University