Pankaj Dayama

Results-driven Supply Chain & Export Logistics Leader with 20+ years of experience managing global logistics operations, international trade compliance, and end-to-end supply chain optimization. Proven track record in freight negotiation, cost optimization, digital transformation, and cross-border operations (USA DDP, Global and European OEM customers, shipments worldwide). Demonstrated success in handling high-volume export operations (2000+ FEUs containers/month), improving service levels, and driving profitability through strategic vendor management and process excellence.

Strong leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams and multi-plant coordination.

Manager – Export Logistics - Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT)

(2002-12)

Lead end-to-end export logistics operations across multiple plants, managing high-volume global shipments and driving cost efficiencies.

• Managed export logistics operations exceeding 2000+ FEUs containers/month across global markets.
• Led a team of 8 logistics professionals, driving operational excellence and SLA adherence.
• Negotiated ocean freight contracts with shipping lines and forwarders, delivering significant cost savings and improved margins.
• Coordinated dispatches across 4 manufacturing plants and warehouse, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and zero critical failures.
• Managed USA DDP shipments, including customs duties, compliance, and issue resolution.
• Handled Global OEM customer shipments along with Europe DAP shipments.
• Oversaw air, sea, and cross-border road shipments (including Pakistan and re-export operations).
• Implemented process improvements reducing transit delays and enhancing customer satisfaction and service reliability.
• Implemented container tracking system (Ocean Insights / Project44), improving shipment visibility and decision-making.
• Developed in-house digital payment solution for shipping lines, improving transaction efficiency.
• Led development of local transportation tracking system (Fareye integration) for real-time logistics monitoring.
• Reduced logistics costs through strategic freight negotiations and route optimization.
• Improved operational transparency and reduced manual interventions via digital tools integration.
• Enhanced supply chain agility and responsiveness across global markets.

Account Assistant - Everight Tube Co.

(2002-06 - 2002-11)

• Managed accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and financial records.
• Performed bank reconciliation and financial accuracy checks.

Bachelor of Commerce - B. Com - Shivaji University (2001)

HSC - Pune Board

SSC - Pune Board

Certificate Course - Export / Import - EXIM Institute, Mumbai