Deputy Manager – Dangerous Goods - CORTEN SHIPPING PVT. LTD - Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
(2025-11)
Due to internal business restructuring employees were transferred to the respective client/supporting companies; Role and responsibilities remain same
Deputy Manager – Dangerous Goods - HOUSE OF SHIPPING - Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
(2023-07 - 2025-10)
- Approved Dangerous Goods (DG) shipments by reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Dangerous Goods Declarations (DGD), and ensuring compliance with IMDG Code and international regulations.
- Served as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Dangerous Goods regulations, providing guidance on classification, labelling, marking, placarding, and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted risk assessments for hazardous and high-value cargo, supporting operational decision-making while minimizing compliance risks.
- Collaborated with shippers, carriers, ports, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, safe, and compliant cargo movement.
- Resolved compliance-related shipment issues by providing technical guidance and regulatory support, minimizing delays and operational disruptions.
- Prepared monthly operational performance reports and dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement.
Specialist – Dangerous Goods - MAERSK GLOBAL SERVICE CENTRE
(2017-07 - 2023-06)
- Processed Dangerous Goods applications for Dry, Reefer, and Tank containers.
- Validated MSDS, DGD, and tank certificates prior to shipment approval.
- Coordinated with international ports and operational teams for cargo acceptance and compliance.
- Monitored KPIs and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
Senior Executive – Tender management & Dangerous Goods Operations - CMA CGM SHARED SERVICE CENTRE
(2015-02 - 2017-06)
- Analysed customer tender requirements, coordinated with Sales teams, and ensured timely submission of competitive bids.
- Identify key commercial and operational requirements, clarify any ambiguities with the sales team or customer.
- coordinate with various stakeholders including Sales, Trade Management, Pricing, Operations, and Customer Service teams to gather the necessary inputs.
- Based on the collected information, I prepare a competitive and profitable pricing proposal while ensuring compliance with customer requirements
- ensure all documents, pricing schedules, and supporting information are completed accurately and submitted within the customer's deadline
- If the tender is awarded, I support contract implementation by coordinating with operations, customer service, and ensure a smooth customer onboarding process.
- Finally, I conduct a win/loss analysis to understand the reasons behind success or failure. This helps improve future tender strategies and pricing decisions
Associate – Tender & Contract Management - MAERSK GLOBAL SERVICE CENTRE
(2012-05 - 2015-02)
- Handled tender and contract management for key clients including LG, Bacardi, Yamaha, and Ford.
- Analysed tender requirements and updated contract data based on client specifications and deadlines.
- Coordinated between business owners and offshore teams for seamless execution and delivery.
- Ensured accuracy in file handling while maintaining SLA and errorfree submission
- Utilized MS Excel and Word extensively for data analysis.
