Azam Awan

Result-Driven Administrator, 25+ years of experience in operations management, strategic planning, and government liaison, with expertise in administration, security, logistics, and policy implementation. Proven track record of optimizing resources, streamlining processes, and driving organizational success. Seeking a leadership role to leverage expertise and drive operational excellence.

GM Ops, Admin & Security at APX Logistics (2023-06-30 – Present)

Operations & Supply Chain Management, Administration, Security, and Leadership & Human Resources

• Develop and implement operational and supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and meet business objectives
• Oversee the entire order cycle, including procurement, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and distribution
• Identify areas for improvement and implement best practices and methodologies (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)
• Establish and monitor quality standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Manage relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance of third-party logistics (3PL) providers, carriers, and suppliers
• Examine operational and financial data to forecast needs, analyze trends, manage budgets, and make informed business decisions
• Formulate, implement, and enforce administrative systems, policies, and procedures across all departments
• Collaborate with the finance department on budget preparation and monitor expenditures
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Serve as a central point of contact, ensuring seamless communication and coordination between different departments
• Oversee robust record-keeping and filing systems, and prepare regular reports on performance metrics
• Ensure a safe, healthy, and secure work environment, and guarantee compliance with all local, national, and industry-specific regulations
• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies and risk management programs
• Oversee security systems, such as access control, CCTV, and alarms
• Act as the primary liaison with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and security vendors
• Lead, mentor, train, and supervise a team of managers and staff
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and implement development plans for employees

Chief Security Officer at Pioneer Cement Ltd. (2022-12-16 – 2023-06-30)

• Monitor surveillance cameras and access control systems
• Conduct background checks and terminate non-compliant employees
• Train staff in security awareness and emergency response
• Coordinate with departments to identify and mitigate threats
• Establish and enforce security protocols
• Review physical security measures
• Develop security plans for major events
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure security personnel training in fire safety and emergency response

Manager Administration / HR at Civil Aviation Authorities (Project Management Unit) (2020-10-19 – 2022-01-16)

• Coordinate office activities to ensure efficiency and compliance
• Supervise administrative staff and manage responsibilities
• Manage upper management's agendas, travel, and correspondence
• Support budgeting, bookkeeping, and record-keeping
• Track office supplies and manage procurement
• Prepare reports, presentations, and proposals
• Manage company vehicles, including maintenance, insurance claims, and fuel expenses
• Monitor employee attendance, leave records, and office timings
• Oversee budgeting and expense control for Head Office and Project Site
• Verify bills and expenses

Manager Operations / Administration at Design & Engineering Systems (Pvt.) Ltd. (2016-11-01 – 2019-01-05)

Reporting to CEO & GM (Operations)

• Manage day-to-day operations, problem-solving, and asset management
• Oversee pool cars, vendor agreements, construction, and site attendance
• Handle police/court cases, compensation, rewards, and disciplinary actions
• Identify new business growth opportunities
• Maintain inventory and records for company vehicles, including Insurance, registration, and log books
• Monitor service and maintenance history
• Handle fuel expenses and allowances
• Manage vehicle repairs, insurance claims, and log book documentation
• Monitor employee attendance, office timings, and leave records
• Oversee budgeting, expense control, and bill verification for Head Office
• Take action against theft, fraud, or company rule violations

Manager Administration at Advance International Chemicals (Pvt.) Ltd. (2010-03-26 – 2016-07-31)

Reporting to C.E.O. for Traders of Oil/Chemicals and Manufacturers of Paint

• Monitor Security and safety staff & equipment's at sights
• Approval of leaves and lates of factory/Sites staff
• Oversee store matters
• Solve the transport matters
• Resolve problems of factory + Offices and Head Office, recoveries of payments
• Coordination with internal and external department, venders
• Prepare annual training schedule and training materials
• Hiring of personnel's
• Printing of office stationery
• Local Purchases
• Ensure the regularity of payments AR
• Liaison PESSI, EOBI
• Personnel's problems handling
• Govt. & Civil department coordination
• Guests arrangements (internal & external)
• Performance of duties assigned by top management
• Police matters management

Incharge Security and Administration (Campaign Office) at Nawaz Sharif Secretariat (CM Camp Office) (2007-10-18 – 2008-12-31)

Reporting to IG (R) Mushtaq Ahmad for Security arrangements of Ex-PM (Mr. Nawaz Sharif) and CM (Mr. Shahbaz Sharif) with 26 Commandoes and coordination of Govt. and civil Administration of Punjab i.e. I.G and D.C.O. & Salaries of all the staff of PML_N secretariat (Later CM House)

Executive Officer (Foreign Procurement Department) at Pak Elektron Limited (PEL) (2000-10-02 – 2007-12-10)

Reporting to Manager (FP) at Manufacturer of Refrigerator, Air Conditioner and Transformer

• Internal and External correspondence
• ISO Audits
• Bank duties
• Dry Port / Airport matters related to imports of materials
• Maintaining Daily Material Reports for Top Management
• Formatting / designing forms (Internal / external) required by higher management
• Material requirement arrangements monthly / Annually from different departments and ordering to vendors
• Locating of New Sources for materials
• L/C & Consignment handling software
• Chamber of Commerce documentation
• Export documentation

Captain at Pakistan Army (1993-11 – 2002-05)

Mujahid Officer

• Administrative duties
• Served as Company Commander at Okara and Bahawalnager Cantt
• Part of contingent deployed at Bahawalnager Border during escalation of tension with India in 2002
• Best Firer and Officer Standard Weapon Courses

MBA in HRM – Riphah International University (2007 – 2009)

MCs – American Institute of Computer Sciences (1998 – 2000)