TUSHAR KAKKAR
North York,Canada
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Manager
Straight-line Cartage
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed and managed logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
- Created reports to track shipment progress, delivery times, and costs associated with transport.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Oversaw warehouse staff to ensure proper handling and storage of materials and products.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as route optimization for shipments.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers for optimal pricing on transportation services.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders like customers, suppliers, distributors.
- Reviewed invoices from carriers and vendors for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Worked collaboratively with customers and staff at various levels.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
Contractor
T-force Freight Canada
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Ensured efficient and timely dispatch of personnel, equipment, and materials in response to customer needs.
- Monitored the progress of service calls and updated customers with status information.
- Coordinated the scheduling of employees for daily operations.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Created performance reports to monitor efficiency levels of drivers and operators.
- Managed communication between drivers and operators and external stakeholders.
- Developed and monitored field efficiencies and innovated new ways to improve operations.
- Established and maintained positive relations with drivers, creating work environment to embrace, promote and lead continuous improvement efforts.
Dispatch Logistician
The International Group Inc.
09.2018 - 11.2021
- Scheduling of drivers, trucks, and freight between various locations across Canada and US
- Monitor arrivals and departures using various logistics tools and technology
- Ensure customer needs are satisfied through planning and scheduling
- Monitor driver’s legal driving hours using multiple technology platforms
- Booking/Modifying Reservations with CP, CN’s system when necessary
- Ensure all helpful info is attached to driver’s work order (chassis number, container number, etc.) Resolve operational problems as they occur and develop solutions
- Coordinate activities with the scheduling departments of the clients
- Ensure drivers obey all safety procedures and company policies
- Ensure all equipment is scheduled for preventive maintenance work
- Administrative duties as required
- Other duties as assigned.
Financial Advisor
Canara HSBC OBC Life Insurance, India
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Developed financial plans and strategies tailored to clients' individual needs.
- Conducted detailed analysis of clients' current financial situation, including risk assessment, cash flow management, and retirement planning.
- Provided advice on tax-advantaged investment opportunities.
- Reviewed existing client accounts to identify any gaps or areas needing improvement.
- Researched economic trends and market conditions to provide up-to-date information on investment options available to clients.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone, email, or video conferencing regarding their financial matters.
- Facilitated client meetings to discuss portfolio performance and suggest modifications as needed.
- Advised high net worth individuals on complex wealth management issues related to trusts, estates, asset protection planning, philanthropy.
- Tracked market movements daily using various analytical tools and software programs.
- Interviewed clients to determine income, expenses, financial objectives and risk tolerance in order to develop successful financial plans.
- Advised customers on advantages and disadvantages of different product decisions in alignment with individual needs.
- Developed and deepened relationships with new and existing clients to advance progress and improve business.
- Grew assets under management through referrals and new business opportunities.
Education
CITT Certified Logistics Professional - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
CITT, Toronto, Ontario
04.2021
Strategic Management - Business
Centennial College, Scarborough, Ontario
04-2018
Project Management - Information Technology
Fleming College, Peterborough, Ontario
08.2017
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication
Kurukshetra University
Kurukshetra, India07.2014
Skills
- Fleet Dispatch
- Route Optimization
- Transportation management systems
- Carrier Negotiations
- Customs Compliance
- Warehouse Operations
- Freight Cost Reporting
- 3PL and LTL knowledge
- Safety standards
- Logistics Analysis
- Domestic Freight Management
- International Freight Management
- Operational management
- Product Management
- Proficient in MS Office
- Report Writing
- SQL reporting
- Microsoft Outlook
- MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Training & Development
Certification
- CITT Certified Logistics Professional (April 2021)
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Straight-line Cartage
07.2022 - 11.2022
Contractor
T-force Freight Canada
05.2022 - 07.2022
Dispatch Logistician
The International Group Inc.
09.2018 - 11.2021
Financial Advisor
Canara HSBC OBC Life Insurance, India
08.2015 - 12.2016
CITT Certified Logistics Professional - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
CITT, Toronto, Ontario
Strategic Management - Business
Centennial College, Scarborough, Ontario
Project Management - Information Technology
Fleming College, Peterborough, Ontario
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication
Kurukshetra University
- CITT Certified Logistics Professional (April 2021)
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