Russel Merines

Detail-oriented Professional with proven abilities as an Executive in Air Freight Operations with 07 plus years of career progression in the highly competitive freight forwarding industry. 

Proficient in forming and maintaining productive relationships with all levels within the organization, and Airlines to benefit the organisation. Recognized among leaders, peers and fellow associates for work ethic and deliverers throughout the working period.

Looking forward to work as a teammate in a dynamic and well reputed organization which would provide me the opportunity for personal growth and career advancement, while utilizing my knowledge and skills to benefit the organization. 

• EXPOLANKA FREIGHT PVT LTD, SRI LANKA (EFL) - [December 2015 – February 2023] 
• December 2015 – December 2018 – General Cargo 
• January 2019 – February 2023 Perishable Cargo 

Air Exports – Perishable Goods, Global key accounts (GAP, Ralph Lauren, Hanes Brands), and Free Hand Shipments

• Checking and planning shipments on daily basis
• Co-ordinate with vendors/airlines for rate negotiation & space reservation
• Coordinating with shippers on export documentation
• Updating EDI for nomination shipments
• Coordinating with buying offices and destination offices on shipment updates
• Billing and cost provisions on shipments 
• Strictly follow up company credit policy when handling the pre-paid business & follow up the payments
• Arranging customer visits and attending to their queries to maintain positive vendor relationships 
• Experience in Cargo Drive & CargoWise Systems 

• Oxford College of Business Colombo [March 2021 – December 2021] 

Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Level 6) awarded by  OTHM Qualifications

• Shippers’ Academy Colombo [March 2018 - August 2018]

Certificate Course in Logistics Services, Freight Forwarding & Multimodal Transport offered by CMA Australia

• School Attended: St. Benedicts College

General Certificate of Advanced Level (A/L) [August 2015]

General Certificate of Ordinary Level (O/L) [December 2012]