Fazla Rabbi Talukder
Mirpur
Summary
Dynamic Head of Ocean Procurement with expertise in global logistics and freight forwarding. Created a nationwide distribution strategy for SUN Pharma Bangladesh, driving a 14% growth in the first year across 394 routes. Effectively managed operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, achieving a top-10 growth ranking in the pharma sector for SPL. Demonstrated success in overseeing regional Air & SEA-AIR freight operations for H&M and securing major FF contracts for Tally Weijl, C&A (BMC), and USA customers like GARAN, GILDAN, AMERICAN EAGLE, VICTORIA'S SECRET, and AAI.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Ocean Procurement, Pricing, RFQ, Space & Caacity Management
APS Logistics International, Expo Group
03.2024 - Current
- Lead negotiations and long-term agreements with shipping lines and service providers to secure optimal rates, space commitments, and service levels.
- Oversee global tender processes, including customer rate proposals, internal pricing strategies, and bid submissions. Analyze market trends, shipping data, and trade lane performance to craft competitive solutions.
- Manage ocean freight capacity across trade lanes, balancing forecasted demand with vessel space availability. Collaborate with regional teams to optimize equipment flow, reduce container imbalances.
- Drive and manage logistics operations within the ports/ICD, ensuring exceptional service delivery to customers.
- Monitor vessel space requirements and work with carriers to ensure space availability, identifying alternatives to balance cost and performance.
DGM & Head of Group Sea freight Procurement
MGH Group
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Developed and executed procurement strategies to enhance cost efficiency, secure competitive freight rates, and tailor logistics solutions for key customers.
- Led carrier engagement and business development initiatives, negotiating space commitments, aligning with regional needs, and strengthening relationships with MLOs, NVOCCs, and global ocean freight providers.
- Monitored key account performance, resolved space and equipment issues, and ensured timely flow of market intelligence and carrier updates to senior management.
Senior Manager & Head of Supply Chain & Distribution Operations
MGH Healthcare Limited & International Brands Limited, MGH Group
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Led nationwide supply chain and distribution operations, ensuring timely product availability across 32 branches for top-tier pharma and FMCG clients, including P&G, Sanofi, Sun Pharma, and AstraZeneca.
- Directed cost-effective logistics planning, operational governance, and manpower management, including master scheduling, SKU-level inventory control, and liquidation strategies to reduce waste and optimize flow.
Manager, Global KAM: C&A BMC (Sea Freight - Brazil & Mexico)
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Delivered end-to-end 3PL logistics solutions across destinations, overseeing loading plans, KPI-based customer communication, and monthly performance analysis to drive efficiency and service excellence.
- Acted as a strategic liaison among suppliers, clients, carriers, and internal teams, ensuring smooth coordination and tailored solutions like BUP/DDS to optimize cost and storage.
Manager, Global KAM: H&M, Air & Sea, Europe & Africa
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Managed end-to-end 3PL logistics solutions for H&M across 32 European destinations and Africa, including air and sea-air freight operations, loading plans, and performance reporting.
- Acted as a central liaison between clients, suppliers, overseas agents, and internal teams, ensuring KPI-driven communication, optimized warehouse strategies (BUP/DDS), and seamless coordination of operational and documentation processes.
Assistant Manager, KAM: Tally Weijl, Air & Sea
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Led client engagement and rate negotiations, securing competitive freight terms with mainline carriers, NVOCCs, and transshipment agents for space, consolidation, and pricing.
- Oversaw end-to-end shipment execution, planning safe transshipment connections, issuing pre-alerts, and dispatching shipping docs and billing information to destination agents and stakeholders.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
American International University Bangladesh
01.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Accounting
American International University Bangladesh
01.2013
Skills
- Ocean freight procurement
- Logistics operations
- Tender management
- Supply chain management
- Network optimization
- Multi-modal logistics
- Negotiation skills
- Market pricing awareness
- Procurement strategy
- Capacity management
Accomplishments
- Reduced freight costs by over $0.20/kg, delivering average savings of $90,000 per month during H&M operations.
- Managed 600+ orders and 479 tons of weekly shipments for H&M (ex-Dhaka).
- Streamlined origin processes for H&M, cutting operational errors to just 1%.
- Launched a new pharmaceutical retail sales structure in Bangladesh, driving 14% growth in year one.
- Optimized IBL and MHL distribution, reducing costs by 18.8%.
- Lowered market returns to a record low of 3.91% of total monthly sales.
Training
- “The Art of Sales Force Management” (MGH L&D Department)
- “Procurement and Logistics Management: Inventory, Transportation & Warehousing” (MGH L&D)
- “Emotional Intelligence: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety” (MGH L&D)
- “Good Distribution Practice (GDP)” (MGH L&D)
- “Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills” (Coursera)
- “Global Procurement and Sourcing” (Coursera)
Timeline
Head of Ocean Procurement, Pricing, RFQ, Space & Caacity Management
APS Logistics International, Expo Group
03.2024 - Current
DGM & Head of Group Sea freight Procurement
MGH Group
11.2021 - 02.2024
Manager, Global KAM: C&A BMC (Sea Freight - Brazil & Mexico)
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
05.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Manager & Head of Supply Chain & Distribution Operations
MGH Healthcare Limited & International Brands Limited, MGH Group
02.2018 - 10.2021
Manager, Global KAM: H&M, Air & Sea, Europe & Africa
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
04.2017 - 04.2018
Assistant Manager, KAM: Tally Weijl, Air & Sea
MGH Logistics Limited, MGH Group
10.2016 - 03.2017
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
American International University Bangladesh
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Accounting
American International University Bangladesh
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