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AMINA RZAGULIYEVA

AMINA RZAGULIYEVA

Baku

Summary

An accomplished professional with over than 16 years of experience in logistics and procurement, I bring a wealth of experience in executing logistics research, analyzing consumer data and successful management. With a proven track record, I am confident in my ability to make a valuable contribution to any team. I possess an excellent wok ethic, unparalleled attention to detail, and a willingness to share my accumulated experience for the benefit of the staff and the company as a whole.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Country Manager

Cargon AZ LLC
Baku
04.2024 - Current
  • Operational Management: Oversee all logistics and transportation operations within the country.
    Ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services.
    Implement and optimize operational procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Business Development: Develop and execute strategic business plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
    Identify new business opportunities and potential markets for expansion.
    Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
    Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies.
  • Financial Management: Prepare and manage the country’s budget, ensuring financial targets are met.
    Analyze financial reports and operational data to make informed business decisions.
    Implement cost-control measures and identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Leadership and Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
    Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews.
    Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
    Provide training and development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills.
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and company policies.
    Manage risks associated with logistics operations and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Customer Service: Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by providing reliable and efficient services.
    Address and resolve customer complaints and issues in a timely manner.
    Continuously seek feedback from customers to improve service quality.

Logistics Team Leader

Allyn International
Baku
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Oversee day-to-day operations and coordinate the routing process, control tower performance, logistics compliance and execution for Oilfield Services (OFSE) in the Caspian Region
  • Manage transportation and related logistics of goods and services to and from internal and/or external customers/suppliers
  • Planning, coordination and direction of logistics operations to ensure maximum throughput and quality
  • Vendor account reconciliation and monthly accruals
  • Manage logistics costs to meet budgets and operations plans
  • Ensure that logistics, trade compliance policies, guidelines and strategic requirements are met
  • Update progress on key deliverables to the stakeholders
  • Lead in resolution of logistical disputes and issues, identify improvement opportunities
  • Development of approaches and methods, knowledge management
  • Analyze and recommend transportation and freight costs, appropriate routing and carriers
  • Conduct daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly business reviews with the control tower and leadership to review progress
  • Build strong relations with subcontractors and vendors to optimize cost savings and ensure timely pre-construction completion
  • Manage escalations effectively and timely
  • Training for newcomers, internal team members, or external customers/suppliers if needed
  • Manage staffing
  • Distribute workload efficiently among department team members
  • Manage on-call shift for department team members
  • Facilitate prompt issue resolution and oversee issue resolution within the department. Timely forward suggested corrective actions or issues needing additional attention
  • Suggest process improvements
  • Run standard reports and metrics on a regular basis
  • Ensure client satisfaction
  • Manage special projects
  • Supervise and manage employees
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, shipments, and deliveries.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

KÜEHNE + NAGEL INTERNATIONAL AG
Baku
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to drive growth and achieve organizational objectives
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry professionals
  • Implement and manage a customer relationship management (CRM) system
  • Proactively identify and pursue new leads
  • Monitor sales pipelines, analyze market trends, and forecast future sales opportunities
  • Utilize 1C (accounting software) for financial and operational data management
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Conduct market research and analysis
  • Continuously evaluate and enhance business development process, tools, and methodologies.

LOGISTICS MANAGER

VINGS LOGISTICS LLC
Baku
05.2020 - 01.2022
  • Support customer's projects
  • Manage/successfully complete multiple projects
  • Develop and implement logistics strategies
  • Oversee inventory management
  • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers
  • Manage transportation network
  • Supervise warehouse operations
  • Provide guidance and leadership to logistics team
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and customs requirements.

DEPUTY VENUE LOGISTICS MANAGER

BAKU EUROPEAN GAMES OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Baku
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Work directly with designed BEGOC functions
  • Coordinate logistics activities
  • Manage a team
  • Monitor shipping and ground transportation schedules
  • Develop delivery route guides
  • Assist in coordinating and receiving shipments
  • Oversee coordination of shipments
  • Collaborate with logistics warehouse and support services team.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

AIR GOLD COMAPNY INC.
Dubai
05.2011 - 01.2015
  • Monitor representative office operations
  • Consolidate cargo volumes and stock
  • Manage staff training programs
  • Organize and facilitate effective interaction between company divisions
  • Work closely with the Director
  • Identify and resolve problems related to financial and economic activities
  • Oversee work of company divisions
  • Ensure obligations to suppliers and customers are fulfilled
  • Handle business negotiations.

HEAD OF TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

AIR GOLD COMPANY INC.
Dubai
04.2009 - 05.2011
  • Develop logistics plans
  • Monitor quality, quantity, cost, and efficiency of goods movement and delivery
  • Plan transportation routes and delivery schedules
  • Liaise and negotiate with customers and suppliers
  • Coordinate customs clearance procedures
  • Negotiate rates with agents
  • Prepare quotes for customers
  • Monitor key performance indicators
  • Manage transportation personnel
  • Book vessels, flights, or trucks
  • Coordinate and control order cycle.

ADMINISTRATIVE TRAVEL MANAGER

MIKADO Travel Company
Baku
07.2007 - 04.2009
  • Assist with administrative tasks
  • Support travel department
  • Coordinate with different departments
  • Assist in managing travel expenses
  • Participate in training programs
  • Conduct research on travel destinations
  • Provide assistance to clients
  • Collaborate with team members
  • Attend meetings
  • Handle general office duties.

INTERNSHIP

EAST-WEST HELICOPTER SERVICES
Baku
06.2007 - 08.2007
  • Study various types of reports
  • Learn contract preparation
  • Arrange documents and files
  • Collect and analyze information
  • Training in business correspondence and negotiating.

Education

Bachelor's degree - English Language Faculty

AZERBAIJAN STATE UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE
01.2010

High school certificate -

SECONDARY SCHOOL-LYCEUM # 264
01.2006

Skills

  • Logistics Management
  • Procurement
  • Research and Analyses
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Attention to Details
  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Strong interpersonal
  • Problem-Solving and Self-motivation
  • Punctuality
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Aimed to Result
  • Presentable Appearance
  • High Sense of Responsibility
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • SAP
  • 1C
  • ERP

Timeline

Country Manager

Cargon AZ LLC
04.2024 - Current

Logistics Team Leader

Allyn International
08.2023 - 04.2024

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

KÜEHNE + NAGEL INTERNATIONAL AG
02.2022 - 08.2023

LOGISTICS MANAGER

VINGS LOGISTICS LLC
05.2020 - 01.2022

DEPUTY VENUE LOGISTICS MANAGER

BAKU EUROPEAN GAMES OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
01.2015 - 07.2015

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

AIR GOLD COMAPNY INC.
05.2011 - 01.2015

HEAD OF TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

AIR GOLD COMPANY INC.
04.2009 - 05.2011

ADMINISTRATIVE TRAVEL MANAGER

MIKADO Travel Company
07.2007 - 04.2009

INTERNSHIP

EAST-WEST HELICOPTER SERVICES
06.2007 - 08.2007

Bachelor's degree - English Language Faculty

AZERBAIJAN STATE UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE

High school certificate -

SECONDARY SCHOOL-LYCEUM # 264
AMINA RZAGULIYEVA