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BhargavaPrathap Behara
B Sr Executive - Logistics, Lixil India Sanitaryware Pvt Ltd
Visakhapatnam, India

 bhargav.prathap@gmail.com
 +918309946518

 8 years of total experience

 Sr Executive - Logistics, Lixil India Sanit aryware 2022-Present (1 year)
Executive - Logistics, St erling Management and Project Services 2022-2022 (8 months)
Asst. Manager - CHA Marketing and SEZ Operations, RB Global Shipping Logist ics P 2019-…
Sr. Executive - Sales, Anchorage Shipping 2015-2015 (1 year)
Executive - Marketing, Maxicon Shipping Agencies 2013-2014 (2 years)
Adeco India 2013-2013 (4 months)
 School of Distance Education, Andhra University Masters, 2017
JNTU, Kakinada Bachelors, 2014
 Logistics, Freight Forwarding, Shipping, Supply Chain, Scm, Operations, Fico

Profile Résumé

Experience

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Sr Executive - Logistics
L Lixil India Sanitaryware Pvt Ltd
Sep 2022 - Present (1 year, 5 months)

Job Description: Imports department

● Thoroughly reviewing import shipment documents such as Invoice (INV), Packing List (PL),
and Certif icate of Origin (COO) of FCL and LCL shipments (sea and air).
● Approving the HBL dra to f orwarding agents and conf irming the checklist to CHA agents
f or Bill of entry f iling, coordinating with the f inance team to arrange duty payment.
● Preparing the technical specif ication, end use declaration and applying SIMS certif icate,
PIMS certif icate of the import shipments during cargo clearance.
● Following up with f orwarding agents f or DO a er receiving OOC, coordinating with CHA
and arranging waybill f or transportation of materials to the plant.

● Inf orming the stores team about the details of the inward materials and ensuring timely
unloading the cargo within designated f ree time.
● Processing Inbound entry in the SAP system f or managing shipment costs.
● Verif ying f inal invoices f rom vendor, obtaining authorization f rom SCM HOD bef ore
submitting to f inance team f or payment processing.

Executive - Logistics
S Sterling Management and Project Services Pvt Ltd , Jajpur, ODISHA, India
Jan 2022 - Aug 2022 (8 months)

Job Description: Exports department

● Checking the accuracy of invoices and packing lists received f rom the Jajpur plant. Sharing
Letter of Undertaking (LUT) and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) license details
with the Customs House Agent (CHA) to create a Shipping bill checklist.
● Collaborating with the Customs House Agent (CHA) f or the f iling of Shipping Bills (SB),
monitoring cargo clearance status, and f ollowing up with f reight f orwarders to ensure the timely release of
bookings and the receipt of FORM11's/13 f or container movement into
the terminal.
● Updating BL number, vessel details, SOB date, Premium f reight rates, invoicing party
vendor code details in SAP and generating FSD(Freight settlement document) in TM
module to process invoice by Accounts team.
● Supplying the f inal Let Export Order (LEO) copies to the documentation and accounts
teams f or record-keeping and compliance purposes.
● Communicating with the f umigation team to obtain the Fumigation certif icate a er the completion of the
export shipment.

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Asst. Manager - CHA Marketing and SEZ Operations

R RB Global Shipping & Logistics (P) Ltd
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (3 years)

Job Description: Marketing and Operations

Marketing:
● Involves in meeting with clients to discuss and understand their export-import requirements, particularly in
terms of f reight and Customs House Agent (CHA) services.
● Gathering competitive f reight rates f rom shipping lines and providing quick and accurate quotes to
customers f or their shipments.
● Keeping a systematic record or rate sheet of the f reight rates received f rom various shipping lines, which
can aid in quick ref erence and decision-making.
● Inf orming customers about important liner notif ications such as Low Sulf ur Surcharge (LSS), Peak Season
Surcharge (PSS), Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF), and other relevant updates.
● Initiating booking requests with shipping lines once a biz is secured and providing customers with detailed
inf ormation on vessel schedules, including estimated departure (ETD) and arrival (ETA) details.
● Checking and conf irming the accuracy of invoices f rom shipping lines, Container Freight Stations (CFS),
Customs House Agents (CHA), and transportation services post-shipment. Submitting verif ied invoices to the
accounts team f or processing.
● Providing training and guidance to newly hired trainees to ensure they understand the processes and
procedures related to EXIM, f reight, and CHA business.

Operations:
● Coordinating with the liner operations team to obtain container details and ensuring that containers in

good condition are assigned to the Customs House Agent (CHA) nominated by the shipper at the Container
Freight Station (CFS).
● Initiating the application of Form 13 a er receiving the Verif ied Gross Mass (VGM) and shipping bills f rom the
Customs House Agent or shipper.
● Taking proactive measures to address and resolve any operational issues or disputes that may arise with the
liner, Container Freight Station (CFS), or Terminal. This includes problems related to container linking,
delinking, VCTPL pre-gate issues, and Form 13 issues.
● Maintaining communication with the Customs House Agent throughout the process until the containers are
gated into the terminal.
● Submitting the Service Request Form (SRF) to the terminal to obtain permission f or direct loading (if
necessary), container weighment inside the terminal, and breaking the seal f or customs examination within
the terminal (if required).

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Sr. Executive - Sales

Anchorage Shipping
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (1 year)

Job Description: Freight f orwarding Sales

● Meeting Shippers, CHA's f or EXIM business enquiries and maintained a comprehensive data sheet with
details of every f reight enquiry, including cargo specif ics, target rates, volume, and destination port details.
● Acquiring competitive Ocean f reight rates f rom shipping lines and quoting it to clients promptly.
● Liaising with the liner documentation team f or booking details and coordinating with Container Freight
Stations (CFS) f or container allotment to the shipper's nominated CHA team.
● Coordinating with our documentation team f or the timely submission of Shipping instructions and tracking
Form 13's receipt status. Ensure smooth communication and collaboration between various teams to f acilitate
e icient logistics operations.
● Verif ying invoices bef ore billing to clients and do f ollow-ups with customers to f acilitate timely payment of
overdue invoices.

Executive - Marketing
M Maxicon Shipping Agencies
May 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year, 8 months)

Job Description: Liner Marketing (as agents f or NYK, CSAV, GoodRich lines)

● Actively engaged with Shippers, Freight Forwarders, and Customs House Agents (CHA) to cultivate and
maintain relationships f or export business inquiries and regularly meetings them to understand client
requirements.
● Updating pricing principals with current market rates, ensuring competitiveness in the industry and f iling
competitive rates, f ree time agreements to provide clients with accurate and attractive quotations.
● Providing clients with tentative vessel schedules, routing with transit times and taking proactive measures
to secure slot approvals f rom vessel operators in advance, ensuring seamless booking processes.
● Verif ying invoices at the time of billing to ensure accuracy and compliance with agreed-upon terms.
● Verif ying inventory reports and submitting comprehensive reports to principals, ensuring transparent
communication.
● Played a key role in training newly recruited trainees, imparting industry knowledge and best practices.

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A Adeco India Pvt Ltd

Feb 2013 - May 2013 (4 months)

(DHL COURIERS - Siripuram Branch, Vizag)

● Collecting the couriers f rom the customer door.

● Preparing cargo declaration, generating invoice and AWB(Air Way Bill).
● Wrapping the cargo to secure the package and the attaching docket details.

● Visiting clients f or promoting the DHL courier services and distributing palm plates.

Education

M.B.A, Finance
S School of Distance Education, Andhra University
Jan 2014 to Jan 2017

● M.B.A (Finance) f rom School of Distance Education, Andhra University 2014-2017

B.Tech, Engineering
JNTU, Kakinada
Jan 2008 to Jan 2014

● B.Tech (CSE) f rom Lenora College of Engineering a iliated to JNTU Kakinada 2008-Jan,2014

Skills
Logistics Freight Forwarding Shipping and Receiving Supply Chain So ware Supply Chain Management

Operations Packing Inventory Framework Finance Marketing SAP Pricing Vendor Management

Human Resources Billing Documentation Technical Specifications Development Plumbing

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Personal Info

 bhargav.prathap@gmail.com(Primary)
bhargavaprathap2k13@gmail.com

 +918309946518

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 BhargavaPrathap Behara
Email: bhargav.prathap@gmail.com Mobile: +91-8309946518
Address: #6-85, Port Colony, Lakshmipuram , Vepagunta,Visakhapatnam -530047

Career Objective:
-Aiming to contribute my skills and commitment to excellence in a role that allows for professional growth
and advancement within the field of logistics and supply chain management.

Professional Summary:

Results-driven professional with over 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Shipping Liner Agency, Freight
Forwarding, and CHA departments. Proven track record of success in roles spanning Sales, Marketing,
Documentation, Operations, and Logistics. Adept at navigating the complexities of diverse industries, I am now
seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my multifaceted skill set to drive operational excellence,
contribute to strategic growth initiatives, and continue advancing in the dynamic fields of logistics and supply
chain management.

 Lixil India Sanitaryware Pvt Ltd (Sep 2022 – till date):

Lixil is a Japanese group of companies that manufactures building materials, plumbing fixtures and
housing equipment, headquartered in Tokyo.
 Sterling Management and Project services Pvt Ltd (Jan 2022 -Aug2022):
The firm handles third-party payroll services for JSL group which typically involves managing various
aspects related to human resources, compensation, benefits, and compliance for employees.
 RB Global Shipping & Logistics (P) ltd (Jan 2019 – Dec 2021):
RB Group is in the field of mining, construction & hotel Industries. The group has diversified their vision
& Mission in the field of Shipping & Logistics to provide integrated logistics solutions.
 Anchorage Shipping (Jan 2015 – Dec 2015):
Anchorage is a complete 3PL service provider offering intermodal transportation services across the
globe. With more than three decades of industry experience, provide service be it Air, Ocean, Trucking,
Supply chain consulting, or any logistics services.

Learned SAP FICO (Finance & Controlling) course (April 2016 –DEC 2016)
 Maxicon Shipping agencies (May 2013 – Dec 2014) :
(A division of Seaways shipping and logistics ltd)
The Company offers shipping, freight forwarding, container handling, clearing, custom house agency,
stevedoring, warehousing, and supply chain management services.

Professional Experience:

Lixil India Sanitaryware Pvt Ltd (Sep 2022 – till date)

Designation: Sr Executive - Logistics

Job Description: Imports department

 Thoroughly reviewing import shipment documents such as Invoice (INV), Packing List (PL),
and Certificate of Origin (COO) of FCL and LCL shipments (sea and air).
 Approving the HBL draft to forwarding agents and confirming the checklist to CHA agents
for Bill of entry filing, coordinating with the finance team to arrange duty payment.
 Preparing the technical specification, end use declaration and applying SIMS certificate,
PIMS certificate of the import shipments during cargo clearance.
 Following up with forwarding agents for DO after receiving OOC, coordinating with CHA
and arranging waybill for transportation of materials to the plant.
  Informing the stores team about the details of the inward materials and ensuring timely
unloading the cargo within designated free time.
 Processing Inbound entry in the SAP system for managing shipment costs.
 Verifying final invoices from vendor, obtaining authorization from SCM HOD before
submitting to finance team for payment processing.

Sterling Management and Project services Pvt Ltd (Jan 2022 – Aug 2022)
(Jindal Stainless Ltd – Jindal Group)

Designation: Executive – Logistics

Job Description: Exports department

 Checking the accuracy of invoices and packing lists received from the Jajpur plant. Sharing
Letter of Undertaking (LUT) and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) license details
with the Customs House Agent (CHA) to create a Shipping bill checklist.
 Collaborating with the Customs House Agent (CHA) for the filing of Shipping Bills (SB),
monitoring cargo clearance status, and following up with freight forwarders to ensure the
timely release of bookings and the receipt of FORM11’s/13 for container movement into
the terminal.
 Updating BL number, vessel details, SOB date, Premium freight rates, invoicing party
vendor code details in SAP and generating FSD(Freight settlement document) in TM
module to process invoice by Accounts team.
 Supplying the final Let Export Order (LEO) copies to the documentation and accounts
teams for record-keeping and compliance purposes.
 Communicating with the fumigation team to obtain the Fumigation certificate after the
completion of the export shipment.

RB Global Shipping & Logistics (P) ltd (Jan 2019 – Dec 2021)
Designation: Asst. Manager – CHA Marketing and SEZ Operations

Job Description: Marketing and Operations

Marketing:
 Involves in meeting with clients to discuss and understand their export-import requirements, particularly in
terms of freight and Customs House Agent (CHA) services.
 Gathering competitive freight rates from shipping lines and providing quick and accurate quotes to
customers for their shipments.
 Keeping a systematic record or rate sheet of the freight rates received from various shipping lines, which
can aid in quick reference and decision-making.
 Informing customers about important liner notifications such as Low Sulfur Surcharge (LSS), Peak Season
Surcharge (PSS), Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF), and other relevant updates.
 Initiating booking requests with shipping lines once a biz is secured and providing customers with detailed
information on vessel schedules, including estimated departure (ETD) and arrival (ETA) details.
 Checking and confirming the accuracy of invoices from shipping lines, Container Freight Stations (CFS),
Customs House Agents (CHA), and transportation services post-shipment. Submitting verified invoices to
the accounts team for processing.
 Providing training and guidance to newly hired trainees to ensure they understand the processes and
procedures related to EXIM, freight, and CHA business.

Operations:
 Coordinating with the liner operations team to obtain container details and ensuring that containers in
 good condition are assigned to the Customs House Agent (CHA) nominated by the shipper at the Container
Freight Station (CFS).
 Initiating the application of Form 13 after receiving the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) and shipping bills from
the Customs House Agent or shipper.
 Taking proactive measures to address and resolve any operational issues or disputes that may arise with
the liner, Container Freight Station (CFS), or Terminal. This includes problems related to container linking,
delinking, VCTPL pre-gate issues, and Form 13 issues.
 Maintaining communication with the Customs House Agent throughout the process until the containers are
gated into the terminal.
 Submitting the Service Request Form (SRF) to the terminal to obtain permission for direct loading (if
necessary), container weighment inside the terminal, and breaking the seal for customs examination within
the terminal (if required).

Anchorage Shipping (Jan 2015 – Dec 2015)

Designation: Sr. Executive – Sales

Job Description: Freight forwarding Sales
 Meeting Shippers, CHA’s for EXIM business enquiries and maintained a comprehensive data sheet with
details of every freight enquiry, including cargo specifics, target rates, volume, and destination port details.
 Acquiring competitive Ocean freight rates from shipping lines and quoting it to clients promptly.
 Liaising with the liner documentation team for booking details and coordinating with Container Freight
Stations (CFS) for container allotment to the shipper's nominated CHA team.
 Coordinating with our documentation team for the timely submission of Shipping instructions and tracking
Form 13's receipt status. Ensure smooth communication and collaboration between various teams to
facilitate efficient logistics operations.
 Verifying invoices before billing to clients and do follow-ups with customers to facilitate timely payment of
overdue invoices.

Maxicon Shipping Agencies

(A division of Seaways Shipping and Logistics Ltd) (May 2013 - Dec 2014)

Designation: Executive – Marketing

Job Description: Liner Marketing (as agents for NYK, CSAV, GoodRich lines)
 Actively engaged with Shippers, Freight Forwarders, and Customs House Agents (CHA) to cultivate and
maintain relationships for export business inquiries and regularly meetings them to understand client
requirements.
 Updating pricing principals with current market rates, ensuring competitiveness in the industry and filing
competitive rates, free time agreements to provide clients with accurate and attractive quotations.
 Providing clients with tentative vessel schedules, routing with transit times and taking proactive measures
to secure slot approvals from vessel operators in advance, ensuring seamless booking processes.
 Verifying invoices at the time of billing to ensure accuracy and compliance with agreed-upon terms.
 Verifying inventory reports and submitting comprehensive reports to principals, ensuring transparent
communication.
 Played a key role in training newly recruited trainees, imparting industry knowledge and best practices.

Adeco India Pvt Ltd (Feb 2013-May 2013)

(DHL COURIERS - Siripuram Branch, Vizag)

 Collecting the couriers from the customer door.

 Preparing cargo declaration, generating invoice and AWB(Air Way Bill).
 Wrapping the cargo to secure the package and the attaching docket details.
  Visiting clients for promoting the DHL courier services and distributing palm plates.
Education:
 M.B.A (Finance) from School of Distance Education, Andhra University 2014-2017
 B.Tech (CSE) from Lenora College of Engineering affiliated to JNTU Kakinada 2008-Jan,2014
 Inter (MPC) from Narayana Jr.College, Visakhapatnam 2006-2008

Personal Profile:
Date of birth : 31st Aug 1990.
Language Proficiency : English and Telugu
Marital Status : Married