Siddesh Kadwe
Uxbridge
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in customs compliance and logistics coordination. Proficient in HS Code classification, tariff and duty calculations, and trade regulations, ensuring seamless import/export documentation and VGM accuracy. Demonstrates strong capabilities in operations management, leveraging ERP systems for data analysis and process automation to optimise freight and logistics coordination. Skilled in negotiation with customs authorities and hauliers to manage freight costs effectively. Adept at stakeholder communication, providing customs clearance support while addressing compliance challenges and resolving disputes. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions in the field of international trade.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Administrator
Veolia UK
London
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed payment processing for transport and warehouse services (~£4.5M annual spend), addressing disputes efficiently with stakeholders
- Provided 40+ sites with mandatory export and domestic documentation, ensuring compliance with international standards
- Assisted hauliers with customs-related issues and waste carrier licensing, ensuring smooth cargo movement
- Resolved documentation inaccuracies, including VGM errors and incomplete packing lists
- Coordinated customs clearance and export procedures across Europe and Asia, streamlining operations
- Implemented automation projects to optimize logistical processes and enhance efficiency
- Created an automation system to streamline and digitize the paperwork process, significantly reducing manual workload and errors
- Established good relationships with external transport providers.
Logistics Associate
Amazon
London
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Processed 500+ shipments monthly, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and completing HS code classification
- Negotiated with customs officials to address clearance delays, minimizing disruptions
- Maintained ERP systems with accurate PO details and resolved transport anomalies
- Coordinated with hauliers to guarantee timely cargo collection and on-time-in-full (OTIF) deliveries
- Managed internal audits and ensured adherence to compliance standards
Senior Executive
CMA CGM GBS
Mumbai
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Managed global sea export operations for USA, Brazil, and Australia, including dangerous goods clearance
- Classified goods for accurate customs processing using HS codes, ensuring smooth international trade
- Created and monitored reports (HAZ, OOG, NVR) for shipment compliance and accuracy
- Coordinated with customers to ensure timely return of containers and port clearance
- Liaised with internal departments and third parties to maintain seamless logistics processes
Education
MSc - Supply Chain Management and Logistics
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, UKMaster - Operations Management
Mumbai University
Mumbai, India05.2018
Skills
- Customs Compliance
- HS Code classification
- Tariff and duty calculations
- Trade regulations
- Documentation
- Import/export documentation
- VGM accuracy
- Packing lists
- Operations Management
- Freight and logistics coordination
- Customs clearance support
- Technology
- ERP systems
- Data analysis
- Process automation
- Negotiation
- Customs authorities
- Hauliers
- Freight costs
- Stakeholder Communication
- Liaison with internal and external parties
- Problem Solving
- Addressing and resolving customs disputes
- Compliance challenges
Certification
- Supply Chain Logistics, MET University, 04/01/20 - 07/01/20
- Shipping Diploma, CMA CGM, 09/01/18 - 02/01/19
Additional Information
Proficient in trade compliance tools and ERP systems, Experienced in international customs and regulatory frameworks for Europe, Asia, and America.
Custom
- Star Award Winner, CMA CGM, 2018
- Successfully implemented process automation initiatives to enhance efficiency at Veolia UK.
- Managed critical customs clearance operations for high-value shipments across international borders.
Timeline
Logistics Administrator
Veolia UK
08.2023 - 03.2025
Logistics Associate
Amazon
11.2021 - 06.2023
Senior Executive
CMA CGM GBS
05.2018 - 09.2021
MSc - Supply Chain Management and Logistics
University of Hertfordshire
Master - Operations Management
Mumbai University
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