1. Akram Shalaby
Address: P.O. Box 23173, Safat 13092, Kuwait
Phone: + (965) 67 753838
Email: akramshalaby@yahoo.com
Linkedin profile: Akram Shalabi
Logistic Manager
(Utilities/Storage/Automotive)
Motivated candidate with over 21 years’ experience in logistics / customs clearance / marine insurance in
Automotive field having led the work for two leading Automobile agents / distributors in Kuwait. Leading and
executing top management strategy for business efficiency and service quality by managing a highly talented team
and organizing the vehicles delivery to their sale windows from export point. Serve as a Central point of contact
that links internal divisions, Public Authority of Industry, Public Authority of Environment, General Administration
of Customs, Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Interior. Possess Keen business sense with proven ability to thrive
in fast-paced and deadline-driven environments. Strong logistics background with practical knowledge of
establishing a solid infrastructure for warehousing the vehicles
CORE COMPETENCIES
▪ Define the Goals and Set Targets ▪ Strategy Formulation and Execution ▪ Monitoring and Supervising Functions ▪
Strong Relationship Building ▪ Regulatory Compliance ▪
KEY SKILLS
 Excellent Communications skills – Nature of the position requires continuous relationship building and
strengthening to ensure continuity of work processes in an efficient manner
 Leadership and Team Building – Demonstrating exceptional people-management skills in mentoring, retaining
and growing team while delivering annual business growth and efficiently cooperating with key functions. Able
to establish credibility and positive relations with individuals at all levels within and outside the organisation.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
 Successfully organized custom clearance ,receiving, delivery of vehicles to storage area and the Marine insurance
claims for:
o 2,300 Trucks Tractors – Mercedes-Benz Actros
o 1,200 Water Tankers– Mercedes-Benz Actros
o 1,200 Fuel Tankers– Mercedes-Benz Actros
Within 10 weeks during 2004.
 Establishing new facility for Used Cars (BMW) at Dajij that has capacity to park 500 cars.
 Managing Staff Transportation for Al Oula Petrol Stations that include A.A. S. Workshops (Quick Service)
 During 2013, A.A.S. acquired the J.A.C. Motors (Passenger Cars & Commercial Vehicles) sole dealer in which I was
involved in establishing a new team and the required infrastructure of the new business line.
CAREER HISTORY
Assistant Logistic Manager | Ali Al Ghanim & Sons Automotive W.L.L., Kuwait August 2007- November 2015
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Akram Shalaby | Phone: + (965) 67 753838 | Email: arkramshalaby@yahoo.com

2. A.A.S. Automotive is the sole dealer for BMW, Rolls Royce, Mini Cooper, Range Rover,
McLaren and recently acquired J.A.C. passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles in Kuwait.
 Reporting to the Logistic and Security Manager;
 Directing strategic initiatives of the Company’s Automotive Logistic.
 Managing automotive warehouse logistics.
 Designing the action plans to handle receiving imports efficiently within unparalleled time frame through the
proper functionality of the staff, coordination with internal divisions and the external parties.
 Preparing the monthly report related to the import/ export expenses, Admin and Operational expenses. .
 Developing new approaches to enhance clients’ services.
 Organizing the daily official paper work between Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Defence
and multi Customs gateways to ensure the continuity and efficiency of the daily work requirements.
 Managing Customs Clearance for the company’s Imports & Exports through All Customs ports.
 Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and requirements of the company and governmental bodies.
 Planning manpower requirements for the division and assessing respective staff training needs.
 Supervising matters related to Custom Duty Refund.
 Set a pre- car handling plans for the expected vehicles that will be received by warehouse on monthly basis to
ensure handling them and redistribute them efficiently.
 Coordinating with the shipping lines agencies to obtain their shipping schedule and work accordingly.
 Supervising the annual inventory of Cars and Spare Parts.
Custom Clearing Officer |Abdul Rahman Al Bisher & Zaid Al Kazemi, Kuwait August 1993 – July 2007
A & A Automotive is the sole dealer for Mercedes – Benz in Kuwait
 Preparation of Custom Bayan (Import/ Export) through the official application (Micro- Clear Program)
 Coordinator with the shipping agencies regarding schedules & Marin Claims.
 Communicating with the respective governmental bodies to obtain the necessary release.
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EARLY CAREER
Custom Clearing Agent | Ahmed Al Wazzan Company, Kuwait Feb 1992 – June 1993
Accountant | Anglo Egyptian Motors (FORD), Egypt Jan 1988 – Jan 1992
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Accounting- Faculty of commerce | Ain Shams University, Egypt 1987
COMPUTER SKILLS
 Experience in Kerridge System
 Hands-on experience in working with MS. Office
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth: 8th
December, 1964 Nationality: Egyptian
Marital Status: Married Driver’s Licence: Kuwait and Egypt
References available upon request
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Akram Shalaby | Phone: + (965) 67 753838 | Email: arkramshalaby@yahoo.com