Ghafur Omar Ghafur

• Lead strategic planning and execution of all vehicle clearance operations at the Inland Clearance Depot, handling over [21,892] units annually.
• Coordinate directly with customs authorities, ensuring full compliance with national vehicle import/export regulations.

• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and workforce management for the ICD operations team.

• Implement process improvement initiatives, resulting in a 100% reduction in clearance processing time and increased operational efficiency.

• Develop and maintain key relationships with freight forwarders, clearing agents, and government departments.

• Monitor depot KPIs 100% and prepare detailed operational reports for executive leadership and regulatory audits.

• Managed vehicle clearance procedures, including inspection, documentation, and release coordination.
• Supervised a team of 30+ depot staff across administration, logistics, and technical inspection units.
• Introduced automation tools to improve vehicle tracking and documentation processes.
• Worked closely with customs brokers to address regulatory changes and optimize clearance timelines.
• Played a key role in facility upgrades and capacity expansion of the depot.

• Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
• Maintained professional and safe environment for employees and customers.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.

• Conducting Physical & Book Auditing Reports.
• Procurement & Supply Management.
• Data Entry & Logistical Support in Sales & Marketing.
• Stores Management & Operations.
• Preparations of Payments to Suppliers.
• Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process breakthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
• Conducted training sessions for staff members on best practices in internal auditing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Supervise day-to-day operations at the Inland Container Depot (ICD), ensuring timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of cargo.
• Manage CFS operations, overseeing consolidation, deconsolidation, and safe storage of LCL shipments.
• Coordinate with customs and clearing agents for efficient processing of vehicles and cargo through the Inland Clearance Depot.
• Oversee ECD management including empty container returns, repairs, and stock balancing.
• Monitor fleet logistics for inland transportation, ensuring timely delivery and pickup of containers.
• Maintain compliance with port authority regulations and international freight handling standards.

• Handled container stacking, inventory reconciliation, and depot yard planning for ICD.
• Worked closely with freight forwarders and transporters to ensure efficient cargo movement.
• Conducted vehicle inspection and clearance processes for customs and port approvals.
• Tracked and reported container movement using logistics software systems and maintained accurate records.

• Supervise day-to-day operations at the Inland Container Depot (ICD), ensuring timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of cargo.

• Manage CFS operations, overseeing consolidation, deconsolidation, and safe storage of LCL shipments.

• Oversee ECD management including empty container returns, repairs, and stock balancing.

• Monitor fleet logistics for inland transportation, ensuring timely delivery and pickup of containers.

• Maintain compliance with port authority regulations and international freight handling standards.

• Handled container stacking, inventory reconciliation, and depot yard planning for ICD and ECD.

• Worked closely with freight forwarders and transporters to ensure efficient cargo movement.

• Conducted vehicle inspection and clearance processes for customs and port approvals.

• Tracked and reported container movement using logistics software systems and maintained accurate records.