Export-Import, Global Supply Chain & International Logistics

Pradeep Yadav

Visionary, results-driven leader with 16+ years orchestrating complex global supply chains, EXIM commercials & compliance, and international logistics for engineering/manufacturing.

 
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Professional Summary

A hands-on leader across Engineering/Manufacturing supply chains, mastering Import‑Export commercials, operations & compliance while leveraging strategic international logistics to drive growth and competitive advantage

Experience

16+ years

Shipments handled

100+/month

Procurement Value

₹300 Cr+/yr

Exports Value

₹450 Cr+/yr

Sourcing Commodities Exposure

  • Metal & Components
  • Rubber & Components
  • Chemicals
  • Electrical items
  • Capital items (Machines, lines & Tools)
  • Powertrain (Engine, Transmission, Driveshaft & Axles)
  • Electronic vehicle parts & Proprietary items

Key Expertise & Core Competencies

Global Sourcing & Procurement

Managed >₹300 Cr annual global procurement; strategic sourcing, long-term contracts, LCCS & localization for measurable savings.

Import–Export & Regulatory Compliance

End-to-end commercials & ops; mastery of FTP, Customs Acts, EPCG, Advance, FTA, Drawback, RoDTEP; Licenses/Permissions for restricted items; timely compliance with DGFT, Customs, RBI, MoD & EPCs.

International Logistics Management

Inbound & outbound across Breakbulk (≤1200T), RORO, FCL (GP/40HC/OT/FR), LCL & Air (≤30T single move); 100+ shipments/month handling.

Project Delivery

On-time, compliant delivery by combining sourcing strategy, optimized logistics and precise trade compliance management.

Industries Served

Defence
Automotive
Consumer Durables (AC & Refrigeration)
Agriculture Equipment

Professional Experience

2025 – Present

EXIM Squad

Head – Export-Import Program — Pan-India

  • Leading EXIM program, governance, and pan-India operations.
  • Driving compliance-led cost optimization across trade lanes.

2022 – 2025

Mahindra Defence

Head – Supply Chain & Logistics — Palwal & Pune

  • Owned Import-Export, Logistics & Global Procurement for armored vehicles.
  • Streamlined customs documentation and optimized logistics contracts

2020 – 2021

Super Hoze

Head – Purchase

  • Led Strategic Sourcing (Import & Domestic), Logistics & Warehousing.
  • Improved material margins via commodity tracking & localization

2017 – 2020

Tecumseh

Team Leader – SCM & Logistics

  • Managed Import-Export & Logistics for a global MNC.
  • Led FF selection and contract finalization.

2011 – 2017

Talbros

Senior Purchase Officer

  • Strategic Sourcing for Gaskets, Heat Shields & Forgings.
  • Executed LCCS to reduce total cost of ownership.
2009 – 2011
Krishna Paper Boxes
Purchase Executive
  • Foundational procurement and supply chain experience.
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