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PIO FERNANDO S. NAVARRA

Project Head
Bacoor City

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Head

NextDoor Logistics Services Inc.
Metro Manila
04.2021 - Current
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

Logistics Freelance Writer

Upwork
Metro Manila
02.2021 - Current
  • Writing articles covering shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Deputy General Manager

NextDoor Logistics Services Inc.
Metro Manila
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Ensures that services are delivered on time and within client requirements.
  • Reviewed performance results to target and take corrective measures with authorization and escalation.
  • Fostered and promoted cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and effectiveness.
  • Interacts with various foreign freight forwarding agents, shipping lines, port operators, government agencies, customs brokers, and trucking companies.
  • Participated in planning process to achieve corporate objectives.
  • Administered operating budget, approved expenditures and implemented budgetary adjustments.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Nonpareil International Freight and Cargo Services, Inc.
Paranaque City
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Handled and expanded export shipments from the Freeport Area of Bataan to various destinations in Asia, Europe, and the US.

Vice President Seafreight

AAI Worldwide Logistics Inc.
Paranaque
09.2014 - 12.2015
  • Managed the international sea freight forwarding division with focus on sales and operations (Customer Service, Import and Export Customs Clearance, Pickup/Delivery, and Documentation).
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Customer Service Manager

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
Paranaque
01.2013 - 09.2014
  • Manages and oversees the activities of a team of Customer Service Representatives, ensuring that each individual perform at par with the standards set by the company.
  • Monitors the performance of each team member against specified program metrics, and provides the necessary support and assistance in order for metrics to be improved on, attained, or exceeded.
  • Regularly performs tasks related to team management (i.e Coaching and mentoring, performance feedback-giving), as well as data reporting on the team"s performance
  • Motivates agents to perform at their maximum capacity in order to fulfill professional growth targets, enhance the productivity of the account, and the overall profitability of the company.
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.

Operations Manager

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
Paranaque City
05.2007 - 09.2014


  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • For exports, 0% shutout, all export should be picked up on time and all documents should be processed before the cutoff date
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Ensure that all customer requirements are met
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Conducted periodic assessment of staff performance and implement corrective action for staff performing below target.

Senior Sales Officer

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
Paranaque City
05.2007 - 09.2014
  • Exceeded sales goals by implementing aggressive sales programs, overhauling processes and facilitating market development.
  • Makes regular visits to customers to maintain and grown the business relationship
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
  • Represented the company in business trips to partner networks.

Sales Officer

Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
Makati City
05.2004 - 05.2007
  • Work hand in hand with the Sales Manager to help achieve sales operational objectives by contributing sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews
  • Meets sales financial objective/budget by forecasting requirements and maintains and expands customer base by building rapport with key customers and identifying new customer opportunities.
  • Enhanced sales operations through development of new sales strategies, cold calling techniques and customer follow-up
  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.

Sales Officer

Channel Technologies Inc.
Makati
03.2003 - 05.2004
  • Enhanced sales operations through development of new sales strategies, cold calling techniques and customer follow-up.
  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
  • Collaborated with channel partners to identify and qualify mutually rewarding sales and business opportunities.
  • Consistently serviced accounts to maintain active contacts and continuously promote profitable offerings.

Sales Officer

100 Services Inc.
Makati
01.2003 - 03.2003
  • Enhanced sales operations through development of new sales strategies, cold calling techniques and customer follow-up
  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
  • Collaborated with channel partners to identify and qualify mutually rewarding sales and business opportunities.
  • Consistently serviced accounts to maintain active contacts and continuously promote profitable offerings.

Education

MBA - Business

Ateneo Graduate School Of Business
Makati City
06.2007 - 6 2011

Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications

De La Salle University-College Of Saint. Benilde
City Of Manila
06.1998 - 03.2002

High School Diploma -

De La Salle Santiago Zobel
Muntinlupa City
06.1995 - 06.1998

Skills

Business development and planning

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Interests

CrossFit

Golf

Timeline

Project Head

NextDoor Logistics Services Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Logistics Freelance Writer

Upwork
02.2021 - Current

Deputy General Manager

NextDoor Logistics Services Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2019

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Nonpareil International Freight and Cargo Services, Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2016

Vice President Seafreight

AAI Worldwide Logistics Inc.
09.2014 - 12.2015

Customer Service Manager

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
01.2013 - 09.2014

MBA - Business

Ateneo Graduate School Of Business
06.2007 - 6 2011

Senior Sales Officer

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
05.2007 - 09.2014

Operations Manager

AAI Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
05.2007 - 09.2014

Sales Officer

Freightmovers Worldwide Inc.
05.2004 - 05.2007

Sales Officer

Channel Technologies Inc.
03.2003 - 05.2004

Sales Officer

100 Services Inc.
01.2003 - 03.2003

Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications

De La Salle University-College Of Saint. Benilde
06.1998 - 03.2002

High School Diploma -

De La Salle Santiago Zobel
06.1995 - 06.1998
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