

Integrity-driven Supply Chain Leader with 20+ years of high-level logistics experience spanning global FMCG and Oil & Gas corporations. Expert in leveraging enterprise resource planning (ERP) ecosystems, including SAP and Ariba, to streamline multi-channel operations. Highly skilled at navigating complex local and international compliance frameworks. A versatile professional with a documented history of delivering key milestones, equally effective leading cross-functional teams or executing strategic initiatives independently.
• Managed comprehensive daily logistics operations and customs compliance for two strategic Baker Hughes manufacturing facilities in Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ) and Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP).
• Drove third-party logistics (3PL) providers handling an annual trade volume of $20M in shipments value, consistently meeting KPIs for the APAC regional supply chain.
• Pioneered a strategic "farm-out" transportation model for the PKFZ facility, generating $100K+ in annual cost savings by modernizing and streamlining complex logistics processes. Negotiated and collaborated with key regulatory bodies, including the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, MPC (Malaysia Productivity Corporation), MIDA (Malaysia Investment Development Authority), and the PKFZ Authority, to successfully revise and simplify legacy customs frameworks.
• Led the compliant de-mobilization and asset transfer of tools, machinery, and Strategic Goods during the closure of two Baker Hughes manufacturing plants (PKFZ and PTP).
• Managed import and export compliance and clearance documentation for regular international shipments. Coordinated daily with the customs department and freight forwarders to submit tax exemption certificates and regulatory paperwork accurately. Eliminated customs delays, achieving a 100% on-time clearance rate.
• Responsible for managing complex, multi-departmental data tracking required for mandatory customs documentation. Overhauled the compilation process for periodical customs reporting—including utilized tax exemptions, monthly FG, local movements, scrap tracking, and LMW license renewals. Ensured error-free submissions and seamless license approvals.
IMDG certified practitioner
Enterprise software proficiency
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Free trade agreement compliance
Trade compliance - US Export Control , Strategic Goods
Business Analytics - Power BI, Tableau
IRAS compliance audit, ISO9001
Malaysia LMW, CJ5, FTZ
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code Course (Amendment 41-22)
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code Course (Amendment 41-22)
Saifullizan, Ahmad
Regional Account Director, LLP APAC
DHL Supply Chain Singapore Pte Ltd
Email: saifullizan.ahmad@dhl.com
Phone: +65 92955984