
Semiconductor Logistics & High-Tech Supply Chain Excellence

Karan Parekh
High-Tech Logistics Specialist​​
Sayreville, NJ

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Get to Know Me
I'm a Semiconductor Logistics Specialist with 5+ years specializing in high-stakes, 24/7 global operations. I manage the secure movement of high-value semiconductor spare parts and capital equipment, where zero-error precision isn't optional; it's essential.
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My mission: bridge frontline execution with digital strategy to make supply chains smarter and more resilient.
Work Experience
Nov 2023 - Nov 2025
1. Semiconductor Logistics Operations Specialist (Kuehne+Nagel Inc.) - Remote, US
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Led 24/7 operational oversight for semiconductor logistics, coordinating 150+ high-value shipments monthly across 12+ countries.
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Key Achievements:
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Operational Excellence: Achieved 98.5% on-time delivery performance, managing rigorous SLAs, preventing $2M+ in potential delay costs annually
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Global Coordination: Orchestrated complex supply chain operations across the Netherlands, Taiwan, and US teams for $15M+ quarterly equipment procurement projects
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Process Improvement: Led 3 Lean Six Sigma projects, reducing shipment processing time by 23% and documentation errors by 40%, saving $180K annually
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System Management: Maintained 99.8% data accuracy across 200+ weekly ERP transactions (SAP, CargoWise), ensuring ISO compliance
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Stakeholder Management: Reduced escalations by 35% through proactive communication across Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Customs teams
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Compliance Expertise: Applied in-depth knowledge of import/export regulations (ITAR, EAR, customs compliance) to resolve critical issues
Sep 2020 - Oct 2023
2. Airfreight Pricing Analyst (Kuehne+Nagel Inc.) - Jersey City, NJ
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Managed performance analytics and cost optimization for time-critical pharmaceutical and high-tech airfreight operations valued at $8M+ quarterly.
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Key Achievements:
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Cost Optimization: Identified $250K+ in annual savings through carrier consolidation and rate negotiation strategies using advanced data modeling
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Financial Management: Managed $2.5M quarterly budget with 99.2% invoice reconciliation accuracy across 500+ monthly transactions
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Performance Analytics: Developed 15+ custom dashboards using Advanced Excel to monitor carrier performance and identify service gaps
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Audit Compliance: Supported quarterly financial audits, maintaining detailed documentation for pharmaceutical accounts with heightened regulatory requirements
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Vendor Management: Coordinated with 10+ airfreight carriers to resolve pricing discrepancies and billing disputes while maintaining relationship quality
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April 2016 - June 2016
3. Mechanical Engineering Intern - Supply Chain Operations (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) - Singapore, SG
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Supported R&D engineering and supply chain teams on server hardware lifecycle projects.
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Key Contributions:
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Collaborated on rapid prototyping and validation testing of 20+ mechanical components for next-generation server platforms
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Assisted in material readiness planning for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
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Supported onsite equipment setup and staging for large-scale data center deployment projects

