Abdirahman Mohamed

As an executive leader and economist with over 12 years of experience across East Africa, I build resilient logistics operations and drive commercial growth in high-complexity markets. I have directed end-to-end supply chains, overseen port and freight operations, and secured strategic partnerships with multinational shipping lines and international humanitarian agencies. My leadership balances strict regulatory governance with operational agility to ensure organizational profitability. I remain focused on expanding regional trade infrastructure and delivering sustainable enterprise performance.

1. SL

   Chief Executive Officer

   Present

   Sabadi Logistics

   Jan 2023 — Present · 3 yrs

   • Architect long-range commercial strategies to expand market footprint and capture regional logistics demand.
   • Enforce fiscal discipline through enterprise-wide budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial risk mitigation.
   • Establish performance benchmarks across business units to evaluate operational outputs and leadership accountability.
   • Negotiate strategic joint ventures and high-level agreements with government entities and international partners.
   • Institute rigorous compliance frameworks covering customs clearances, port regulations, and cross-border transport.
   • Lead structural reorganizations to streamline cross-functional workflows, enhance agility, and boost operating margins.
2. SL

   Managing Director

   Sabadi Logistics

   Mar 2019 — Dec 2022 · 3 yrs

   • Synchronized cross-functional operations spanning sales, human resources, fleet logistics, and finance.
   • Devised annual business plans and resource allocation strategies to maximize return on invested capital.
   • Cultivated key stakeholder partnerships with port authorities, maritime shipping lines, and institutional suppliers.
   • Reduced inland transportation and handling expenditures through continuous process optimization and tariff control.
   • Implemented rigorous HR governance policies, staff capability development initiatives, and evaluation standards.
   • Represented corporate interests across regional trade forums, transport panels, and logistics summits.
3. CC

   Commercial Manager

   CMA CGM Somaliland

   Jun 2017 — Mar 2019 · 2 yrs

   • Delivered comprehensive regional sales and market intelligence reporting directly to executive headquarters in Marseille.
   • Structured complex multi-modal logistics packages for diplomatic missions, UN agencies, and humanitarian organizations.
   • Streamlined port and customs clearance protocols to eliminate supply chain bottlenecks and avert vessel cut-off delays.
   • Managed container inspection and quality assurance workflows for mission-critical World Food Programme cargo.
   • Drove regional CRM adoption to track pipeline velocity, retain high-value accounts, and capture market share.
   • Formulated competitive FOB and CIF rate structures to outperform regional maritime competitors and increase profitability.
4. CC

   Inside Sales Officer

   CMA CGM Somaliland

   Jun 2017 — Feb 2018 · 1 yr

   • Marketed end-to-end maritime container shipping and integrated inland logistics services to commercial clients.
   • Surpassed annual freight volume and revenue targets through structured prospecting and active account management.
   • Conducted rigorous post-service performance evaluations to address service bottlenecks and improve customer loyalty.
   • Collaborated with global booking centers in Copenhagen and Tallinn to ensure precise cargo routing and tracking.
   • Identified organic upsell opportunities within existing trade accounts to improve freight utilization and yield.
   • Leveraged digital freight platforms to accelerate commercial quotations and streamline customer booking cycles.
5. CC

   Outside Sales Executive

   CMA CGM Somaliland

   Feb 2017 — Jun 2017 · <1 yr

   • Executed structured field visit schedules across regional commercial hubs to capture prospective freight volume.
   • Marketed multimodal freight forwarding and contract logistics solutions to major regional importers and exporters.
   • Liaised with global pricing desks to negotiate competitive commercial terms and expedite deal closure.
   • Maintained pipeline data integrity and customer relationship histories within the centralized enterprise CRM.
   • Partnered with credit control teams to accelerate accounts receivable recovery and resolve billing disputes.
   • Analyzed frontline market shifts and competitor pricing movements to guide local commercial strategy.
6. UC

   Port and Terminal Operations Manager

   Universal Cargo & Logistics

   Jun 2016 — Jan 2017 · 1 yr

   • Led terminal logistics teams at the Port of Berbera to ensure rapid vessel discharge and container dispatch.
   • Formulated operational logistics workflows and departmental expenditure plans alongside executive management.
   • Supervised regulatory documentation, import licensing compliance, and official customs declarations.
   • Coordinated daily terminal operations with port officials using automated customs clearance management software.
   • Communicated real-time vessel schedules, ETA adjustments, and dispatch timelines directly to corporate clients.
   • Intervened in clearance disputes with regulatory authorities to avert costly container demurrage and storage penalties.
7. GL

   National Sales & Marketing Director

   Guleid Logistics

   May 2015 — May 2016 · 1 yr

   • Forged strategic carrier alliances with major global shipping lines including Maersk Line, PIL, CMA CGM, and MSC.
   • Tracked port-to-port container movements to uphold delivery milestones and maintain customer service levels.
   • Devised targeted business-to-business marketing initiatives across digital and traditional media channels.
   • Standardized technical shipping documentation and cargo instructions to prevent freight forwarding delays.
   • Partnered with logistics advisory teams to convert complex enterprise inquiries into contracted transport business.
   • Instituted sales enablement systems and onboarding training to elevate commercial conversion rates across the team.
8. IR

   Field Food/Non-Food Monitor & Distributer

   Islamic Relief Worldwide

   May 2012 — May 2015 · 3 yrs

   • Supervised field-level distribution of emergency food rations, hygiene materials, and non-food relief items.
   • Audited warehouse storage conditions, transport manifests, and delivery integrity across active field locations.
   • Scheduled emergency water trucking routes and coordinated delivery points in alignment with community frameworks.
   • Liaised with community committees, local authorities, and partner NGOs to facilitate safe, transparent aid delivery.
   • Conducted structured post-distribution monitoring to evaluate relief equity and gather beneficiary feedback.
   • Authored detailed reconciliation summaries and incident logs to maintain operational transparency for leadership.