Logistics Manager

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**JOB DESCRIPTION: LOGISTICS MANAGER** **1. Role Overview** - **Job Title:** Logistics Manager - **Department:** Supply Chain & Planning - **Reporting To:** Head of Planning & Supply Chain - **Direct Reports:** 2 to 3 Team Members - **Employment Type:** Full-Time, Permanent **2. Role Purpose** - Provide operational structure, governance, and management to the logistics and warehousing functions. - Maintain strict financial control over primary and secondary freight, distribution, and warehousing costs. - Elevate customer service levels, ensure inventory accuracy, and manage 3PL logistics networks across multiple locations. **3. Key Responsibilities & Scope** **A. Fleet & Logistics Management (~300+ Vehicles/Month)** - Manage overall primary and secondary shipping functions across 3PL fleets. - Oversee transportation rates and negotiate contracts for primary and secondary movements. - Conduct lane-wise studies to optimize routes and maintain logistics costs within budget. - Ensure all transporter agreements comply with corporate legal and safety requirements. **B. Multi-Site Operations (10+ Warehouses & 2 Manufacturing Plants)** - Oversee warehousing and distribution network across 10+ external warehouses and co-packers. - Manage in-plant warehouse operations across manufacturing facilities, ensuring smooth unloading of Raw Materials (RM) and dispatch of Finished Goods (FG). - Ensure prompt Goods Receipt Note (GRN) processing for all inbound shipments. - Train and manage Warehouse Service Providers (WSPs) and labor contractors on company policies and operational standards. **C. Cost Control, Performance Metrics & MIS** - Implement freight cost levers to deliver cost efficiencies across supply chain operations. - Collaborate with plant warehouse, customer service, and external warehouse teams to maintain high On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery levels. - Prepare and report daily, weekly, and monthly MIS performance indices, including OTIF, logistics cost per MT, and stock accuracy. - Maintain separate tracking and reporting for Raw Material (RM) and Finished Goods (FG) transportation costs. **D. Systems & Process Compliance** - Provide ERP (SAP) guidance, system support, and operational alignment for field logistics teams. - Drive inventory reconciliation and maintain 100% stock accuracy across external and internal warehouses. **4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)** - **On-Time In-Full (OTIF):** High-level order fulfillment across all distribution channels. - **Logistics Cost Optimization:** Adherence to defined primary and secondary freight budget targets. - **Stock Accuracy:** High accuracy standards across in-plant and 3PL warehouses. - **Fleet Availability:** On-time vehicle placement for ~300+ vehicles per month. - **5. Candidate Profile & Requirements** **A. Experience & Domain Expertise** - 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in logistics, transportation, and warehousing. - Industry exposure in B2B FMCG, Food & Beverage, or related manufacturing sectors. - Demonstrated experience managing 3PL fleets handling 300+ vehicles per month. - Hands-on experience managing multi-depot networks (10+ warehouses) and multiple plant locations. **B. Technical Skills & Tools** - Strong proficiency in ERP systems (specifically SAP for logistics and warehouse management). - Proven skills in freight negotiation, vendor SLA management, and transporter rate finalization. - Ability to run data-driven logistics MIS, transport cost analysis, and stock reconciliation. **C. Team & Location Requirements** - Proven team management skills (managing direct reports and 3PL operational teams). - Must be based in or around Mumbai.