Lead - Logistics and distribution

Responsibilities Logistics Operations & Planning: - Implement processes and controls to efficiently manage material flows (reception, put-away, kitting, shipping) while maintaining alignment between physical and system flows. - Develop, contract, and onboard reputed service partners including carriers, 3PLs, CHAs, and freight forwarders. - Monitor and analyse ocean freight, fuel, storage, detention, demurrage costs, and take actions to mitigate impact. - Track budget vs. actual sales and provide periodic updates to management. - Coordinate with site logistics, CSR, and sales teams for dispatch schedules and clearances. - Ensure container bookings, trailer arrangements, and customs clearance for exports/imports. Support domestic vehicle placements if required. - Address logistics issues from site reviews, identify root causes, and follow up on corrective/preventive actions. - Track delivery times, transport costs, and operational efficiency. - Manage customer complaints related to logistics operations (damage, pilferage, accidents), including RC/CAPA, claims settlement, and reverse logistics. - Ensure adherence to quarantine policies and resolution of non-conformities. - Maintain and analyze metrics (OTDIF, DOH, SLOB, delivery performance) to drive functional improvements. - Ensure timely payments to service providers. - Support digital transformation initiatives (TMS, WMS, Lighthouse, dashboards, RPA for export documentation) for optimal utilization. - Participate in annual logistics and warehouse budgeting exercises. - Conduct vendor performance evaluations quarterly and review results with partners. - Support factory expansion and commissioning projects through cross-functional collaboration. - Review, redesign, and simplify standard operating procedures as per evolving business needs. - Support network optimization studies and build logistics/warehousing models to reduce costs, lead times, and improve service. - Contribute to carbon emission reduction initiatives for sustainability. - SAP knowledge is preferred. People Development: - Drive a performance-oriented culture by monitoring KPIs, reviewing performance, and providing feedback. - Mentor and develop team members, providing exposure and growth opportunities for higher roles. - Set annual objectives and targets, support and coach the team to achieve them, conduct appraisals, and recognize performance. - Participate in HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and motivation. - Undertake additional projects or responsibilities as assigned. Skills: Freight Forwarding, Warehouse Management, Customs Clearance, Cost Optimization Experience: 10.00-15.00 Years