Deputy PLH

1. Financial Ensure planning of dispatches at an optimal cost Ensure that the operations at the allocated plants are running efficiently and delivering the targets within specified time Responsible for implementation of strategic cost optimization initiatives on overall logistics spend at the region/state level Ensure focus on total delivered cost for leveraging price competitiveness capabilities Take initiatives to drive growth for DCBL and ensure sustained growth in line with long-term and short-term objectives of the organization 2. Customer Ensure customer satisfaction at the designated plants and collaborate with the plant heads to build strong relationships with the customers (both internal and external) Understand the key drivers of the vendors business, identify the criticality of the drivers and their impact on the vendors motivation to do business within the region Responsible for streamlining and standardizing the vendor on- boarding process, and ensure vendor retention by building long-term relationships Ensure effective improvement in vendor s business practices by understanding the key drivers of their business, and advising them on the same Responsible for all deliverables agreed as per the SLAs Ensure initiation and sensitization of the employees towards digitization and automation of the processes Focus on utilization of advanced business analytics tools to derive key insights critical for the success of the organization 3. Operations Institute norms, process adherence in the function and build a culture of continuous process improvement & optimization Devise and implement distribution strategies (in sourcing or outsourcing, number and location of warehouses, transportation means, distribution schemes) within the state and allocated plants Ensure compliance to procurement policy, quality parameters and cost savings plan Ensure reduction in transit time and further overall process TAT reduction, by opting for use of new and advanced technology Ensure initiatives to automate Transportation Management Systems like lowest cost routing, real-time tracking, etc. to streamline state logistics systems 4. Self/ Team Development Review and monitor performance of team members and provide requisite developmental support/ inputs Recommend training as required for team s development Develop the team and update their knowledge base to cater the organization need Chart out a clear succession plan; identify and groom direct reports for higher responsibilities Strategize avenues for enhancing employee satisfaction in the function, resulting in high engagement levels of employees