3 Freight Optimization Jobs

As the Senior Manager Logistics at Wholsum Foods, you will play a crucial role in leading the end-to-end logistics function of the company. Your responsibilities will include managing a pan-India logistics network that supports various channels such as D2C, B2B, and Modern Trade. You will be tasked with combining operational excellence with a transformation mindset to oversee the execution and scaling of logistics infrastructure, partners, and systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and customer-centric logistics operations. Building strong governance, visibility, and accountability across the logistics chain will also be a key aspect of your role. Your key responsibilities will involve managing logistics and distribution, planning and operational execution, systems and processes, compliance, as well as team and vendor management. You will be responsible for leading and managing first-mile, stock transfers, and last-mile logistics, building a high-performance 3PL network, driving freight optimization, and implementing real-time track-and-trace solutions. In terms of planning and operational execution, you will align dispatch and delivery plans, ensure vehicle readiness, and support new product rollouts with logistics readiness. Moreover, you will drive the digitization of logistics workflows using ERP, WMS, and analytics tools, ensure compliance with regulatory norms, and maintain data accuracy and reporting hygiene. Your role will also involve leading and mentoring a distributed logistics operations team, building relationships with logistics vendors, defining team KPIs, and designing manpower and shift planning for operational continuity. To excel in this role, you should possess 10-15 years of core logistics, warehousing, or supply chain leadership experience in FMCG, F&B, or e-commerce, proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, and strong problem-solving and execution skills. Joining Wholsum Foods will offer you a high-impact role in a fast-scaling, purpose-driven food company, the opportunity to shape logistics strategy from the ground up, and exposure to digital systems and cross-functional decision-making. If you are ready to make a difference in the world of logistics, this role in Gurgaon awaits you.,

As the Head Logistics at Huf India in Chakan - Pune, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the end-to-end supply chain management process. Your responsibilities will involve ensuring seamless coordination between procurement, production, planning, inventory management, logistics, and customer order fulfillment. By optimizing supply chain processes, you will aim to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve on-time delivery performance while maintaining strong relationships with both suppliers and customers. You will be accountable for annual logistics cost budgeting, implementing cost-effective transportation, warehousing, and distribution strategies, all while meeting business financial targets. Collaborating closely with sales and customer teams, you will be responsible for demand planning, forecasting, compiling customer orders, and developing a robust master production schedule. Additionally, you will need to coordinate with OEM customers for demand fluctuations and forecast alignment. In terms of procurement and supplier management, you will develop and implement strategies to ensure cost-effective sourcing while maintaining quality and delivery commitments. This will include managing relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts, and driving supplier performance improvements. You will also be responsible for implementing just-in-time procurement practices to mitigate supply risks. For production planning and inventory management, you will need to ensure optimal inventory levels across raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. Implementing lean manufacturing principles and Kanban systems will be essential to minimize waste and improve flow. You will also drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align production plans with demand. Your role will also involve overseeing logistics, distribution, and cost management. This includes monitoring the annual logistics cost budget, analyzing and controlling freight, warehousing, and distribution costs, and optimizing freight spending through negotiations and route planning. Managing inbound and outbound logistics to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of materials and finished products will be a key focus. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring KPIs related to customer delivery performance, on-time delivery, and customer logistic scores. Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives in the supply chain, leveraging digital tools for enhanced efficiency, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, as well as leading and mentoring the supply chain team will also be part of your responsibilities. You should hold a Bachelors/Masters degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, or a related field, along with at least 12 years of experience in supply chain/logistics, preferably in the automotive tier-1 supplier industry. Strong knowledge of ERP/SAP systems, lean manufacturing, and JIT principles is required, as well as expertise in supplier negotiation, logistics optimization, and cost reduction strategies. Leadership experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to foster cross-functional collaboration are essential for this role. At Huf India, we offer exciting tasks, scope for creativity, an open management culture, an attractive salary package with additional benefits, and career development opportunities. We celebrate diversity, support inclusiveness, and encourage individual expression in our workplace, making us an equal opportunity employer.,

Job Title: Dispatch Incharge Location: Bhadua, Delhi Road, P.S. Dankuni, Hooghly, West Bengal 712250 (Beside SM Dhaba) Salary: 25,000 (In-hand, per month) Working Hours: Minimum 10-12 hours/day (as per workload), Flexible Shift Job Summary: We are hiring an experienced and capable Dispatch Incharge for our warehouse facility located in Dankuni, Hooghly. The ideal candidate must have strong ability in customer coordination, SAP Billing and documentation, Transporter handling and management, Freight Optimization. Key Roles and Responsibilities: Inward & outward stock movement Customer coordination SAP Billing & documentation Transporter handling and management Freight Optimization Coordinating with Sales Team and Warehouse management. Maintain accurate inventory records using SAP and Advanced Excel. Coordinate with the logistics and transport teams for dispatches and deliveries. Qualification: Graduate in any stream from a recognized university. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse/inventory management , supply chain, or logistics operations. Skills Required: Proficient in SAP (Warehouse/Inventory modules). Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel (including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Reports). Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. Good coordination and communication skills with internal teams and external vendors.