Head Logistics

As the Head of Logistics at Huf India in Chakan, Pune, you will oversee the end-to-end supply chain management process. Your primary responsibility is to ensure seamless coordination between procurement, production, planning, inventory management, logistics, and customer order fulfillment. By optimizing the supply chain process, you will enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve on-time delivery performance while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers. - Develop and implement procurement strategies for cost-effective sourcing - Manage relationships with key suppliers and negotiate contracts - Drive supplier performance improvements - Manage inventory levels across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods - Implement lean manufacturing principles and Kanban systems to minimize waste and improve flow You will work closely with sales and customer teams to forecast demand accurately and align supply chain planning. Additionally, you will develop and monitor the annual logistics cost budget, analyze and control freight, warehousing, and distribution costs, and optimize freight spending through strategic negotiations and route planning. Furthermore, you will identify and implement cost-saving initiatives in the supply chain through process improvements, negotiations, and strategic sourcing. Monitoring key performance indicators such as On-Time In-Full (OTIF), inventory turnover, and supplier performance will be crucial. Leveraging digital tools such as ERP, SAP, and advanced analytics is also essential for enhancing supply chain operations. To excel in this role, you should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, or a related field, along with at least 12 years of experience in supply chain and logistics, preferably in the automotive tier-1 supplier industry. Strong knowledge of ERP/SAP systems, lean manufacturing, JIT principles, and leadership experience are essential. Your expertise in areas such as supplier negotiation, logistics optimization, and cost reduction strategies will be highly valued. Joining Huf India means engaging in exciting tasks, demonstrating creativity, and working in an open management culture. You will receive an attractive salary package, additional benefits, and opportunities for career development. Huf India celebrates diversity, promotes inclusiveness, and values individual expression in the workplace, ensuring a harassment-free and discrimination-free environment for all employees. Be a part of the dynamic team at Huf India Pvt. Ltd. committed to excellence in the automotive industry.,