Head - Logistics Operations - India Mining

Purpose/Objective

Responsible for strategically overseeing coal dispatch operations and railway siding projects across multiple clusters, ensuring timely and efficient execution. Manage stakeholder communications with government and railway authorities, and maintain robust relationships with transporters and contractors. Meet budgetary goals, oversee vendor invoicing, and ensure quality and safety standards are upheld. Lead a logistics team, fostering collaboration, and maintain stringent quantity and quality controls with the TPS team.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Strategic Operations: -Strategically oversee the timely and efficient dispatch of coal for each cluster (Sarguja, Jharkand, Singruli, Tamnar, Odisha) meeting or exceeding target metrics. -Responsible to continuously monitor and ensure the successful completion of railway siding projects, optimizing transportation efficiency. -Administer logistics activities, including managing dispatch contractors, ensuring safe loading practices, and optimizing traffic movement. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: -Supervise and sustain effective communication with government agencies and railway authorities to guarantee efficient logistics operations to dumping grounds and railway sidings. -Maintain relationships with transporters and contractors to ensure reliable and cost-effective transportation solutions, and address critical escalations promptly. -Act as the primary representative of the Logistics department in cross-functional and strategic meetings, providing insights and updates on logistics operations. Financial and Administrative Management: -Responsible for meeting annual budgetary goals, including managing Purchase Requisitions (PRs), Service Entry Sheets (SES), and Non-Inventory Supplies (NIS). -Oversee the invoicing process of vendors is carried out efficiently to maintain smooth financial operations and foster positive vendor relationships.\ Quality and Safety Assurance: -Oversee the MIS to monitor contractor performance and ensure accurate reconciliation of material outflows, loads, and receipts to achieve high client satisfaction across all clusters. -Implement safety protocols across all logistics operations within the cluster, fostering a culture of safety and compliance. -Oversee the monitoring of EDRM sanctions and ensure timely actions for their availability, preventing any operational delays. Leadership and Team Management: -Spearhead the logistics team across all the cluster locations (Sarguja, Jharkand, Singruli, Tamnar, Odisha), fostering a productive and collaborative work environment. -Maintain constant communication with the TPS (Technical and Production Support) team to ensure stringent quantity and quality control, upholding the highest standards for materials handled. Digital Innovation and Integration: Demonstrate a deep understanding of cutting-edge digital tools and platforms among the team to optimize logistics operations, drive strategic decision-making, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. Lead the integration of emerging digital technologies to streamline processes, improve logistics accuracy, and ultimately reduce operational costs. Internal Stakeholders Railway operations Mining Security Civil Engineering IT Finance HR Department External Stakeholders: Railway Authorities Vendors and Suppliers Regulatory Authorities Contractors Third-Party Inspection Agencies

Technical Competencies

Budget Management and Cost Control,Transportation Management,Spares Management,Mining Business Know-how,Regulatory Compliance,Weigh Bridge Operations Know-how,Data Analysis and Reporting,Digitization & Automation

Qualifications and Experience

Education Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or MBA preferred. Work Experience: 20+ years of work experience in logistics or supply chain management, with significant leadership experience.