Head of Logistics

9 - 14 years

12 - 16 Lacs

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Job Description

Position Overview:

  • Develop and implement

    nationwide logistics strategies

    to ensure timely and efficient product distribution.
  • Balance

    own fleet and 3PL logistics

    for cost-effective and flexible transportation solutions.
  • Optimize route planning and fleet utilization to

    reduce delivery time and fuel costs

    .
  • Strengthen relationships with

    3PL partners, warehouses, and key stakeholders

    .

2. Warehousing & Inventory Management

  • Supervise

    inventory control across multiple distribution centers

    , ensuring

    FIFO & FEFO compliance

    .
  • Work with the

    ERP system

    to streamline stock tracking, minimize wastage, and prevent stockouts.
  • Ensure

    temperature-controlled storage

    for product quality compliance.

3. Transportation & Distribution

  • Oversee

    nationwide transportation operations

    , ensuring

    on-time delivery

    across multiple cities.
  • Implement

    real-time fleet tracking using ERP-integrated systems

    .
  • Manage

    cost-per-kilometer metrics

    , optimizing fuel efficiency and reducing logistics expenses.
  • Drive

    last-mile delivery efficiency

    to maintain product availability across retail channels.

4. Vendor & Supplier Management

  • Develop long-term partnerships with

    reliable transporters and 3PL vendors

    .
  • Negotiate contracts to

    ensure cost-effective and high-quality service

    .
  • Monitor vendor performance and enforce

    service level agreements (SLAs)

    .

5. Team Leadership & Operational Excellence

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a

    team of 4 Logistics Managers

    , fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Implement

    SOPs and industry best practices

    to improve logistics efficiency.
  • Drive process improvements through

    data-driven decision-making and ERP analytics

    .

6. Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with

    government regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines

    .
  • Develop

    contingency plans for supply chain disruptions

    , ensuring business continuity.
  • Implement

    health & safety protocols

    for fleet operations and warehouse management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • On-time delivery rate

    (95%+ target)
  • Cost per km & fuel efficiency

  • Fleet utilization rate

  • Inventory accuracy (99%+)

  • Reduction in stock wastage & pilferage

  • Vendor performance & SLA adherence

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelors/Masters degree

    in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 10+ years

    of logistics experience in FMCG, beverage, or packaged drinking water industries.
  • Expertise in

    ERP-driven logistics, fleet management, and 3PL coordination

    .
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to

    optimize nationwide supply chains with cost-effective solutions

    .

Preferred Certifications:

  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (

    CSCP

    ) or Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (

    CLTD

    )
  • Lean Six Sigma or other

    process improvement certifications

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