Head of Logistics

Head of Logistics & Return Logistics

Key Responsibilities

1. Logistics & Distribution Management

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics for finished beverages across Indore and regional markets.
• Create and optimize delivery routes, fleet utilization, and dispatch schedules.
• Ensure timely delivery to distributors, retailers, and key accounts.
• Manage transportation partners, negotiate contracts, and track freight costs.

2. Warehousing & Inventory Control

• Lead warehouse operations including storage, handling, FIFO/FEFO management.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock accuracy, space utilization, and shrinkage control.
• Implement warehouse automation, SAP/ERP best practices, and process improvements.

3. Return Logistics & Reverse Supply Chain

• Manage return logistics of empty bottles, crates, damaged goods, expired stock, and rejected batches.
• Develop SOPs for handling returns from distributors or retailers.
• Ensure proper segregation, documentation, credit note processing, and disposal.
• Coordinate with Quality and Production teams for return inspection and recycling initiatives.

4. Transportation & Fleet Management

• Oversee owned/leased fleet, ensure compliance with safety, maintenance, and regulatory norms.
• Implement GPS tracking, route planning, and fuel-efficiency programs.
• Reduce transportation costs and improve service-level KPIs.

5. Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage transporters, warehouse service providers, packaging suppliers, and logistics partners.
• Negotiate service agreements and monitor vendor performance against SLAs.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Production, Procurement, and Finance teams.

6. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, excise, environmental, and transportation regulations.
• Implement workplace safety protocols, documentation, and audits.

7. Cost Efficiency & Performance Management

• Prepare logistics budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Drive continuous improvement projects (LEAN, Kaizen, 5S).
• Track KPIs: OTIF, logistics cost per case, return turnaround time, warehouse productivity, etc.

8. Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop logistics and warehouse teams across locations.
• Ensure skill development, performance reviews, and SOP adherence.

Key Skills & Requirements

Education

• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Logistics, or Commerce preferred.

Experience

• 10–15+ years

  of experience in Logistics/Supply Chain in FMCG/Beverages/Manufacturing.
• Strong background in return logistics/reverse supply chain is an added advantage.
• Experience with SAP/ERP required.