Lead Logistics

• Job Purpose:
  

• Dimensions: Mention quantitative or qualitative parameters that are relevant for the job and provide a better understanding of the scope and scale of the job.
  

• Job Context & Major Challenges: Write the specific aspects of the job that provide a challenge (internal and external) to the jobholder in the context of the Business/Unit/Function/Department/Section
• Ensuring timely dispatches and compliance across multiple plants and depots.
• Driving adoption of digital tools like Pando and BOSE.
• Managing cost pressures while maintaining service levels.
• Leading AI-based load optimization and special projects.
• Key Result Areas: Write the key results expected from the job and the supporting actions for each of these key result areas (For a majority of jobs typically there could be 4- 7 key result areas)
  

Key Result Areas

Operational Leadership

• Lead day-to-day logistics operations including transportation, RDC/MDC operations / management, and placement execution.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective movement of goods across the supply chain network.
• Monitor logistics KPIs and ensure achievement of targets in line with business goals.
  

Cost & Efficiency Management

• Track logistics costs and ensure adherence to budgeted Rs/KL across routes and operations.
• Drive initiatives to improve loadability, truck mix, and reduce in-transit damages and shortages.
• Support implementation of cost-saving strategies and process improvements.
  

Team & Goal Alignment

• Cascade logistics goals to functional teams and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with placement, freight, and RDC teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Conduct regular reviews and performance assessments of team members.
  

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Oversee vendor performance and ensure timely resolution of operational issues.
• Support vendor onboarding and ensure compliance with SOPs and service standards.
• Facilitate coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners.
  

Process Compliance & Technology Adoption

• Ensure adherence to logistics SOPs across all nodes and functions.
• Drive implementation and usage of Transport Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS) and other digital tools.
• Promote continuous improvement through audits, reviews, and adoption of best practices.
  

Reporting & Communication

• Share regular MIS and operational updates with the Head – Logistics.
• Highlight cost overruns, operational bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.