Logistics Executive

Job Title: Logistics Executive
Industry: FMCGDepartment: Procurement & Supply ChainEmployment Type: Full-Time, PermanentRole Category: Supply Chain Management & Logistics

Position Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Logistics Executive to manage day-to-day logistics and inventory operations. The role involves overseeing stock control, goods movement, shipment coordination, and ensuring compliance with internal systems and external regulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in SAP (preferably MM module) and a strong understanding of logistics workflows, especially within cold chain environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management
• Track and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Regularly update inventory records and reconcile with purchase orders.
• Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted production schedules.

Goods Movement Oversight:

• Supervise the receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Issue raw materials and consumables to various departments as required.
• Monitor and verify all stock transactions and movement entries.

Transportation Coordination:

• Arrange for the timely transport of goods from suppliers to warehouses or distribution centers.
• Collaborate with transport providers to ensure efficient delivery schedules.

Shipment Planning & Scheduling:

• Prepare and manage delivery schedules to meet customer timelines.
• Plan and organize shipments to ensure prompt order fulfillment.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Liaise with vendors, carriers, and internal teams to resolve delivery or inventory issues.
• Ensure clear and timely communication across departments and external partners.

Export Logistics Management:

• Oversee export order processing including inventory planning and order placement.
• Handle all aspects of export documentation and compliance.
• Coordinate logistics for timely international shipments.

Regulatory & System Compliance:

• Ensure inventory data accuracy in both physical and SAP systems.
• Prepare and manage shipping documents such as STOs, e-way bills, and invoices.
• Adhere to all applicable legal and regulatory guidelines.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Generate regular reports and dashboards for management review.
• Provide actionable insights on inventory status, logistics efficiency, and shipment timelines.

Candidate Requirements:

Education:
Graduate in any discipline.

Experience:
35 years of hands-on experience in Stores, Logistics, or related supply chain functions.

Skills & Tools:

Strong working knowledge of SAP (preferably MM module).

Familiarity with cold supply chain operations will be considered a significant advantage.

Good organizational, coordination, and communication skills.