Logistics Manager

We at Groupe Veritas (GV) are into varied businesses but our flagship business is International Trade and distribution of Petroleum & Chemical products.

You can go through our company profile on www.groupeveritas.com

Mentioned herewith is the JD in very brief, which includes but is not limited to the mentioned activities -

Logistics Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Logistics Strategy & Operations:

• end-to-end logistics for

  import of chemicals

  via

  bulk tankers, dry bulk, and containerized cargo (FCL/LCL)

  .
• Design and implement logistics strategies to optimize

  cost, delivery timelines, and safety compliance

  .
• Collaborate with procurement, planning, and manufacturing teams for delivery planning and coordination.

2. Vessel Chartering:

• Manage

  spot and long-term chartering of chemical tankers, dry bulk vessels, and container space

  .
• Negotiate

  freight contracts, charter party agreements

  , demurrage clauses, and port handling terms.
• Maintain strong relationships with

  ship owners, chartering brokers, NVOCCs, and freight forwarders

  .

3. Regulatory & Compliance:

• Oversee

  customs clearance

  , import documentation, and regulatory approvals (MSDS, COO, B/L, etc.).
• Manage classification, packaging, and labeling of hazardous chemicals as per global standards.

4. Port, Terminal & Transport Management:

• Coordinate with

  port authorities, terminals, and bonded warehouses

  for efficient cargo handling.
• Supervise movement from port to plant via

  road tankers, ISO tanks, IBCs, or drums

  as per cargo type.
• Manage

  last-mile logistics

  , ensuring safe unloading and quality checks.

5. Cost, Risk & Performance Management:

• Monitor freight trends, benchmark costs, and initiate

  cost-saving strategies

  across shipping modes.
• Analyze and report

  KPIs

  (OTIF, demurrage costs, transit times, etc.) and drive continuous improvement.
• Handle exceptions, delays, and risk mitigation related to cargo damage, spills, or port disruptions.