Senior Logistics Manager

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About the Company

Autocracy Machinery is India’s leading manufacturer of specialty construction, agricultural, and infrastructure machinery. We design and build high-performance machines and attachments that help India build faster, safer, and smarter. With strong R&D and engineering innovation, we are proud to Make in India and Make for the World.

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About the Role

– Logistics

Key Responsibilities

1. Local & International Logistics Management

• Manage end-to-end logistics for domestic and global shipments of materials and finished products.
• Coordinate with transporters, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and vendors to ensure seamless movement of goods.
• Ensure timely dispatches to customers, warehouses, and plant locations.

2. Import & Export Operations

• Manage complete import and export processes including shipment planning and documentation.
• Liaise with customs agents and overseas suppliers for clearance and tracking.
• Monitor shipment movement, resolve delays, and ensure on-time delivery to meet production schedules.

3. Documentation Management

Prepare, verify, and maintain accurate logistics & customs documentation including:

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
• Certificate of Origin
• Delivery Challans & Domestic Transport Documents
• Import/Export Declarations
• HS Codes & INCOTERMS Documentation

4. Compliance & Regulatory Adherence

• Ensure compliance with DGFT regulations, Customs Act, GST rules, and international trade laws.
• Maintain updated knowledge of Incoterms, LC, customs, HS codes, duty drawback, DGFT, insurance, duty structures, and export-import compliance.
• Support internal and external logistics, customs, and statutory audits.

5. Coordination & Material Support

• Collaborate with Procurement, Production, Warehouse/Stores, and Planning teams.
• Support material planning by ensuring timely arrival of inbound shipments.
• Coordinate with warehouses for GRN, stock confirmation, storage, and dispatch readiness.

6. Logistics Tracking & Reporting

• Track and monitor shipment status for inbound & outbound logistics.
• Maintain records of freight charges, transporter performance, delivery timelines, and logistics KPIs.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly logistics MIS for management.

7. Cost Optimization & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to optimize logistics costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Implement improvements across dispatch planning, route management, freight negotiations, documentation accuracy, and vendor coordination.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong experience in plant/manufacturing logistics operations
• In-depth knowledge of import/export procedures and documentation

• Good understanding of customs regulations, INCOTERMS, and HS code classification
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/logistics systems (SAP/Oracle preferred)
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and decision-making capability
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines, and priorities
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance-oriented approach

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or related field (preferred)
• 7 – 9+ years of logistics experience in the manufacturing / industrial sector

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and reliability
• Strong execution and follow-up skills
• Process-oriented and disciplined working approach
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Positive attitude and strong coordination capability.