Logistics Manager

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We’re seeking a data-driven, hands-on Logistics Manager to own end-to-end supply chain execution—procurement inbound, warehousing, inventory control, order fulfillment, transportation, and last-mile. You will lead 3PL partners, optimize cost and service levels, and ensure on-time, in-full deliveries across marketplaces, D2C, modern trade, and GT.

Key Responsibilities :

1) Inbound & Supplier Logistics

• Plan and schedule inbound deliveries from suppliers/co-packers; consolidate loads and reduce lead times.
• Track OTIF from suppliers; manage GRN accuracy and put-away SLAs.

2) Warehousing & Inventory Control

• Own storage design, binning, FEFO/expiry management, and batch/lot traceability.
• Implement cycle counts and stock reconciliations; maintain <0.5% shrinkage.
• Enforce EHS, FSSAI, and ISO/HACCP-aligned hygiene & safety standards.

3) Order Fulfillment & Last-Mile

• Run last-mile fulfillment for Marketplaces and D2C.
• Ensure no miss in Marketplace deliveries, maintaining above 98% fulfillment rate.
• Define cut-off times; achieve same-day dispatch and meet delivery SLAs by zone.
• Manage NDR/returns/RTO by driving root-cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and reducing repeat cases through proactive process improvements.

4) Transportation & 3PL Management

• Select and onboard transporters/couriers; negotiate rate cards and SLAs.
• Build lane-wise routing, load planning, and milk-run schedules; monitor POD closures.

5) Planning & S&OP Support

• Translate demand plan into warehouse capacity, manpower, and fleet requirements.
• Maintain safety stocks; prevent stockouts/over-stocks with alerting & dashboards.

6) Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure e-way bills, invoicing, and GST documentation accuracy.
• Maintain SOPs, CAPAs, and audit readiness (internal & external).

7) Continuous Improvement

• Drive cost-to-serve reduction, reducing delivery TATs, and process automation.
• Standardize KPIs and visual management.

Required Experience & Skills :

• 5–8 years in logistics/supply chain (FMCG, food, or e-commerce preferred).
• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Operations/Engineering/Commerce; MBA/PGDM in Operations is a plus.
• Strong command of WMS/TMS and marketplace panels (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Instamart) and courier aggregators (e.g., Shiprocket, Nimbus, Pickrr).
• Proficient in Excel/Sheets (pivot, lookups), basic SQL preferred; familiarity with BI tools (Power BI/Tableau).
• Knowledge of FSSAI norms, FEFO and HAZMAT basics.
• Negotiation, vendor management, and contract/SLA governance.
• Analytical mindset, problem-solving, and leadership of on-ground teams.