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Saman Tea Pvt. Ltd.

Reports to: Director / Head of OperationsAbout Saman Tea Private LimitedSaman Tea Private Limited is a leading force in the tea industry and proud to be India's largest exporter of tea. We procure high-quality tea packages from both public auctions and private suppliers across the nation. Our extensive operational network involves transporting these goods to our various warehouse locations, managing a complex and high-volume supply chain that spans the length and breadth of the country, from the South to the North and vice versa.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and highly-skilled Transport Head to take complete ownership of our entire inland and outbound logistics operations. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader responsible for managing the seamless, cost-effective, and compliant movement of all tea packages. This role is critical to our success, overseeing everything from the initial procurement transport to warehouse receiving and final dispatch.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>End-to-End Logistics Management: Direct and oversee all domestic transport operations, including the movement of tea packages from auction centers and private sellers to our various company warehouses.</li><li>Pan-India Transport Strategy: Develop, implement, and optimize logistics strategies for complex transport routes, particularly the high-volume corridors between South and North India.</li><li>Receiving &amp; Dispatch Operations: Manage and streamline all warehouse receiving and dispatch functions, ensuring 100% accuracy in package handling, inventory reconciliation, and timely loading/unloading.</li><li>Outbound Logistics: Coordinate and manage the outbound logistics chain, ensuring that tea packages are prepared and transported efficiently to ports or other locations for export.</li><li>Vendor &amp; Transporter Management: Negotiate contracts, manage relationships, and monitor the performance of all 3PL providers, transporters, and freight forwarders to ensure cost-effectiveness, reliability, and high service levels.</li><li>Compliance and Documentation: Ensure full compliance with all road transport regulations. This includes personal oversight and expert knowledge of:</li><li>E-way bill generation and management.</li><li>Accurate creation of Delivery Challans (DC).</li><li>All other statutory road documents, permits, and compliances.</li></ul>Cost Optimization:Continuously analyze transport costs, routes, and vendor performance to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising on quality or timelines.<ul><li>Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the logistics, dispatch, and warehouse teams, setting clear KPIs and fostering a culture of accountability and efficiency.</li><li>Reporting: Track and report on key logistics metrics (e.g., transit times, cost-per-package, vendor performance) to senior management, providing actionable insights.</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills Required:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience (7-10+ years) in a senior logistics or transport management role.</li><li>Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with Indian transport documentation, including the generation and management of E-way bills, Delivery Challans (DC), and other road documents.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing high-volume, pan-India logistics, including inter-state transport.</li><li>Strong background in managing transport for commodities, agriculture, or FMCG products.</li><li>Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills.</li><li>Strong leadership and team-building abilities.</li><li>Proficiency in using Transport Management Systems (TMS), ERP software, and MS Excel.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Postgraduate degree or MBA in Supply Chain Management.</li><li>Prior experience in the tea industry or export-oriented business.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of logistics networks in both South and North India.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>A competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>The opportunity to lead a critical, high-impact function at India's largest tea exporter.</li><li>A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant opportunities for professional growth.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Transport Head

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Transport Head