Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager Job DescriptionOverview

The Logistics Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company’s supply chain logistics strategy and operations. This role ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and timely movement of goods, from raw materials and inventory to final product delivery, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with proven leadership skills and deep expertise in transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.

Key Responsibilities and DutiesStrategy and Planning

• Develop and implement an integrated logistics strategy to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize customer service levels.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify bottlenecks, forecast future needs, and drive continuous improvement across all logistics functions.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for warehousing, transportation, and inventory accuracy.

Operations Management

• Manage all inbound and outbound transportation operations, including carrier selection, contract negotiation, freight cost analysis, and route optimization.
• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring efficient material handling, storage, and inventory control using modern Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment and distribution to meet service agreements and customer expectations.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all local, national, and international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and safety standards.

Inventory and Systems

• Collaborate with Procurement and Sales teams to maintain optimal inventory levels, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory costs.
• Manage the selection, implementation, and optimization of logistics software, including WMS, TMS (Transportation Management Systems), and ERP integrations.
• Conduct regular physical inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure data integrity.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage the logistics team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability within the logistics department.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in logistics, warehouse management, or supply chain roles, with at least 2 years in a management position.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), advanced knowledge of WMS, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Core Competencies:
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage carrier relationships.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of domestic and international shipping regulations (e.g., Incoterms, customs procedures).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Certification from recognized bodies (e.g., APICS CSCP, ISM CPSM).
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies applied to logistics processes.

Reporting and Work Environment

• Reports To: Director of Operations or VP of Supply Chain
• Location: [Specify City/State, or Remote/Hybrid]
• Travel: Occasional travel to third-party logistics (3PL) providers, distribution centers, or supplier sites may be required (e.g., 10%).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person