Job Description

Responsible for overseeing the end-to-end logistics operations across a designated cluster. This role involves developing and managing logistics strategies to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and customer-centric operations. The candidate will be responsible for establishing performance benchmarks, optimizing infrastructure, and ensuring regulatory compliance within all cluster depots and facilities.

1. Cluster Logistics Operations Management

Oversee day-to-day logistics operations for the cluster, ensuring all activities are aligned with company standards and operational goals. Collaborate with the Cluster Leadership team to create and implement strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing logistics performance.

2. KPI Establishment and Monitoring

Develop, monitor, and report on key logistics KPIs, including: +

Order vs Execution Rate

- Ensure alignment between customer orders and delivery execution.
+ TAT (Turnaround Time), OTIF (On Time in Full), and Customer Service Metrics to measure service level achievements.
Use data-driven insights to improve process efficiencies and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

3. Inventory Replenishment

Implement and manage both

Push and Pull replenishment

models as per seasonal demand, customer requirements, and inventory flow goals. Coordinate with the procurement and supply chain teams to maintain optimal stock levels.

4. Infrastructure and Seasonal Planning

Plan and oversee infrastructure setup at plants and depots to meet seasonal demands and peak operational periods. Ensure all logistics infrastructure (including storage, handling, and transportation facilities) is prepared to support seamless operations during high-demand seasons.

5. Depot Operations and Efficiency Management

Manage depot operations to ensure high levels of efficiency and productivity. Monitor and optimize depot layout, storage capacity, and process flows to reduce turnaround times and improve space utilization. Drive initiatives to enhance product freshness and liquidation, minimizing stock losses and maximizing inventory turnover.

6. Regulatory Compliance

Ensure all depots within the cluster adhere to local and national regulatory standards, including safety, environmental, and quality regulations. Regularly conduct compliance audits and implement corrective measures when needed.

7. Transportation Management

Assess and manage vendor partnerships for transportation, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery solutions. Oversee transportation execution from depots to customers, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and OTIF metrics. Drive continuous improvement initiatives for transportation routes, scheduling, and vendor performance.

8. Cost Management

Drive cost-efficiency strategies across all logistics functions within the cluster. * Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring that all logistics expenses align with the cluster's financial targets.