Assistant Manager –– Logistics

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing daily outbound logistics operations, ensuring timely packing, palletizing, dispatch, and delivery of finished goods.
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Project Teams, and Customer Service departments to align dispatch requirements with production schedules and customer commitments.
• Plan and allocate manpower, vehicles, and operational resources to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Monitor packing, dispatch, transportation, and fleet activities to achieve operational efficiency and service targets.
• Optimize vehicle utilization through effective route planning, shipment consolidation, and load management.
• Ensure the availability of packing materials, consumables, and operational equipment required for uninterrupted operations.
• Coordinate with transporters and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries.
• Monitor logistics performance through MIS reporting and operational KPI tracking.
• Verify logistics documentation, transporter invoices, PODs, and dispatch records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, safety standards, housekeeping requirements, and operational SOPs.
• Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions to improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing logistics costs and enhancing operational performance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience in Logistics, Transportation, Dispatch, Warehouse Operations, or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience in outbound logistics, transportation planning, fleet management, and dispatch operations.
• Mandatory experience managing logistics teams and leading operational activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of transportation management, route planning, freight coordination, and logistics cost optimization.
• Experience working with Fleet Management Systems, ERP platforms, or Logistics Management Software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP will be an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Manufacturing
• Furniture Manufacturing
• Building Materials
• Industrial Products
• Construction Materials
• Engineering & Industrial Operations
• Distribution & Supply Chain Operations

Work Location: In person