Regional Logistics Manager-Bhiwandi (Thane)

As a Regional Logistics Manager based in Bhiwandi (Thane), you will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of logistics operations in the FMCD/FMCG/FMEG/Luggage/Building Material industry. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Warehousing:**
• Identifying, selecting, and appointing 3PL/CFA service partners for warehousing
• Day-to-day monitoring of multiple warehouses to ensure operational efficiencies and cost management
• Leading warehouse capability enhancement projects and driving implementation
• Conducting functional audits of all warehouses
• Handling new warehouse launches, planning, and strategy
• Ensuring compliance with the latest taxation rules related to warehousing in India, especially GST impact
• Managing inventory effectively and implementing different planning techniques
• Monitoring warehouse KPIs and operational metrics
• Controlling warehouse costs, delegating authority, and enhancing processes
• Supporting the Head of Logistics in executing the warehouse strategy
• Implementing new IT/Automation techniques and processes as needed
• Transportation (First Mile + Mid Mile & Last Mile):**
• Introducing new initiatives and innovations in transportation
• Appointing and managing carriers, negotiating freight, and optimizing costs
• Allocating loads to freight partners and monitoring performance
• Evaluating and expanding coverage with new freight partners
• Conducting audits to ensure adherence to SOPs
• Assisting in regional planning and executing logistics projects
• Monitoring SLAs and costs while maintaining service levels
• Enhancing customer experience in transport
• Supply & Inventory Management:**
• Ensuring efficient SKU placement at branch level for all channels
• Managing demand & supply planning for the region
• Coordinating with warehouses to ensure product availability
• Meeting fill rate fulfillment targets
• People & Stakeholders Management:**
• Defining and communicating SOPs to regional executives and partners
• Developing competencies in the regional team
• Providing training for skills enhancement and new technologies/initiatives
• Collaborating with various stakeholders including Sales, Service, Commercial, and vendors
• Remarks:**
• Experience in logistics operations is mandatory, and candidates from Accounts & Commercial backgrounds will not be considered
• Exposure to CFA operations is essential
• On-roll team handling experience is required
• Travel requirement of a minimum of 10 days across respective zones
• Working knowledge of SAP is preferred, and proficiency in Excel is compulsory
• Strong communication and influencing skills are necessary
• Seeking stable candidates with a preference for local candidates As a Regional Logistics Manager based in Bhiwandi (Thane), you will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of logistics operations in the FMCD/FMCG/FMEG/Luggage/Building Material industry. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Warehousing:**
• Identifying, selecting, and appointing 3PL/CFA service partners for warehousing
• Day-to-day monitoring of multiple warehouses to ensure operational efficiencies and cost management
• Leading warehouse capability enhancement projects and driving implementation
• Conducting functional audits of all warehouses
• Handling new warehouse launches, planning, and strategy
• Ensuring compliance with the latest taxation rules related to warehousing in India, especially GST impact
• Managing inventory effectively and implementing different planning techniques
• Monitoring warehouse KPIs and operational metrics
• Controlling warehouse costs, delegating authority, and enhancing processes
• Supporting the Head of Logistics in executing the warehouse strategy
• Implementing new IT/Automation techniques and processes as needed
• Transportation (First Mile + Mid Mile & Last Mile):**
• Introducing new initiatives and innovations in transportation
• Appointing and managing carriers, negotiating freight, and optimizing costs
• Allocating loads to freight partners and monitoring performance
• Evaluating and expanding coverage with new freight partners
• Conducting audits to ensure adherence to SOPs
• Assisting in regional planning and executing logistics projects
• Monitoring SLAs and costs while maintaining service levels
• Enhancing customer experience in transport
• Supply & Inventory Management:**
• Ensuring efficient SKU placement at branch level for all channels
• Managing demand & supply planning for the region
• Coordinating with warehouses to ensure product availability
• Meeting fill rate fulfillment targets
• People & Stakeholders Management:**
• Defining and communicating SOPs to regional executives and partners
• Developing competencies in the regional team
• Providing training for skills enhancement and new technologies/initiatives
• Collaborating with various stakeholders including Sales, Service, Commercial, and vendors
• Remarks:**
• Experience in logistics operations is mandatory, and candid