National Logistics Manager Cold Chain

Job Title: National Logistic Manager

Function: Supply Chain

Work Level: WL2A/2B

Scope: Local

The National Logistic Manager is a middle management role entrusted with overseeing all aspects of cold chain logistics operations for both the first and middle mile, as well as the management of cold chain warehouses. This encompasses tasks such as supervising the transportation and storage of goods and materials, handling inventory management, ensuring product availability, fulfilling orders, and achieving service level targets while optimizing costs & delivery timelines, as well as addressing critical aspects like safety and quality control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and implementing logistics strategies and procedures to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Overseeing the transportation of goods, including coordinating with carriers, arranging for shipping, and monitoring delivery schedules.
• Managing inventory levels and ensuring that adequate stock levels are always maintained.
• Identifying and resolving logistics problems, such as delivery delays, damaged goods, and inventory discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective supply chain operations.
• Analysing logistics data and making recommendations for improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including safety and environmental regulations.
• Developing and managing budgets for logistics operations.
• Communicating with other departments, such as sales and marketing, to coordinate logistics activities and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Network Planning exercise once a year
• Ability to set up depots & manage capacity planning for the depots
• Manage order fulfilment and distribution operations to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and analyse key performance metrics, such as inventory turns, service levels, and order fill rates, to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, finance, and procurement, to drive business growth and profitability.
• Drive Superior cost by implementing best practices and Brilliant basics across depot operations
• Drive National level project around Customer Service and Logistics for world class customer experience.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain operations, preferably in a consumer goods or retail industry
• Experience in Cold chain is a Plus
• Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end supply chain operations, including inventory management, production planning, order fulfilment, and distribution.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements, including safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualification Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools, such as SAP, BI