Head of Logistics (AGM)

Purpose and Sc ope

To be Responsible for organising and execution of Dispatches of all export/domestic orders of the company at the right time and at the right cost. To be responsible for Compliance while following the rules and regulation of the Government agencies for execution or exports.

Duties and Responsibilities.

To Plan and execute the Export/Domestic orders manufactured by the company. Ensures Compliance is adhered to of all rules and regulations of Customs, EOU, DTA, VSEZ, DGFT etc. Overseeing the orders/contract management along with Legal and Management, and others. Supports the Marketing teams and Business Development teams, ensuring our company products and services are offered within the legal framework with a Supportive and competitive advantage. Follows up with Marketing and Business Development for outstanding payments as and when required Oversees getting clearances for export consignment, all pre-shipping and post-shipping documentation works Communicates with Customers on all matters relating to Export/domestic Orders and its execution Verifies bills submitted by the logistics agencies and recommends to Accounts for release of payment Reviews, monitors and assesses the performance of Logistics Agencies on pre- determined parameters with a view to optimize and rationalize the base to improve efficiency and reduce/minimize the company's risks (commercial and contractual) exposure in terms of dependence. Exhibits ability to liaise with the customs/govt officials and ensures compliances on time. Liaise and negotiate with Freight forwarders, Liners, CHA regularly to arrange containers for export. Ensure timely import/export container arrangements, minimizing the risk of demurrages and detentions at the port. Ensure relevant documentation Arranging the freight forwarding based on INCOTERMS and follows the supplier and Freight forwarder to get the documents for Customs clearance. Digitally savvy with online freight benchmarking platforms to consistently secure competitive ocean/air rates and manage market volatility effectively. Ensures 100% on time in full order fulfilment. Vendor/ Service provider, CFT and internal Team Management, people Management Keeps a track on the Finished goods ready for dispatch and follows up with key stakeholders to execute dispatches and avoids blockage of warehouses & Exposure to international warehousing, bonded facilities, or 3PL management would be advantageous. Prepares Budget for the department and reviews its implementation. Conversant with the ERP system and adhere to it. Alerts the customers/sales team regarding the anticipated geopolitical conditions and pre-empts the supplies. Prepares MIS on regular basis and showcases the department performance. Should have exposure working in systems like BRCGS, ISO etc and preferably a certified Internal auditor Strong Forwarder Network (India): Established relationships with key freight forwarders and shipping lines to ensure priority service, capacity access, and better commercial terms. Africa Exposure Preferred: Experience handling Africa trade lanes, with understanding of port dynamics and shipment complexities.