Position: Manager- Plant Logistics Supply Chain - from automobile sector only

Experience: 12+ yrs

Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech + MBA (Operations / Supply Chain preferred)

Location: Chakan, Pune

Role Summary

Responsible for managing end-to-end warehouse operations, post-glass assembly handling, logistics, and customer coordination in an automotive environment, ensuring OTIF delivery, zero-defect dispatch, full traceability, and high customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Warehouse & Inventory Management

• Manage complete warehouse operations: GRN, storage, picking, packing, dispatch
• Ensure inventory accuracy (>99%) and strict FIFO/FEFO compliance
• Optimize space utilization, layout, and material flow
• Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation

2. Post Glass Assembly Operations

• Ensure safe handling of assembled automotive glass (damage-free: scratch, crack, chip)
• Maintain proper storage, cleanliness, and contamination control
• Enforce standard handling and process discipline

3. Packing, Dispatch & Logistics

• Ensure OTIF delivery performance aligned with customer schedules (JIT/JIS)
• Manage customer-specific packing standards, labeling, and palletization
• Coordinate with transporters for vehicle placement, routing, and cost optimization
• Reduce transit damages and dispatch errors

4. Traceability & Compliance

• Ensure 100% batch/lot traceability for all dispatched materials
• Maintain accurate ERP/SAP system records
• Ensure compliance with OEM, statutory, GST, and E-way bill requirements

5. Quality & Customer Satisfaction

• Ensure zero-defect dispatch through pre-dispatch inspection
• Handle customer complaints, drive root cause analysis, and implement CAPA
• Support customer audits and ensure compliance with OEM standards

6. Customer Relationship Management

• Act as a single point of contact for customers (OEMs/Tier-1) for dispatch and logistics matters
• Ensure alignment with customer production schedules and priority requirements
• Proactively communicate on:
• Dispatch status
• Delays / risks
• Improvement actions
• Build strong relationships to enhance customer trust and satisfaction scores

7. Returnable Packaging Management

• Manage returnable racks, bins, and dunnage cycles
• Monitor availability, losses, and damages to avoid supply disruption

8. EHS & 5S

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards (ISO +91-XXXXXXXXXX)
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized warehouse (5S practices)
• Drive a zero-incident safety culture

9. Team Management & Development

• Lead and supervise warehouse and dispatch teams
• Identify training needs and develop team capabilities
• Promote accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement culture

Key Deliverables / KPIs

• 100% OTIF Delivery
• >99% Inventory Accuracy
• Zero Damage / Zero Defect Dispatch
• Full Traceability Compliance
• Optimized Logistics Cost
• High Customer Satisfaction (OEM level)

Required skills

• Warehouse & Inventory Control
• OTIF-driven Logistics & Customer Handling
• Quality + Traceability Assurance

Pay: ₹1,500,000.00 - ₹2,200,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person