Logistics Team Lead

A Logistics & Operations Head in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry is responsible for managing the end-to-end supply chain — from procurement and warehousing to distribution and delivery — ensuring products reach the market quickly, efficiently, and cost effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, and distribution

• Ensure smooth coordination between factory, warehouse & distributors

• Maintain optimum stock levels

Distribution & Logistics

• Manage transportation networks

• Reduce delivery time & freight cost

• Handle third-party logistics (3PL) partners

Operations Planning

• Demand forecasting & production planning

• Monitor daily dispatch & delivery performance

• Ensure timely replenishment in retail stores

Cost Control & Budgeting

• Optimize logistics cost

• Control wastage & damage

• Improve operational efficiency

Team Leadership

• Lead warehouse managers & logistics team

• Ensure SOP compliance

• Drive performance targets

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• ERP/SAP knowledge

• Vendor negotiation skills

• Data analysis & reporting

• Leadership & problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of FMCG distribution model

Qualification

• Graduate / MBA in Supply Chain / Operations

• 8–15+ years' experience in FMCG logistics & operations