Description:

Company Overview:

- Our Client is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, committed to upholding quality, safety, and sustainability.

- With expertise across diverse industries, we help organizations manage risk, improve performance, and achieve compliance.

- It's legacy is built on trust, innovation, and technical excellence across global operations.

1. Role Overview

- The Head of Logistics will lead and optimize end-to-end international logistics operations with a core focus on importing chemical cargo via bulk tankers, dry bulk vessels, and containerized freight.

- This role is both strategic and operational, ensuring timely, cost-effective, safe, and compliant transportation from global suppliers to domestic facilities. The position requires deep experience in vessel chartering, regulatory compliance, port operations, hazardous cargo management, and last-mile delivery.

- The incumbent will play a pivotal role in aligning logistics operations with business goals while leading a high-performing logistics team.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Logistics Strategy ; Operations

- Develop and implement logistics strategies to enhance delivery timelines, optimize cost, and improve safety.

- Lead end-to-end logistics operations for chemical imports (bulk tankers, dry bulk, FCL/LCL).

- Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, planning, and HSE teams for seamless inbound flow.

B. Vessel Chartering & Freight Management

- Manage spot and long-term chartering of vessels (chemical tankers, dry bulk, containers).

- Negotiate freight contracts, charter party terms, and demurrage clauses.

- Maintain relationships with ship owners, brokers, NVOCCs, and freight forwarding partners.

C. Regulatory ; Compliance

- Ensure adherence to global chemical transport regulations (IMDG, MARPOL, REACH, DG norms).

- Oversee customs clearance, import documentation (MSDS, COO, B/L), and regulatory approvals.

- Monitor proper classification, packaging, and labelling of hazardous cargo.

D. Port, Terminal & Last-Mile Coordination

- Manage coordination with port authorities, terminals, and warehouse facilities.

- Supervise transport from port to plant via road tankers, ISO tanks, IBCs, or drums.

- Ensure quality checks, safe unloading procedures, and issue resolution.

E. Cost, Risk ; Performance Management

- Track freight market trends and benchmark logistics costs.

- Implement logistics cost optimization initiatives.

- Monitor and report key operational KPIs (OTIF, transit time, demurrage, exceptions).

- Handle risk mitigation for delays, cargo damage, spillages, or port disruptions.

F. Team Leadership

- Lead, mentor, and build a logistics team (approx. 15 members).

- Develop strong partnerships with transporters, warehouses, and 3PL operators.

- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and performance excellence.

3. Experience and Qualifications

- Bachelors/Masters in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Marine Engineering, or related field

- 15-20 years in logistics/supply chain

- Minimum 5+ years in senior/logistics leadership role

- Chemicals, petrochemicals, commoditized industrial trade or similar

- Vessel chartering, sea freight (bulk & container), hazardous cargo handling

- Strong understanding of maritime and international logistics regulations

- Proficiency in ERP, logistics platforms, and shipping documentation systems

4. Key Competencies

- Strategic and operational decision-making capability

- Strong commercial and negotiation skills (especially in vessel chartering)

- Risk and crisis management orientation

- High safety and compliance focus

- Excellent stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration

- Leadership and team development skills

- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities

- Ability to thrive in high-pressure business environments

- Excellent communication and problem-solving capabilities

5. Compensation

Compensation will not be a constrain for the right candidate.