Head - Logistics

Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

- Develop and execute the International logistics strategy for all international markets.

- Build scalable logistics regions including Europe & USA.

- Identify and implement best-in-class practices to optimize cost, speed, and service levels.

- Lead logistics transformation initiatives, including digitization, automation, and network redesign.

2. International Transportation & Distribution Management

- Oversee global freight operations (air, ocean, road, rail) and manage international carriers and 3PL partners.

- Ensure optimal route planning, freight consolidation, and capacity planning.

- Drive continuous improvement in transport efficiency, on-time delivery, and cost performance.

3. Global Warehousing & Inventory

- Manage international warehouse footprint, including 3PL fulfillment centers.

- Establish KPIs for performance, accuracy, service levels, and safety.

- Align stock levels and replenishment plans with global demand and supply planning teams.

4. Customs, Trade Compliance & Regulatory

- Ensure compliance with international trade laws, customs regulations, export/import documentation, and HTS classification.

- Build strong processes for audits, certifications, and regulatory reporting.

- Partner with legal and compliance teams to mitigate cross-border risk.

5. Vendor & Partner Management

- Select, negotiate, and manage global logistics service providers (3PLs, forwarders, carriers).

- Develop long-term global partnerships with strong SLA governance and quarterly business reviews.

- Implement performance scorecards to track reliability, lead times, and cost efficiency.

6. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

- Lead initiatives in cost optimization, process automation, route optimization, and TMS/WMS enhancements.

- Implement global KPIs and dashboards for visibility and decision-making.

- Drive root-cause analysis and corrective action processes for service failures.

7. Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

- Lead and mentor multinational logistics teams.

- Collaborate with supply chain planning, procurement, sales, and finance to deliver end-to-end supply chain excellence.

- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or related field.

- Masters degree (MBA/MS Supply Chain) preferred.

Experience

- 10+ years of progressive logistics or supply chain experience, including significant international exposure.

- Demonstrated leadership of global teams and management of cross-border logistics networks.

- Strong experience with 3PL/4PL management and global freight procurement.

- Experience in a fast-paced environment such as FMCG, e-commerce, manufacturing, or retail.

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of global trade laws, customs regulations, INCOTERMS, and international shipping processes.

- Proficiency with TMS, WMS, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

- Ability to analyze data, develop budgets, and drive cost-reduction programs.