MANAGER - LOGISTICS SOURCING & PACKAGING

About Godrej Industries (Chemicals)

Godrej Industries (Chemicals) is one of the oldest businesses of the Godrej Group and is in the business of manufacturing oleochemicals in India since 1963. Today, we are one of India’s leading oleochemicals players and manufacture and market over 100 chemicals for use in more than 24 applications. We are expanding our reach globally and our products are exported to over 80 countries in North and South America, Asia, Europe, Australia and Africa. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are located in India at Valia in Gujarat and Ambernath in Maharashtra.

Over the last decade, we have diversified our product portfolio to include value added specialty products. We are constantly looking for new ways to collaborate and learn from partners across the globe. At the same time, we are also investing significantly in Research and Development to enhance our capabilities and grow our product portfolio. We recently set up a Research and Development centre at Ambernath and a pilot plant at Valia to develop our new range of products. We have also formed a Technology Excellence Group to build on our technical capabilities and cross-pollinate best practices between our factories.

As a part of Godrej Good & Green , we are deeply committed to building a more inclusive and Greener India. In line with this, we are making sustainability a key part of our manufacturing process and value chain and have set ourselves targets for 2020. Our relentless focus on energy conservation has been consistently recognized by several industry bodies such as the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Indian Chemical Council (ICC) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

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Designation- Manager –Logistics Sourcing & Packing

Location- HO

Job Purpose --Responsible for overseeing and optimizing the entire logistics and packaging function within the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong operational focus, capable of driving efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability while ensuring uninterrupted supply chain operations. Managing warehouse operations, transportation, packaging, and storage, while mitigating supply chain disruptions and implementing global best practices.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive logistics and packaging strategy aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost reduction, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Analyze and optimize logistics processes, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, to improve overall supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
• Network Design: Design and manage an efficient logistics network, considering factors such as transportation modes, warehouse locations, and inventory levels.
• Warehouse Management: Oversee warehouse operations, including inventory management, storage, picking, packing, and shipping. Ensure optimal utilization of warehouse space and resources.
• Transportation Management: Manage transportation activities, including carrier selection, route optimization, and freight cost management. Implement cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Packaging: Develop and implement packaging strategies that meet product protection, cost, and sustainability requirements. Optimize packaging materials and processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Supply Chain Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions through risk assessment, contingency planning, and building a resilient supply chain network.
• Cost Management: Develop and implement cost-reduction initiatives across the logistics and packaging functions, including freight optimization, warehouse efficiency, packaging material reduction, and leveraging procurement tools like forward/reverse auctions.
• Sustainability: Integrate sustainability principles into logistics and packaging operations, focusing on the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), minimizing waste, and selecting eco-friendly packaging materials.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage logistics budgets, track expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities to optimize logistics costs.
• Performance Management: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, order fulfillment accuracy, inventory turnover, freight cost per unit, packaging cost per unit, and sustainability metrics.
• Contract Management: Negotiate and manage contracts with logistics service providers, warehouse operators, and packaging suppliers, ensuring adherence to SLAs.
• Team Management: Lead and develop a high-performing logistics and packaging team.
• Industry Trends: Stay updated on global logistics and packaging trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Digitalization: Implement and leverage logistics software, WMS, TMS, and other relevant technologies to optimize operations, improve visibility, and reduce costs.
• Customer Service: Ensure excellent customer service by meeting delivery expectations, resolving logistics issues promptly, and building strong customer relationships.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement a robust risk management plan, including business continuity planning, disaster recovery, and insurance management to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Best Practices: Stay updated on industry best practices in logistics, warehousing, and packaging. Implement lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, or other relevant improvement initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements such as EUDR, Kosher, and NDPE by closely collaborating with the Regulatory and Sourcing teams.
• Change Management: Successfully lead and manage change within the logistics and packaging function to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Technology Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in logistics software and systems, including SAP ERP, Xeneta, and Dewry.
• Packaging Innovation: Drive innovation in packaging design to enhance sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and product protection while adhering to regulatory standards.
  
  

Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics and packaging function by implementing lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, or other relevant improvement initiatives. Identify and implement process optimization opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in logistics and packaging management

Skills

• Proven track record in managing large-scale logistics operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and systems.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Change management and adaptability.
  
  

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.