Job Description:

Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Department: Supply Chain & Logistics
Reports To: Operations / Director

Position Summary

The Supply Chain & Logistics Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain, including procurement coordination,

inventory planning, warehousing, transportation, cold chain management, distribution and customer order fulfilment.

The role ensures timely product availability while maintaining quality, food safety, operational efficiency and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Plan demand, inventory and replenishment to ensure uninterrupted product availability.
• Manage warehouse operations, stock accuracy and FIFO/FEFO practices.
• Oversee cold chain logistics for milk, dairy products and temperature-sensitive goods.
• Manage transportation, route planning and distributor deliveries.
• Coordinate with Production, Purchase, Sales, Quality Assurance and Finance teams.
• Monitor inventory levels and reduce wastage, expiry and shrinkage.
• Track logistics KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage third-party logistics providers and transport vendors.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, food safety, statutory and company standards.
• Prepare supply chain MIS, forecasts and management reports.
• Lead, coach and develop the logistics and warehouse teams.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time delivery performance
• Order fulfilment accuracy
• Inventory turnover
• Cold chain compliance
• Warehouse accuracy
• Transportation cost per delivery
• Reduction in stock losses and expiries
• Customer service levels
• Supply chain cost optimization

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Commerce or Business Administration.

MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations preferred.

Experience

8–12 years of experience in supply chain, warehousing and logistics, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.

Experience in dairy, food processing, FMCG or cold chain operations is preferred.

Required Skills

• Supply Chain Planning
• Demand Forecasting
• Inventory Management
• Warehouse Management
• Cold Chain Logistics
• Transportation Management
• ERP Systems
• Advanced MS Excel
• Vendor Management
• Cost Optimization
• Leadership
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Leadership
• Commercial Acumen
• Planning & Organising
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Improvement

Working Conditions

Office and plant-based role with regular visits to warehouses, distribution centres and transport partners.

Availability to support operations during peak demand periods may be required

Interested candidates share CVs on talent@talismanstaffing.com