Lead Logistics Operations & customer Experience Specialist

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impact

Opportunity

Innovation

Global Exposure

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Lead Logistics SME in Chennai to own end-to-end Lead Logistics operations post-booking. You will manage shipment execution, documentation, visibility, and reporting across 3PL, 4PL, and DCM workflows, while handling complex scenarios and escalations.

The role requires 2–4 years in SCM/logistics with a focus on KPI governance, process improvement, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate with 2–4 years of relevant experience in SCM, logistics, freight forwarding or shared services operations.
• Experience in 3PL/4PL and DCM processes preferred.
• Strong data-driven decision making and KPI governance.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Lead Logistics operations post-booking, including shipment execution, documentation, visibility, and reporting across 3PL, 4PL, and DCM workflows.
• Manage complex operational scenarios, exceptions, and customer escalations with data accuracy.
• Serve as SME for shipment visibility, milestone tracking, and vendor coordination.
• Drive KPI governance across quality, productivity, timeliness, and SLA adherence.
• Lead root cause analysis for process gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, FinOps, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth supply chain execution.
• Support onboarding, transitions, migrations, hypercare, and stabilization of new business.
• Identify automation/AI opportunities with technology teams for design, UAT, and deployment.
• Standardize SOPs, documentation, trackers, and knowledge repositories for audit readiness.

Skills

SCM knowledge

Logistics operations

Data analysis

KPI governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related

Tools

AI/Automation tools

Job description

At Maersk , we are a global leader in integrated logistics, pioneering the industry for over a century. Our commitment to innovation and transformation continuously redefines the boundaries of what’s possible—setting new benchmarks for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

We believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning , and strive to ensure our people reflect the customers we proudly serve. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade.

Join us as we leverage cutting-edge technologies and create global opportunities. Let’s sail together towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Purpose of the role

Acts as a Subject Matter Expert for Lead Logistics operations across 3PL, 4PL, and DCM processes, driving customer experience, process stability, KPI governance, and continuous improvement through standardization, automation, and data-driven insights.

You will be Responsible for:

• Owning end-to-end Lead Logistics operations post-booking, including shipment execution, documentation, visibility, and reporting across 3PL, 4PL, and DCM workflows.
• Managing complex operational scenarios, exceptions, and customer escalations while ensuring data accuracy and a seamless customer experience.
• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for shipment visibility, milestone tracking, vendor coordination, and customer-specific requirements.
• Driving KPI governance across quality, productivity, timeliness, and SLA adherence, while monitoring performance trends and customer outcomes.
• Leading root cause analysis (RCA) for process gaps and recurring issues, ensuring effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborating with Customer Service, FinOps, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth supply chain execution and reporting.
• Supporting onboarding, transitions, migrations, hypercare, and stabilization of new business and processes.
• Identifying and delivering automation and AI opportunities by partnering with technology teams for solution design, UAT, and deployment.
• Standardizing SOPs, process documentation, trackers, and knowledge repositories to ensure consistency and audit readiness.

Qualifications

Graduate with 2–4 years of relevant experience in SCM, logistics, freightforwarding or shared services operations.

What We Offer:

• Impact : Be part of a team that directly contributes to global operations.
• Opportunity : Unlock professional and personal growth through diverse career pathways.
• Innovation : Work with a team that embraces technology and continuous improvement.
• Global Exposure : Collaborate across geographies and cultures.
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible working arrangements to support your well-being.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking.

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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