Lead Logistics Operations & customer Experience Specialist

APM Terminals; Chennai District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk in Chennai is seeking a capable SCM professional to lead end-to-end logistics operations post-booking, coordinate with 3PL/4PL processes, and drive continuous improvement with automation opportunities.

The role requires 2–4 years in SCM or logistics, a relevant graduate degree, and a hands-on approach to data- driven KPI governance and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Lead Logistics operations post-booking.
• Manage complex operations, exceptions, and escalations.
• Act as SME for shipment visibility and milestones.
• Drive KPI governance and performance trends.
• Lead RCA for process gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, FinOps, and cross-functional teams.
• Support onboarding, transitions, migrations, hypercare, stabilization.
• Identify and deliver automation and AI opportunities with tech teams.
• Standardize SOPs and knowledge repositories for audit readiness.

Skills

Lead logistics operations

KPI governance

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/logistics/related field

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, freight forwarding 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.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere – all over the world.