Logistics Analyst

River; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

River is seeking an experienced supply chain professional to translate business needs into robust planning and logistics solutions. You will own end-to-end inventory planning, coordinate stock allocation, and drive improvements across procurement, warehousing, and pre-sales workflows to meet service levels.

Ideal candidates have 6–10 years in supply chain or an MBA in the field, with hands-on SAP MM/SD, freight/logistics experience, and the ability to lead 20–50 team members while engaging with

Qualifications

• Degree aligned with logistics or operations.
• 6–10 years of experience in supply chain/operations.
• Strong knowledge of domestic shipping documents and export processes.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of 20–50 members.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into technical designs using SCM platforms.
• Use simulation tools to evaluate solution options.
• Own end-to-end inventory planning for FG and packaging
• Drive stock optimization and KPI analysis
• Coordinate stock allocation and shipments with PPC and Sales
• Oversee warehouse operations and stock reconciliations
• Identify supply chain risks and implement contingency plans
• Resolve bottlenecks with root-cause analysis and alternatives
• Improve inventory, logistics, and pre-sales workflows
• Manage multiple high-priority deliverables in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Supply chain leadership

SAP MM SD

Export documentation

Vendor coordination

Education

Diploma/B.Com/B.Sc/B.E.

MBA in Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

Llamasoft

Anaplan

Kinaxis

Gurobi

CPLEX

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Support pre-sales initiatives by translating business requirements into optimal technical designs using platforms like Llamasoft, Anaplan, or Kinaxis
2. Utilize simulation and optimization tools (Gurobi, CPLEX, Supply Chain Guru, Excel Solver, AnyLogic) to evaluate and select solution options
3. Own end-to-end inventory planning for finished goods and packaging materials to consistently hit service level and fill rate targets
4. Collect and implement S&OP feedback to optimize stock levels, track inventory health KPIs (availability, backorders, stock cover), and analyze root causes for stockouts
5. Manage order fulfillment by coordinating stock allocation and shipments against sales plans in close alignment with PPC and Sales teams
6. Oversee warehouse operations, maintain stock accuracy, and execute regular stock reconciliations
7. Identify supply chain risks - such as vendor delays and logistics constraints - and implement proactive contingency plans to ensure business continuity
8. Resolve service failures and eliminate supply chain bottlenecks through structured root-cause analysis and alternate execution strategies
9. Drive operational excellence across inventory, logistics, and pre-sales workflows under tight timelines
10. Concurrently manage multiple high-priority planning, analytical, and operational deliverables in a fast-paced environment

Ideal Candidate

1. Degree (Diploma/B.Com/B.Sc/B.E.) with 6-10 years of experience, or an MBA in Supply Chain/Operations
2. Strong knowledge of domestic shipping documents (Tax Invoices, E-Invoices, EWBs, LRs, Delivery Challans) and export processes
3. Hands-on experience collaborating with logistics providers and freight forwarders for smooth shipment execution
4. Hands-on expertise in SAP MM and SD modules related to logistics
5. Proficient in freight payment processing and logistics MIS reporting
6. Proven ability to lead and manage a team of 20 to 50 members