Logistics Head - 4+ Years - Bangalore

Crescendo Global Leadership Hiring India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescendo Global is hiring a Logistics Head Warehouse & Transportation to lead end-to-end warehouse and transportation operations for a leading FMCG & beverage organization in Bangalore. You will drive efficiency, inventory accuracy, and service levels.

This leadership role requires 6–7 years in logistics, hands-on WMS/TMS, and vendor management. You will strategize routes, manage costs, and mentor a growing team. Partner with senior leadership to transform supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• 6–7 years of experience in Warehouse & Transportation / Logistics operations.
• Proven experience as a Logistics Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Strong expertise in warehouse management and transportation operations.
• Hands‑on experience with WMS and TMS.
• Strong exposure to carrier/vendor management and logistics cost optimization.
• B.Tech / MBA from Tier-1/Tier-2 institutions; candidates from institutes such as NITs, IIMs, NITIE, SP Jain, and Welingkar are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end warehouse and transportation operations, ensuring efficient storage, distribution, and delivery.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, dispatch, distribution, and inventory management activities.
• Optimize warehouse layout and space utilization while maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts.
• Plan transportation routes and manage the complete order-to-delivery cycle.
• Manage and negotiate with transporters, carriers, and logistics vendors to optimize service and costs.
• Track shipments and ensure on-time delivery and adherence to logistics KPIs.
• Develop logistics strategies and identify opportunities for cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Skills

Warehouse management

Transportation operations

WMS

TMS

Vendor management

Cost optimization

Education

B.Tech / MBA

Tools

WMS

TMS

Job description

We are hiring for a Logistics Head Warehouse & Transportation to lead end-to-end warehouse and transportation operations for a leading FMCG & beverage organization. The role will focus on driving operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, logistics cost optimization, service levels, compliance, and team performance.

Location: Bangalore – Head Office

Your Future Employer

Your future employer is known for its distinctive range of traditional Indian beverages, fruit juices, coconut water, foods and dry fruits. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and premium ingredients, the organization has built a significant manufacturing and distribution network across India.

Responsibilities

1. Lead end-to-end warehouse and transportation operations, ensuring efficient storage, distribution, and delivery.
2. Oversee receiving, warehousing, dispatch, distribution, and inventory management activities.
3. Optimize warehouse layout and space utilization while maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts.
4. Plan transportation routes and manage the complete order-to-delivery cycle.
5. Manage and negotiate with transporters, carriers, and logistics vendors to optimize service and costs.
6. Track shipments and ensure on-time delivery and adherence to logistics KPIs.
7. Develop logistics strategies and identify opportunities for cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Requirements

1. 6–7 years of experience in Warehouse & Transportation / Logistics operations.
2. Proven experience as a Logistics Manager or in a similar leadership role.
3. Strong expertise in warehouse management and transportation operations.
4. Hands‑on experience with WMS and TMS.
5. Strong exposure to carrier/vendor management and logistics cost optimization.
6. B.Tech / MBA from Tier-1/Tier-2 institutions; candidates from institutes such as NITs, IIMs, NITIE, SP Jain, and Welingkar are preferred.

What is in it for you?

1. Opportunity to lead a critical Warehouse & Transportation function for a well-established FMCG & beverage organization.
2. Work closely with senior leadership and contribute to logistics strategy and operational transformation.
3. Opportunity to drive cost optimization, process improvements, and supply‑chain efficiency at scale.
4. Be part of a high‑growth organization known for innovation and differentiated consumer products.

Disclaimer

Crescendo Global does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

Note

We receive many applications daily, so it becomes difficult for us to get back to each candidate. Please assume that your profile has not been shortlisted in case you don't hear back from us in 1 week. Your patience is highly appreciated.

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