Logistics Head | PEB/Steel | Central India

Michael Page; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in India seeks a senior logistics leader to drive end-to-end logistics for plants, warehouses, and project sites, including dispatch and delivery of steel structures and materials. You will develop strategies aligned with growth, manage inbound/outbound transport, and optimize freight costs while leading a high-performing team.

Ideal candidates will have 15-20 years in logistics or project logistics, with leadership experience in steel, EPC, or construction materials, and strong ERP

Qualifications

• 15-20 years in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or project logistics.
• At least 5 years leading large-scale logistics operations.
• Experience in steel, PEB, EPC, infrastructure projects.
• ERP proficiency with SAP, Oracle, or MS Dynamics.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end logistics across plants, warehouses, and sites.
• Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of steel structures and project materials.
• Develop logistics strategies aligned with growth and project needs.
• Manage inbound/outbound transportation planning.
• Optimize freight costs via routing, load maximization, network efficiency.
• Coordinate with project teams to align dispatch with installation.
• Drive logistics KPIs, dashboards, and continuous improvement.
• Build and mentor a high-performing logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, planning, and warehousing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / SCM / Logistics

MBA in Supply Chain Management or Operations

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

• Lead logistics for large-scale steel & infrastructure projects.
• Drive strategic transformation and cost optimization at scale.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization in the steel infrastructure and pre-engineered buildings industry, backed by one of India's most reputed industrial groups. The company delivers innovative and sustainable structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects across the country. With advanced manufacturing capabilities and a strong project execution focus, it continues to expand its footprint in the infrastructure sector.

Job Description

• Lead end-to-end logistics operations across plants, warehouses, and project sites.
• Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of fabricated steel structures and project materials.
• Develop logistics strategies aligned with business growth and project requirements.
• Manage transportation planning for inbound and outbound logistics.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with transporters and logistics partners.
• Optimize freight costs through route planning, load maximization, and network efficiency.
• Plan and execute logistics for large-scale PEB and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate closely with project execution teams to align dispatch schedules with installation plans.
• Manage movement of oversized and critical steel components.
• Drive logistics KPIs, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Develop SOPs, policies, and best practices for logistics operations.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing logistics team.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Operations Management.
• MBA in Supply Chain Management or Operations preferred.
• 15-20 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or project logistics.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing large-scale logistics operations.
• Strong experience in steel, PEB, construction materials, EPC, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial projects.
• Expertise in transportation management, freight optimization, warehouse coordination, and project logistics.
• Strong understanding of oversized cargo movement and critical project deliveries.
• Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Advanced analytical skills with excellent proficiency in MS Excel.
• Proven vendor management, negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead logistics for high-value infrastructure and steel projects.
• Strategic leadership role with significant operational and business impact.
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing and project execution environments.
• Opportunity to drive digital transformation and process excellence initiatives.
• Collaborative leadership team and strong career growth prospects within a rapidly expanding organization.