Logistics manager

Gamlaa; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,116,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

Gamlaa is seeking a strategic, hands-on Logistics Manager based in Hyderabad. The successful candidate will take ownership of the domestic regional supply chain while managing imports from Europe. Responsibilities include optimizing distribution networks, managing 3PL partnerships, and negotiating competitive freight rates to enhance efficiency.

The ideal individual will have 5-8 years of logistics experience, particularly within Indian MSMEs, and a graduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in logistics management, ideally within an Indian MSME.
• Deep understanding of Indian transport lanes, local carrier markets, and 3PL networks.
• Proven ability to negotiate competitive freight rates and contract terms.
• Working knowledge of handling international shipments, customs clearance, and Incoterms (specifically Europe to India).

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize pan-India primary and secondary distribution networks.
• Manage interstate transit challenges and check-post compliances.
• Source and manage regional 3PL partners and transporters.
• Spearhead aggressive rate negotiations for FTL and LTL.
• Audit and optimize overall logistics spend across India.
• Implement strategies to cut unit costs and improve delivery performance.

Skills

Import rate negotiations

Line haul management

3PL logistics

Logistics management

Cost optimization

MIS

Education

Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are a fast growing company seeking a strategic, hands‑on Logistics Manager based at our headquarters. You will take complete ownership of our domestic regional supply chain network while managing occasional imports from European markets. The ideal candidate is an expert in Indian freight markets, a skilled rate negotiator, and has a proven track record of optimizing 3PL partnerships to reduce costs.

Key Responsibilities

Domestic Network Planning & Optimization

• Design and optimize pan‑India primary and secondary distribution networks.
• Manage interstate transit challenges, check‑post compliances, and E‑Way bill regulations.

3PL Management & Domestic Rate Negotiation

• Source, onboard, and manage regional 3PL partners, transporters, and express carriers.
• Spearhead aggressive rate negotiations for FTL (Full Truckload) and LTL (Less‑than‑Truckload).
• Establish strict SLAs to improve regional delivery performance and reduce damages.

Cost Reduction & Budget Control

• Audit and optimize overall logistics spend across different Indian zones.
• Implement freight consolidation and route‑optimization strategies to cut unit costs.
• Track monthly logistics budgets and present cost‑saving metrics to executive leadership.
• Oversee occasional import shipments arriving from European suppliers.
• Coordinate with customs house agents (CHAs) for timely clearance at Indian ports.
• Ensure compliance with Indian customs, import duties, and documentation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 5–8 years in logistics management, ideally within an Indian MSME
• Domestic Expertise: Deep understanding of Indian transport lanes, local carrier markets, and 3PL networks.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate competitive freight rates and contract terms.
• Import Basics: Working knowledge of handling international shipments, customs clearance, and Incoterms (specifically Europe to India).
• Education: Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration.

Required Skills

import rate negotiations line haul management 3pl logistics logistics management cost optimization MIS