Logistics Manager

Northstar Overseas Trading; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Northstar Overseas Trading in India seeks a seasoned Logistics & Supply Chain Manager to lead international multi-modal operations, export/import clearance, and freight procurement. You will manage ICEGATE-based procedures, US import compliance, and cross-border shipments while optimizing costs and delivery times.

The role requires 7–10 years in international logistics, hands-on regulatory expertise, and proficiency with Odoo ERP and Excel.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in international logistics and export/import operations.
• Hands-on knowledge of ICEGATE, Incoterms 2020, and US FDA/FSVP regulations.
• Experience handling FMCG, food products, and packaged goods.

Responsibilities

• Lead international multi-modal operations (ocean, air, cross-border trucking).
• Oversee export/import clearance and customs compliance.
• Negotiate freight rates and audit invoices for surcharges and demurrage.
• Track 100+ monthly shipments using ERP systems and Excel.
• Resolve regulatory holds and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

International logistics

Freight forwarding

Regulatory compliance

Freight negotiation

Tools

Odoo ERP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description: Logistics Manager

Company: Northstar Overseas Trading / Group Operations

Location: India

Experience: 710 Years

Role Summary

Northstar Overseas Trading is hiring an experienced Logistics & Supply Chain Manager to lead international multi-modal operations (ocean, air, cross-border trucking), export/import clearance, customs compliance, and freight procurement. This role requires expertise in Indian customs (ICEGATE, Shipping Bills, RoDTEP/Drawback), US import regulations (FDA, FSVP, ISF), freight negotiation, and multi-shipment tracking.

Key Responsibilities

• Indian Customs & Export Compliance: Manage end-to-end export procedures via ICEGATE, Shipping Bills, AD Code registration, and export incentive claims (LUT, RoDTEP, Duty Drawback). Resolve port holds at Mundra/Nhava Sheva.
• Freight & Multi-Modal Execution: Coordinate FCL ocean shipments (bookings, stuffing, VGM, BL issuance) and urgent air freight (AWB, chargeable weight). Manage factory-to-port trucking and international cross-border transport (e.g., Dar es Salaam to Lubumbashi, DRC).
• US & International Regulatory Compliance: Oversee US import requirements, including ISF, Customs Bonds, and FDA compliance (Food Facility Registration, Prior Notice, FSVP). Resolve FDA/Customs detentions.
• Freight Procurement & Cost Management: Negotiate competitive rates with shipping lines, airlines, and forwarders. Benchmark freight quotes and audit invoices to prevent unauthorized surcharges and demurrage.
• Tracking & Operations Management: Oversee 100+ active monthly shipments using ERP systems (Odoo, Excel) and prepare daily tracking reports for management.

Key Requirements

• Experience: 7–10 years in international logistics, ocean/air freight forwarding, and export/import operations.
• Regulatory Expertise: Hands-on knowledge of Indian export procedures, ICEGATE, Incoterms 2020, and US FDA/FSVP regulations.
• Commodities Handled: FMCG, food products, packaged goods, and regulated merchandise.
• Systems: Proficient in Odoo ERP and advanced MS Excel.