Logistics Officer

Fives Intralogistics; Chennai; On-site; INR 6,00,000 - 9,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering group is looking for a Logistics Manager in Chennai. This role entails managing the flow of goods, coordinating with transportation, and ensuring customs compliance. The ideal candidate will have a logistics-related degree and 4 to 6 years of relevant experience, along with strong negotiation and analytical skills. Candidates familiar with SAP systems are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Experience with customs-related activities and ICE Gate usage.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to improve logistical processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage flow of goods and materials within the supply chain.
• Coordinate with transportation and manage inventory.
• Monitor stock levels and optimize warehouse operations.

Skills

Logistics management

Customs knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Inventory management

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP systems

Education

Logistics-related degree

Job description

Company

Fives is a global industrial engineering group based in Paris, France, that designs and supplies machines, process equipment, and production lines for major industrial sectors including aerospace, automotive, steel, aluminium, glass, cement, logistics, and energy. Headquartered in Paris, Fives operates in over 30 countries with more than 8,000 employees.

Job Location

Fives India Engineering & Projects Private Limited, Chennai

Educational Qualification

Logistics-related course mandatory after bachelor’s degree

Work Experience

4 to 6 years

Job Description

The applicant should have experience in the following areas:

1. Managing the flow of goods and materials within a supply chain, ensuring efficient and timely delivery from origin to destination. This includes coordination with transportation, managing inventory, and communication with stakeholders to optimize logistics operations and customer satisfaction.
2. Knowledge of customs-related activities, including ICE Gate usage, import and export filing data, and duty payment processes.
3. Using the DGFT portal for SIMS certificate generation and monitoring latest customs order updates.
4. Generating RFQs, negotiating, and concluding agreements with transportation agencies for shipments.
5. Tracking shipments, expediting carriers, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
6. Monitoring stock levels, managing warehouse operations, and optimizing storage and distribution.
7. Responding to stakeholder queries, addressing shipping issues, and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and clients.
8. Analyzing logistics procedures, organizing road surveys for critical shipments if required, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
9. Scrutinizing shipping documents, invoices, and BLs in line with POs.
10. Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with various stakeholders.
11. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP systems.
12. Negotiating with suppliers, carriers, and vendors to optimize costs and service levels.
13. Analyzing and coordinating ongoing logistical functions and initiating improvements.
14. Managing the entire lifecycle of product delivery from dispatch to receipt.
15. Interacting with customs officers for import and export shipments.