Regional Logistics Manager

Nestlé; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé India is seeking a dynamic Regional Logistics Manager to lead secondary distribution within the Chennai region. The role combines strategic network design with hands-on execution across warehousing, transport, and compliance to deliver cost-efficient, high-service distribution.

You will collaborate with Sales, O2C, Finance and 3PL partners, manage OD/OTIF, drive digital logistics initiatives (SAP, WMS, TMS, Transporeon) and mentor a regional team.

Qualifications

• MBA / PGDM from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institution (full-time).
• 2–5 years post-MBA experience in Logistics, Warehousing, Transportation or Distribution in FMCG / Supply Chain sectors.
• Mandatory experience in managing Warehousing Operations and Transportation Management.
• Strong experience in team management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution and transportation management to optimize Total Delivered Cost.
• Drive network redesign and logistics excellence across delivery and downstream warehouse ops.
• Prepare transport strategy with carriers and conduct vendor performance reviews.
• Ensure 100% cycle count and inventory accuracy with compliance adherence.
• Coordinate with Sales and O2C to onboard customers and ensure supply.

Skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

End-to-end execution

Transformation & automation

Digital logistics tools

Education

MBA / PGDM

Tools

SAP

WMS

TMS

Transporeon

In-Transit Visibility

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic Regional Logistics Manager to lead secondary distribution operations within the assigned branch territory. The role is responsible for ensuring best-in-class service levels at optimum cost, while staying fully compliant on storage, transportation, sustainability, safety and security standards.

This is a high-impact role that combines strategic network design with hands‑on execution, working closely with Sales, O2C, Finance, Factories, HO Logistics, 3PL partners, transporters and Carrying & Forwarding Agents (CFAs) to deliver a seamless end‑to‑end distribution experience.

Key Responsibilities

Distribution & Transportation Management

• Manage Cost of Distribution (COD) by optimizing inbound and outbound delivery (E2E) to control Total Delivered Cost (FDC / VDC / % COD).
• Drive Distribution Network Redesign, Logistics Excellence and related projects across delivery transportation and downstream warehouse operations.
• Prepare the Transport strategy along with T-Hub, onboard new carriers for downstream operations, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Complete formalities and ensure recovery of accident/loss claims for primary and secondary movements.

Warehouse & DC Operations

• Lead DC improvement projects – manpower productivity, MHE utilization, DIDO/GIGO improvement, warehouse utilization – ensuring minimal business disruption.
• Prepare warehouse strategy and manage new infrastructure transitions in line with business volume progression (OPL/MBS).
• Ensure 100% cycle count and inventory accuracy along with adherence to internal & external compliance guidelines.

Service Levels & Customer Fulfilment

• Maintain COF / OTIF / ZATP, reduce CD OOS and secondary OTRs.
• Resolve CD complaints related to shortages/damages and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the Sales team and O2C team to onboard new customers post CSP alignment and ensure full supply.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure cool chain compliance in downstream storage and transportation (DC to Distributor).
• Drive batch traceability, reefer service and chilled service strategies.
• Adhere to the company charter on supply and distribution of Infant Milk Substitutes and Infant Foods.

Transformation & Automation

• Identify and deploy advanced process improvement tools in warehousing (WMS, Dock Management, RF Implementation).
• Implement digital solutions in transportation – Transporeon, In-Transit Visibility, Digital Hygiene Checklist, LCOP, ERC, OVT.
• Roll out all Distribution-related HO projects (LER, CLER, Trainings, LVS) at the unit level.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage vendors and ensure formal execution of agreements with DC owners, CFAs and Carriers.
• Trigger transport events on a real‑time basis and ensure timely issuance of detention certificates.
• Maintain strong P2P process compliance.

Qualifications And Experience

• MBA / PGDM from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institution (full-time).
• 2 – 5 years of relevant post-MBA experience in Logistics, Warehousing, Transportation or Distribution within FMCG / Consumer / Supply Chain-intensive industries.
• Mandatory experience in managing Warehousing Operations and Transportation Management.
• Strong experience in team management, stakeholder engagement, coordination with Sales and Order-to-Cash (O2C) teams, and end-to-end execution ownership.
• Exposure to transformation and automation projects in supply chain / logistics.
• Working knowledge of SAP, WMS, TMS and digital logistics tools (e.g., Transporeon, In-Transit Visibility).
• Understanding of the FMCG value chain, freight market trends, and transport costing (fixed vs. variable)
• Knowledge of the local language of the region is an added advantage.

“Nestlé is committed to providing equal opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of age, color, disability, origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, or sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. For any reasonable accommodation in the recruitment process for persons with disabilities, kindly reach out to your recruiter. Reasonable accommodation includes any appropriate modifications to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided an equal platform in the recruitment process.”