Senior Manager - Regional Logistics

Nestle; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestle is seeking a dynamic Regional Logistics Manager to lead secondary distribution in the assigned branch territory in India. You will align with Sales, O2C, Finance and 3PLs to deliver cost-effective, compliant distribution with strong service levels.

The role combines strategic network design with hands-on execution, focusing on warehousing, transport, and digital logistics tools to achieve end-to-end distribution excellence.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institute (full-time).
• 2–5 years of post-MBA experience in Logistics, Warehousing, Transportation or Distribution.
• Experience in Warehousing Operations and Transportation Management.
• Strong team management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Exposure to transformation and automation projects in supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Manage Cost of Distribution (COD) by optimizing inbound and outbound delivery.
• Drive Distribution Network Redesign and logistics excellence initiatives.
• Prepare transport strategy with carriers and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead DC improvement projects and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain COF/OTIF targets and resolve shortages/damages.

Skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Sales/O2C coordination

End-to-end execution

Automation projects

SAP/WMS/TMS

Education

MBA / PGDM (full-time)

Tools

SAP

WMS

TMS

Transporeon

Job description

About the Job:

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.