Site Lead - Halol

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a senior leader to drive end-to-end logistics operations across domestic transport, EXIM, and cross-dock activities. The role emphasizes alignment with production schedules, JIT/JIS adherence, and multimodal optimization.

You will oversee stakeholder governance, drive Kaizen-inspired improvements, and lead transformation initiatives in TMS, WMS, and visibility tools. A strong leader capable of shaping 4PL partnerships is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in OEM logistics and 4PL/lead logistics management.
• Strong EXIM and trade compliance knowledge.
• Expertise in transportation network design and cost optimization.
• Procurement understanding with cost focus.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end logistics operations including domestic and multimodal movements.
• Govern LSP/3PL ecosystem with regular performance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and network optimization initiatives.
• Lead and develop a cross-functional operations, EXIM, and analytics team.
• Own site-level analytics and business reviews to leadership.

Skills

OEM logistics

4PL Lead Logistics

EXIM & Trade Compliance

Transportation & Network Design

Cost Optimization & Procurement

Job description

1. End-to-End Logistics Operations

• Lead domestic transportation operations including milk runs, FTL/PTL/LTL movements, and multimodal logistics aligned with production schedules
• Ensure JIT/JIS adherence and seamless line feeding through close coordination with plant logistics
• Oversee cross-dock, consolidation hubs, and warehouse flows for optimal utilization and efficiency
• Drive exception management, TAT adherence, POD compliance, and damage control through RCA and corrective actions
• Manage EXIM operations end-to-end — customs clearance, documentation, freight coordination, and inland delivery
• Optimize mode mix (air/ocean/LCL) balancing cost vs urgency.

2. Stakeholder & Governance Management

• Act as the primary interface between client SCM, plant leadership, procurement, and finance
• Govern LSP/3PL ecosystem through structured performance reviews (daily/weekly/monthly/QBRs)
• Build executive-level relationships and position 4PL as a strategic partner

3. Operational Excellence & Transformation

• Drive continuous improvement roadmap (Kaizen)
• Lead network optimization initiatives (lane redesign, hub rationalization, carrier strategy)
• Champion digital transformation via TMS, WMS, visibility tools, and automation
• Implement SOPs, audit frameworks, and control towers for governance
• Drive cost reduction, service improvement, and resilience strategies

4. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead and develop a cross-functional team across operations, EXIM, and analytics
• Build a high-performance culture focused on ownership, data, and accountability
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and capability building
• Ensure strong safety culture and HSSE compliance
• Coach teams on client handling, analytics, and decision-making

5. Analytics, Reporting & Business Reviews

• Own site-level analytics and dashboards (cost, service, LSPs performance)
• Deliver Monthly & Quarterly Business Reviews (MBR/QBR) to leadership
• Provide real-time insights and corrective action tracking

Key Skills & Competencies

Functional Expertise

• OEM logistics
• 4PL / Lead Logistics Management
• EXIM & Trade Compliance
• Transportation & Network Design
• Cost Optimization & Procurement

Leadership Capabilities

• Executive stakeholder management
• Data-driven decision making
• Team leadership & coaching
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Ownership mindset

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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