Warehouse Operations Manager

Lubrizol; Pune District; On-site; INR 15,00,000 - 25,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemical company in Pune, India, is seeking an experienced logistics manager to oversee warehouse and transport operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of managerial experience in logistics, a strong understanding of compliance standards, and proven expertise in managing third-party logistics providers. This role focuses on driving efficiency and cost savings through innovative practices and leadership across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of managerial experience in warehouse and transportation operations, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of domestic transport regulations, documentation, and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office tools with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple warehouses and third-party logistics providers across India and MEA.
• Drive cost optimization and innovation in logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Logistics management

Vendor negotiations

Stakeholder collaboration

Agile methodologies

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Supply chain certification

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

About Lubrizol
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognise unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

Summary of the Role:

Manage warehouse and road transport operations across India and the MEA region, ensuring seamless execution, scalability, efficiency, and compliance. Drive cost optimization, innovation, agility, and competitiveness while leading logistics operations. Lead projects, monitor KPIs, implement corrective actions, and standardize SOPs to achieve operational excellence. Foster continuous improvement, strategic execution, and collaboration with key stakeholders, including finance, HSE, supply chain, plant operations, global logistics, legal, and HR.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple warehouses (both implant and external) across India and MEA, managing various third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
• Manage inventory control, inbound/outbound shipments, order fulfillment, and warehouse operations to ensure seamless execution.
• Optimize storage efficiency and throughput for warehouse operations.
• Maintain regular engagement with regional and global stakeholders, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Collaborate with global logistics teams to benchmark performance, enhance agility, and implement process improvements.
• Engage with teams at all levels, driving operational excellence and innovation.
• Drive innovation in road transport operations by leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and reliability.
• Foster strong partnerships with transport providers to ensure service excellence, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness through proactive collaboration.
• Implement dynamic transport strategies that optimize routing, reduce environmental impact, and adapt to evolving market conditions.
• Continuously evaluate and elevate transport partners’ performance through data-driven insights and industry benchmarking.
• Integrate global best practices by collaborating with international transport teams, embracing cutting-edge logistics solutions, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Develop agile response frameworks that anticipate challenges, minimize disruptions, and enable seamless issue resolution in real time.
• Manage logistics expenditure efficiently, ensuring optimized resource allocation.
• Implement cost-saving measures while maintaining service quality and operational excellence.
• Negotiate competitive contracts and SLAs, ensuring compliance with performance and cost benchmarks.
• Utilize KPI tracking, analytics, and financial insights to optimize costs and improve management practices.
• Anticipate supply chain disruptions, warehouse inefficiencies, and logistics risks, implementing contingency plans for resilience.
• Lead swift response efforts to address supplier issues and operational disruptions, minimizing business impact.
• Adjust strategies dynamically to respond to evolving market conditions and business needs.
• Ensure full adherence to customs regulations, bonded warehouse laws, and regional compliance standards, road transport safety standards, GST laws, e-invoicing, and regional and global regulations.
• Partner with HSE teams to enforce industry-best safety protocols, risk assessments, and compliance measures.
• Develop and implement SOPs to standardize warehouse operations, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Manage warehouse and transport teams across regions, providing mentorship, performance management, and training for continuous growth.
• Work closely with finance, supply chain, plant operations, legal, and HR to align logistics strategies with business goals.
• Drive logistics improvement projects, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement innovation-driven corrective actions.
• Enhance operational agility, drive continuous productivity, and position warehouse operations for long-term business growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• Any supply chain related certification or degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of managerial experience in warehouse and transportation operations, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Expertise in logistics and 3PL management.
• Strong knowledge of domestic transport regulations, documentation, and safety requirements.
• Expertise in carrier management, vendor negotiations, and logistics coordination.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with a focus on stakeholder collaboration.
• Process-oriented mindset with expertise in innovation, change management, and continuous improvement.
• Strong project management and problem-solving abilities to drive operational excellence.
• Agile and results-driven, ensuring adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office tools with a data-driven approach.

We are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their ethnic origin, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic.