Unibic Foods - Senior Manager - Logistics

Unibic Foods India is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Manager - Logistics to spearhead our journey towards a more automated future. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive logistics automation strategy to streamline our operations, optimize costs, and ensure our delectable cookies reach customers fresh and on time. The individual will drive efficient billing and logistic operations at a PAN India level across different sales channels.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

- Craft and execute a strategic roadmap for automating logistics systems.

- Foster close collaboration with IT, engineering, and operations teams to ensure smooth integration of automation solutions.

- Develop and deliver training programs to equip staff with the skills to operate and maintain new automated systems and processes effectively.

- Leverage data generated by automated systems to identify further optimization opportunities and measure the success of automation initiatives.

- Provide strong leadership and direction to a team of logistics professionals, fostering a culture that embraces continuous improvement and innovation.

- Manage and oversee budgets allocated for logistics and automation projects, ensuring efficient resource utilization.

- Responsible for leading the PAN India logistics & Billing for all the sales Channels.

- To analyze sales and operations data to assess performance and devise plans for improvements.

- To manage budgeting, planning, and auditing of logistics operations.

- To promote, execute, and evaluate operational plans and schemes.

- To ensure compliance as per regulatory guidelines.

- To drive operational excellence and process improvements across the billing and logistics supply chain

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

- Masters's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum 15 to 20 years of experience in logistics management, preferably within the food manufacturing industry.

- Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing automation projects within logistics environments.

- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

- Proficiency in data analysis tools and methodologies.

- Experience in project management methodologies.