We are looking for an experienced Logistics Manager ( Male Candidate ) to own end-to-end logistics for our manufacturing plant at Jigani . The role is responsible for inbound, outbound, warehousing, last-mile delivery of high-value furniture, cost optimization, and customer experience for white-glove delivery.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Outbound & Retail Distribution
- Manage dispatch of finished goods from factory/central warehouse to end users
- Plan and execute white-glove, last-mile delivery for luxury furniture - including installation coordination with retail and service teams
- Manage 3PL, transporters and dedicated fleet vendors; negotiate freight and ensure OTIF
- Reduce transit damages - define SOPs for handling, packing, loading of premium furniture & leather products
2. Inbound & Manufacturing Logistics
- Manage inbound logistics for raw materials - wood, leather, hardware, foam, imported materials
- Coordinate with procurement, production planning and stores for JIT supply to factory
- Handle import shipments, CHA, customs clearance, and ICD Bangalore operations
3. Warehousing & Inventory Movement
- Oversee central warehouse operations at Hosur Road - space utilization, WMS, inventory accuracy, stock transfers
- Implement barcoding / RFID and ERP discipline in SAP / Oracle
4. Cost, Compliance & Optimization
- Own logistics P&L; - freight budgeting, cost per cbm / per km, reverse logistics cost
- Identify route optimization, load consolidation,
and hub-and-spoke models to reduce cost
- Ensure compliance with e-way bills, GST, e-invoicing, and transport regulations
- Lead logistics audits, insurance claims for transit damage/loss
5. Team & Vendor Management
- Lead team of warehouse executives, logistics coordinators and delivery teams
- Manage and evaluate 20+ transport vendors, warehousing partners and packaging vendors
- Build SOPs, training for handling luxury products
6. Technology & Process Improvement
- Drive implementation of TMS, WMS, and real-time shipment tracking
- Dashboard reporting on OTIF, delivery lead time, freight cost, damages, returns
- Lead reverse logistics for service returns, refurbishments and warranty replacements
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education: MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics or Graduate in any discipline with relevant experience
- Experience: 8-12 years in logistics / distribution, with at least 3 years in furniture, home decor, consumer durables, retail or building materials. Experience in handling high-value / bulky goods is mandatory.
- Technical Skills: Robust knowledge of WMS, TMS, SAP MM/SD, MS Excel, route planning, e-way bill & GST logistics compliance
- Leadership: Proven experience managing large 3PL network and pan-India distribution
- Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, problem-solving, vendor management, customer-centric mindset
Interested Candidates can drop the Cv to
[email protected]
📌 Hiring Logistics Manager (Karnataka)
🏢 Stanley Lifestyles
📍 Karnataka