About the Job

We are looking for a energetic 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 mínimal 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 do

📌 Regional Logistics Manager (Chennai)
🏢 Nestlé
📍 Chennai