Company Overview

Four PL Consultancy is a dynamic, London-based logistics and supply chain management consultancy. As a fourth-party logistics provider, we specialize in delivering innovative logistics and trade compliance solutions to clients across the globe. With a commitment to operational efficiency and strategic growth, we empower our clients to optimise their supply chains and drive profitability.

Our young, creative team brings fresh perspectives to global logistics challenges, ensuring our partners remain competitive and compliant in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Role Overview The Team Lead - Logistics will oversee and guide the logistics team to ensure our clients global import and export operations run efficiently and in full compliance with international regulations. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end shipping activities, ensuring high-quality documentation control, and maintaining robust communication with carriers, 3PLs, and clients.

The Team

Lead will also be accountable for developing and implementing SOPs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement within logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Operational Oversight :

- Lead, mentor, and support the logistics team to ensure timely and accurate execution of all shipment activities.
- Oversee daily team performance, ensuring proper load plan updates, tracking, documentation accuracy, and communication with internal/externalstakeholders.
- Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) across logistics workflows.

Import & Export Management :




- Supervise and support end-to-end handling of international Sea and Air shipments.
- Review and validate all shipping and trade compliance documents, including Certificates of Origin, Export Declarations, ATRs, commercial invoices, and LC-related documents.
- Ensure accuracy of documentation prepared by the team for carrier bookings, shipping instructions, and POD retrieval.

Shipment Tracking & Issue Resolution :
- Ensure proactive tracking of all shipments to anticipate delays, manage exceptions, and provide timely updates to clients.
- Manage customer complaints related to logistics and coordinate product replacements or corrective actions when necessary.
- Oversee coordination with 3PL providers for timely communication of shipment schedules.

Compliance & Quality Assurance :
- Ensure documentation and processes comply with EU/non-EU regulations, country-specific requirements, Incoterms, and customer instructions.
- Manage logistics requirements for Letters of Credit, including documentation, inspections, and compliance checks.
- Oversee handling of DG (Dangerous Goods) shipments where applicable.

Reporting & Performance Measurement :
- Lead the measurement, reporting,



and analysis of logistics KPIs, providing insights for continuous improvement.
- Ensure timely response to management and support functions on operational matters and performance updates.

Required Experience & Skills Experience :
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in international logistics (Sea & Air), with at least 2+ years in a team lead or senior logistics role.
- Strong understanding of international trade documentation and compliance regulations.
- Experience managing Letters of Credit and Dangerous Goods shipments.

Knowledge & Skills :
- In-depth knowledge of global logistics, shipping documentation, and Incoterms.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office tools.
- Robust communication skills with fluency in English.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a team effectively.

Perks & Benefits :
- Open culture and collaborative working environment
- 30 days of holiday (including public holidays)
- Comprehensive health insurance for employee, spouse, and children (coverage up to 25 Lakhs)
- Accidental insurance coverage up to 10 Lakhs
- Opportunity to work on international projects with high-impact clients
- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Supplemental Pay :
- Performance bonus

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📌 Logistics Team Lead (Bengaluru)
🏢 4PL Consultancy
📍 Bengaluru