Role Overview

We have a great opportunity to join ED&F; Man Motton as Logistics Manager – India, responsible for managing and continuously improving the domestic logistics network supporting the procurement, movement, storage and delivery of cotton across India. Through close collaboration with trading, operations, warehouse teams and external logistics providers, you will drive efficient, reliable and cost-effective execution across transportation, freight procurement, warehousing and customer deliveries.

The role will focus on optimising transportation strategies, strengthening freight procurement and cost management, and leveraging data, analytics and digital tools to enhance operational performance, visibility and control. You will also play a key role in developing a reliable logistics network, building strong relationships with service providers and embedding a culture of continuous improvement to support the growth and commercial objectives of the cotton business.

Position Title: Logistics Manager - Cotton

Location: Mumbai, India

Position Type: Full-time

Schedule: Office based

Business Overview

ED&F; Man Cotton driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F; Man Commodities existing operations provides ED&F; Man Cotton with offices in major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerised supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

ED&F; Man is owned by Hartree Partners, LP a leading global merchant commodities firm facilitating the flow of energy, metals, agriculture, and environmental products across the full commodity supply chain, connecting producers and consumers. Hartree was founded in 1997, is jointly owned by senior management and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, LP, and employs around 5,000 individuals worldwide.

Key Accountabilities

- Manage end-to-end domestic transportation of cotton from ginners to warehouses and warehouses to customers, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
- Develop transportation plans aligned with procurement, sales and inventory requirements, optimising freight costs, routing and delivery schedules.
- Coordinate vehicle placement, dispatch, shipment tracking and delivery scheduling, ensuring reliable execution and shipment visibility.
- Develop freight cost models, benchmark regional transportation rates and lead freight negotiations with transport providers to deliver cost efficiencies.
- Optimise routes, loads and shipment consolidation to maximise vehicle utilisation, reduce empty returns and improve freight efficiency.
- Monitor freight availability and seasonal capacity constraints,



proactively managing disruptions during peak procurement and delivery periods.
- Develop dashboards and KPIs covering freight costs, transit times, on-time performance, carrier performance and logistics exceptions.
- Use data analytics, AI-driven tools and root-cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and deliver measurable improvements in logistics performance and costs.
- Work closely with Traders, Trade Assistants, Operations, Quality Classers and Finance to align logistics execution with commercial requirements and ensure seamless contract fulfilment.
- Build strong relationships with transporters, fleet owners, brokers, warehouses and other service providers, ensuring performance against agreed KPIs and service levels.
- Resolve transportation disruptions, delivery delays, claims and disputes, acting as a key logistics contact for internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, GST, E-Way Bill requirements, APMC regulations and relevant state-specific requirements, maintaining appropriate documentation and controls.
- Drive digitalisation and workflow automation, working with the AI Analyst to develop predictive freight models, route optimisation tools and enhanced reporting capabilities.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, operational efficiency and cost discipline across the domestic logistics network.

Skills and Experience:

- 5-10 years’ logistics or supply chain management experience within agricultural commodities, preferably in the cotton trading industry.
- Proven experience managing domestic transportation, freight procurement, warehousing, inventory movements and third-party logistics providers.
- Strong understanding of Indian road transportation networks, regional freight markets and warehouse operations.
- Demonstrated track record of reducing logistics costs, optimising freight procurement and improving transportation efficiency and service levels.
- Experience developing freight cost models, route optimisation frameworks, carrier scorecards and logistics performance reporting.
- Strong analytical capabilities, with proficiency in Excel and Power BI; exposure to AI-driven analytics and automation would be advantageous.
- Strong commercial, negotiation and supplier management skills,



with the ability to build effective relationships across logistics networks.
- Good understanding of Indian transportation compliance requirements, including GST, E-Way Bills, APMC regulations and state-specific documentation.
- Commercially minded, hands-on and solutions-focused, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced commodity trading environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across trading, operations, finance and external service providers.
- Cotton industry experience and knowledge of the specific logistics, storage and domestic distribution requirements of raw cotton would be highly advantageous.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a quick-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities.

Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

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