Department: Supply Chain

Reporting To: Head Supply Chain & commercial

Location: Corporate Office / Manufacturing Site

1. Role Purpose

The Head – Logistics (BESS Supply Chain) is responsible for leading end-to-end logistics operations for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing and projects. The role ensures productive import/export management, domestic transportation, project dispatch planning, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and on-time delivery of critical components such as Li-ion cells, PCS, containers, transformers, and balance of plant.

2. Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute logistics strategy aligned with BESS manufacturing and project timelines.
- Lead import logistics for Li-ion cells and critical components (air/sea freight, customs clearance).
- Manage EXIM compliance including DGFT, customs, hazardous cargo regulations, and documentation.
- Oversee domestic transportation for inbound materials and outbound finished BESS containers.
- Plan heavy-lift and over-dimensional cargo (ODC) movement for project sites.
- Drive freight cost optimization through negotiation, rate contracts, and consolidation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to project dispatch schedules and site delivery commitments.
- Implement logistics risk mitigation strategies (port congestion,



geopolitical risk, regulatory delays).
- Lead 3PL/4PL partners, CHA, freight forwarders, and transporters.
- Develop logistics KPIs dashboard and present monthly performance review to leadership.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- On-Time Delivery (OTIF) – Inbound & Outbound
- Freight Cost per MWh / per Container
- Customs Clearance Lead Time
- Logistics Cost as % of Revenue
- Damage-Free Delivery Rate
- Import/Export Compliance Score
- Project Dispatch Adherence

4. Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Logistics / Operations

MBA in Operations / Supply Chain (Preferred)

12–15 years of experience in logistics & EXIM, preferably in BESS / Battery/Solar / EPC / Heavy Engineering

Strong knowledge of international trade regulations and hazardous cargo handling

Experience managing large-scale project logistics and ODC movement

5. Leadership & Core Competencies

- Strategic logistics planning capability
- Strong negotiation and commercial acumen
- Risk management & contingency planning
- Stakeholder management across projects, sourcing, and finance
- Data-driven decision-making mindset
- Team leadership and performance management

📌 Logistics Head (Chennai)
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