Logistics Manager

Position Title: Logistics Manager - Project Cargo & ODC Operations

Department: Supply Chain / Projects

Role Purpose

To manage and coordinate the end-to-end movement of project cargo, including 20ft/40ft containers, High Cube containers, ODC (Over Dimensional Cargo), heavy-lift equipment, and imported/domestic materials. Responsible for ensuring on-time delivery, real-time cargo tracking, stakeholder coordination, and achieving zero detention, demurrage, and avoidable logistics penalties.

Key Responsibilities

Cargo Movement & Transportation Management

• Plan and execute transportation of:
• 20ft Containers
• 40ft Containers
• High Cube Containers
• Break Bulk Cargo
• ODC (Over Dimensional Cargo)
• Heavy Lift Project Cargo
• Coordinate multimodal transportation involving road, rail, sea, and air freight.
• Ensure timely movement of project materials from supplier to project site.

Cargo Tracking & Monitoring

• Establish robust tracking systems for all inbound and outbound cargo.
• Monitor shipment milestones and update project stakeholders on cargo status.
• Prepare daily/weekly logistics tracking reports.
• Identify potential delays and proactively implement corrective actions.

Coordination with Stakeholders

• Liaise with:
• Customs House Agents (CHA)
• Shipping Lines
• Freight Forwarders
• Transporters
• Suppliers/Shippers
• Project Team
• Purchasers/Procurement Team
• Site Execution Team
• Ensure smooth documentation and uninterrupted cargo movement.

Import & Export Logistics

• Coordinate customs clearance activities.
• Review shipping documents:
• Bill of Lading
• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Certificate of Origin
• Insurance Documents
• Ensure compliance with statutory and customs regulations.

ODC & Heavy Lift Operations

• Plan route surveys for ODC movement.
• Obtain transport permits and statutory approvals.
• Coordinate escorts, cranes, trailers, and unloading arrangements.
• Ensure safe transportation of oversized and critical equipment.

Cost & Performance Management wherever required

• Optimize logistics costs without impacting project schedules.
• Control:
• Detention Charges
• Demurrage Charges
• Ground Rent
• Port Storage Charges
• Negotiate rates with transporters and logistics service providers.
• Monitor logistics budget and freight spend.

Risk Management

• Develop contingency plans for transportation delays.
• Monitor weather, port congestion, and permit-related risks.
• Ensure cargo insurance coverage and claim management when required.

Employment Type- Full-Time

Location- Harihar, Karnataka

If interested, please send CV to Snigdha Jha,

Email id-[email removed], or please feel free to reach me in below mobile no

Regards

Snigdha Jha

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