Manager or Senior Manager Raw Material (Liaisoning and Rail Logistic)

Role & responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with organizations such as Coal India Limited (CIL), coal mining companies, iron ore suppliers, OEMs, government departments, and other key stakeholders.

• Coordinate with mines, vendors, and procurement teams for seamless raw material availability.
• Manage railway logistics including rake planning, allotment and coordination.

• Liaise with railway authorities and logistics partners to ensure timely transportation and minimize supply disruptions.
• Conduct occasional visits to coal and iron ore mines to assess product quality, quantity availability, operational conditions, and market intelligence.

• Monitor market trends, government policies, mining regulations, and industry developments impacting raw material procurement.
• Prepare MIS reports related to logistics, vendor performance, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Work closely with production, commercial, and supply chain teams to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.

• Monitor port stock positions and raw material inventory reports to support procurement planning and ensure uninterrupted material availability.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Mining, Metallurgy, Commerce, or a related discipline. MBA preferred.
• 8-15 years of experience in Liaisoning and logistics management.
• Strong network within Coal India, mining companies, OEMs, railways, and related government agencies.
• Sound understanding of coal and iron ore procurement processes, mining operations, and railway logistics.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel to mines, supplier locations and government offices.