Logistics Executive

Handle end‑to‑end export and import operations, including documentation, customs compliance, freight booking, shipment coordination and banking procedures, ensuring timely & accurate movement of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all export documentation (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, COA/COO, Shipping Bill, etc.) and bank submissions.
• Handle import documentation, including LC applications, E‑Way bills, indemnity bonds, and customs clearance coordination.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHA, shipping lines, transporters, factory staff, CFS/ICD operators.
• Track shipments, follow up on duty drawback/realization certificates, ensure compliance with trade regulations and renewal of IEC, RCMC, LUT/UIN as needed.
• Maintain accurate export/import records (physical & digital), track transaction status, and liaise with banks & clients for settlements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (Logistics/International Trade/Related) or Diploma in Export–Import Management.
• 5–6 years hands‑on export/import operations & documentation experience.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, documentation, DGFT / ICEGATE procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital transaction handling.
• Excellent communication, coordination, organizational, and time‑management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Handle export documentation in compliance with Indian customs regulations, specifically for apparel shipments

Prepare and verify documents such as:

Commercial Invoice

Packing List

Shipping Bill

Bill of Lading / Airway Bill

Certificate of Origin

Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHA (Custom House Agents), and transporters for smooth shipment execution

Ensure timely clearance of shipments and adherence to export timelines

Maintain accurate shipment records and documentation for audits and compliance

Track shipments and update internal stakeholders on status

Resolve shipment-related issues (delays, documentation errors, customs queries)

Work closely with internal teams (production, sales, warehouse) to align dispatch schedules

Required Skills

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of export procedures and Indian customs regulations

Experience in apparel export documentation

Familiarity with logistics processes (air/sea shipments, incoterms)

Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and email communication

Experience with ERP systems is a plus

Core Skills:

Good written and verbal communication in English

Attention to detail (critical for documentation accuracy)

Problem-solving ability

Time management and ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Experience

Prior experience in a similar shipping/logistics role within an export-oriented company

Hands-on coordination with CHA, freight forwarders, and customs

The Logistics Executive is responsible for managing and coordinating end-to-end logistics and shipping operations to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods. The role involves close coordination with internal teams, freight forwarders, CHA, transporters, vendors, and third-party agencies to support smooth export and import operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate ocean freight rates with shipping lines and freight forwarders and arrange competitive quotations as per shipment requirements.
• Provide daily freight rate updates to concerned internal departments.
• Book vessels and containers in line with shipment schedules and customer commitments.
• Track and update daily shipment status in Excel/MIS sheets and circulate updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor container lift-on, lift-off, gate-in, gate-out, and stuffing activities to ensure operational accuracy.
• Supervise daily container stuffing and coordinate with operations teams to avoid delays or discrepancies.
• Monitor the movement of export documents and ensure timely submission to CHA, forwarders, banks, and customers.
• Coordinate with CHA, forwarders, transporters, vendors, and internal operations teams for smooth shipment execution.
• Track shipments from origin until final delivery at destination and resolve transit-related issues.
• Handle coordination for third-party agency certifications, inspections, and related documentation.
• Monitor freight, transportation, and logistics invoices and coordinate with Accounts department, CHA, forwarders, and vendors for verification and payment processing.
• Identify, track, and report additional local charges and cost variations to management.
• Follow up with forwarders for release of Delivery Orders (D.O.), container availability, and booking confirmations.
• Handle troubleshooting situations such as delays, rollovers, documentation issues, port congestion, or operational challenges.
• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports for management review.

Reporting & Documentation

• Conduct periodic reporting of all logistics and shipment-related activities.
• Manage documentation, filing, and record-keeping in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports as required by the Reporting Manager, Directors, or Managing Director.

Ad-hoc & Development Activities

• Assist in ad-hoc logistics and operational activities as assigned.
• Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Participate in periodic logistics-related visits and meetings with vendors, CHA, forwarders, and service providers as required for smooth operations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of logistics, shipping, and export/import procedures
• Excellent coordination and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MIS reporting
• Good negotiation and cost-control abilities
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to multitask and work under deadlines

Job Title: Logistics Executive

Location: Amritsar

Experience Required: 3+ years

Job Type: Full-time

Department: Commercial Operations

Reports To: Reporting Manager / General Manager / Directors

Job Summary (Simple):

The Logistics Executive is responsible for handling shipments and transportation work. This includes booking containers, coordinating with shipping partners, tracking shipments, handling documents, negotiating freight rates, and making sure goods are delivered on time without issues.

Key Responsibilities (Simple Words):

Logistics Work (Main Role):

• Share daily freight rate updates with internal teams
• Negotiate ocean freight rates and get quotations
• Book vessels and containers
• Update daily shipment status in Excel
• Monitor container loading and unloading
• Track container stuffing activities
• Follow up on export documents
• Coordinate with operations team, CHA, forwarders, and vendors
• Track shipments until they reach the final destination
• Handle third-party certifications
• Check freight and transport bills and coordinate with the Accounts team
• Track and report extra local charges
• Handle shipment-related problems or delays
• Follow up with forwarders for DO release and container bookings
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare regular reports on logistics activities
• Maintain proper files, documents, and records

Ad-hoc & Support Work:

• Help with any additional work as required by management
• Prepare special reports for the Reporting Manager, Directors, or MD
• Help create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Attend meetings and visits with vendors, CHA, and forwarders when required

Working Relationships:

• Coordinate with customers, suppliers, service providers
• Work closely with internal teams and management

Qualification & Experience (Simple):

• Graduate or Diploma holder
• 3 years experience after qualification
• Experience in Shipping Line / Forwarder / CHA
• Strong knowledge of Excel and MS Office
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Good time management and reporting skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Other Requirements:

• Male candidates
• Age: 25–40 years
• Ability to prepare accurate reports
• Good document handling and official communication skills

Key Skills Needed:

• Analytical thinking – able to solve logistics problems
• Reliability & responsibility
• Strong logistics and technical knowledge
• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Looking for candidates with good experience in a manufacturing firm with logistics / transportation functions
• Need experience with transport cost sheet along with logistics planning.
• Basic knowledge about transport management system, different truck types, transport automation and technology is essential

• He/She will be responsible for diagnostics in transportation and focusing on zero based clean sheet costing for transportation lanes
• He/She will solve transport / logistics cost sheet in logistics domain

• Developing and communicating shipment schedules.
• Liaising with vendors and carrier services to coordinate logistics and timelines.
• Assisting customers and resolving shipment issues and complaints.
• Preparing and maintaining shipment paperwork, records, and digital databases.
• Collect shipping data from various websites/documents and enter in the database system.
• Create spreadsheets with extracted data without mistakes.
• Verify / Analyze data by comparing it to source documents, update existing data
• Performing additional duties as needed.
• Prepare daily reports/summaries and send it to Managers / TLs / Clients etc.
• Good typing/communication skills.

What you need to have:

Designation/Role : City Lead Operations/ Senior Logistics Manager

Location : Gurgaon

Education Qualification : IIT/NIT - 2012 to 2016 Batch OR
MBA - Sales/Operations/Marketing can also be considered.

Experience Required : Last Mile Delivery Experience working in companies like Shadowfax, Lalamove, Delhivery etc

Roles and Responsibilities :

1. The candidate would be responsible for sustaining and growing the city's revenues with P&L responsibilities.
2. Good in Leading the Sales team in initiating new accounts and managing relationships with existing ones, thereby ensuring a healthy mix of partners.
3. Laying down the roadmap for new account acquisition for the city and ensuring its execution.
4. Strategizing and executing all account related initiatives from operational troubleshooting to activation.
5. Managing the rider life cycle (hiring to retire )
6. The person should have leading the Operations team in delivering the best Customer experience while having a 360 degree view from Customer Care to Delivery Executive Safety to Optimal utilization of resources.
7. Managing the administration function, operational performance reporting, streamlining processes and systems wherever possible
8. Responsible for managing the City team from hiring and training new recruits to assigning targets and formulating incentive plans as well as career planning for each member of the team

Skill Set :

1. Relevant work experience of 4+ years in Sales or Marketing or Operations with a penchant for Leadership.
2. A competent decision-maker with the ability to create and execute a strategic sales and marketing plan for the region.
3. A visionary who can foresee the Macro factors affecting the business and strategize preemptively.
4. Identifies, builds and uses a wide network of contacts with people at all levels, internally and externally