11+ Inventory optimization Jobs in India

About the Role: 

As a Solution Design team member, you will be focused on designing solutions for some of the most challenging and exciting problems that we are working to solve in the logistics industry. You will be responsible for understanding the customer's business, supply chain challenges and building practical processes or technologically led solutions for these. This role is varied and fast-paced – constantly adapting to the logistics industry's landscape and business needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Study the customer's supply chain process and build a deeper understanding of industry-specific supply chains, their underlying & fundamental challenges, and build holistic solutions.
• Analyze data to come up with actionable insights.
• Drive implementation of complex engagements.
• Become a knowledge powerhouse within the organization for anything related to logistics.
• Develop holistic business requirements and drive product development while working with the product and technology team. 
• Take ownership of complex projects, work with cross-functional teams and drive the projects to completion. Be accountable for the overall technical excellence and quality of the technical output. 
• Educate and support customers, both pre-and post-sales, helping them with implementation, testing, integrations, and more.

Preferred qualifications:

• MBA with 4+ years of solid experience in Logistics.
• Good knowledge of logistics, preferably within Steel, Cement, FMCG, Transportation or related industries.
• Good to have experience working with B2B product-based organizations.
• Ability to understand the processes and cost drivers of customers from different industries.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into insights.
• Self motivated, result - oriented with a bias for speed and action.
• Good verbal, written, social, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment and adjust priorities on-the-fly while still focusing on details and being analytical.

Job Title: Freight Broker

Department: Logistics

Location: Mohali

Shift: Night Shift

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

As a Freight Broker, you will be responsible for facilitating the transportation of goods between shippers and carriers. Your role will involve managing logistics, building relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely deliveries. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals looking to start their careers in logistics and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Build Relationships:

Develop and maintain relationships with shippers and carriers to understand their needs and preferences.

Load Matching:

Identify and match available loads with appropriate carriers, considering factors such as capacity, routes, and pricing.

Negotiation:

Negotiate rates and terms with carriers to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining profit margins.

Documentation:

Prepare and manage necessary shipping documents, including bills of lading and contracts.

Track Shipments:

Monitor shipments throughout the transportation process to ensure timely delivery and address any issues that arise.

Customer Service:

Provide excellent customer service by communicating with shippers and carriers, addressing inquiries, and resolving disputes.

Market Research:

Stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, and industry regulations to enhance operational effectiveness.

Database Management:

Maintain accurate records in freight brokerage software and databases.

Requirements:

 Bachelor’s degree preferred.

 Proven Experience with OTR, Drayage.

 Proven experience (6+ months) as a Freight Broker, in logistics, or a similar role.

 Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

 Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.

 Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

📢 WE ARE HIRING — Logistics Executive

📍 Location: Amritsar

🧑‍💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

📅 Experience: 6+ Years

**📘 About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Logistics Executive to join our Commercial Operations team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in freight logistics, international shipping, documentation, and shipment coordination. This role involves managing daily logistics operations, negotiating freight rates, handling documentation, tracking shipments, and coordinating between various stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

Logistics & Operations (Primary Duties):

• Update and communicate daily freight rates to the team.
• Negotiate competitive ocean freight rates and prepare quotations.
• Arrange vessel and container bookings and monitor shipments.
• Track export documentation and coordinate with forwarders and CHA.
• Maintain shipment status updates and prepare MIS reports.
• Monitor container stuffing and movement until delivery.
• Coordinate with accounts, vendors, and third-party agencies for invoicing and shipment releases.
• Handle troubleshooting and logistics-related challenges. V

Reporting & Administration:

• Maintain accurate documentation, filing, and records of all logistics activities.
• Prepare periodic logistics reports and support audit requirements.

Ad-hoc & Strategic Activities:

• Support creation and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist reporting managers/directors with special logistics projects.
• Participate in vendor and forwarder meetings as needed.

🎯 Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Any Graduate / Diploma.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in logistics, preferably with shipping lines, freight forwarders, or CHAs.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.
• Strong communication, time-management, and reporting skills.
• Excellent documentation and correspondence abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and deliver timely reports. Velvet Jobs
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• 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

Company Description

Miko is an advanced artificial intelligence innovation lab with a mission to bring AI and robotics to every consumer home. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, our workforce spans several countries, including the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. To check out various product offerings, visit Miko's website.

Responsibilities:

Non-Direct Routing (NDR) Optimization:

- Develop and implement strategies to optimize NDR processes, minimizing transportation costs while maintaining service levels.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (sales, procurement, customer service) to identify NDR opportunities and -streamline order fulfillment.

- Manage carrier and logistics service provider relationships, negotiating rates, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with routing guidelines.

Reverse Logistics (RVP) Management:

- Oversee the RVP process, encompassing returns, exchanges, and product recalls, to minimize costs and maximize recovery value.

- Partner with customer service, repair, and warehouse teams to streamline RVP processes and improve customer satisfaction.

- Manage relationships with reverse logistics partners, vendors, and service providers to ensure timely and efficient processing of returns and exchanges.

Pickup Coordination:

- Coordinate pickups from various locations (suppliers, warehouses, distribution centers) to optimize transportation efficiency and minimize costs.

- Schedule and monitor pickup activities, track shipment status, and resolve any issues or delays to ensure on-time pickup and delivery.

- Communicate pickup schedules and requirements to carriers and internal stakeholders for alignment with logistics plans.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:

- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure logistics performance in areas like on-time - pickup/delivery, NDR utilization, and RVP processing time.

- Analyze logistics data and performance metrics to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for improvement.

- Lead cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements, best practices, and technology solutions to enhance logistics efficiency and customer service.

Qualifications:

- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

- 1-3 years of experience in logistics operations, transportation management, or a similar role.

- Proven track record of identifying and implementing logistics process improvements.

- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across departments.

- Experience working with transportation management systems (TMS) a plus

• Responsible for leading and overseeing all operations in the company with Ownership

• Understand the entire Logistics process flow and drive the Operations team to achieve

maximum efficiency.

• Assisting in recruitment of Operations & Supply teams along with the support from HR

team

• Distribution of sales targets amongst the team members to ensure that the monthly

targets are achieved.

• Coordination with the different stakeholders and teams for smooth operations

• Updating the management team with progress, challenges, and developments on a

periodic basis.

What you need to have:

At Cypherock, We are disrupting the current financial system by increasing the adoption of Blockchain-based digital assets through better key management solutions. We build "Worlds' first products" from India, work at the intersection of Blockchain, Security, Embedded Hardware & Cryptography, and have worked with companies like Google, Blockgeeks, Samsung, Lockheed Martin, Apollo Munich, Bank of America amongst others.

As the primary person working directly with the CEO on all things non-tech, we think it will be a great fit if -

1. You are interested to work in Web3 & Crypto.
2. You can work on general management operations for the company.
3. You do not wait for instructions and guidelines but believe in taking end-to-end ownership of things.
4. You have preferably worked with a hardware startup before.
5. You have good negotiation skills and can handle procurement and inventory through Alibaba and other international sourcing.
6. You can handle international logistics and procurement of electronic components.
7. You can handle inventory of the hardware product.
8. You strive towards operational peak efficiency.
9. You can handle the accounting and finances of the company.
10. If need be, you can help us with the QA of the product.
11. You can commit for at least 6 months.

• Bachelor’s degree in technology related field

• Minimum of 1 + years Major ERP system experience

• Functional / technical proficiency in designing, configuring and implementing in ERP System

• Strong understanding of order management, billing, and ERP master data

• Strong verbal and written communication ·

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking and innovation

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Must be detailed-oriented.

• Ability to develop repeatable development processes with supporting documentation.

• Corrugated Industry Experience