Hod/ Senior Manager, Logistics – Cells & Modules (Expatriate In India) M/F

We are looking for a HOD/ Senior Manager, Logistics – Cells & Modules base in India for our client, one of the biggest Indian companies, with more than 120,000 employees, in hydrocarbon exploration and production, petroleum refining and marketing, petrochemicals, retail, and telecommunications. They are launching a new energy business and they are recruiting their leaders.

Job summary :

The HOD/ Senior Manager, Logistics – Cells & Modules will be responsible for the site logistic functions for the cell and module factories including warehouses and all other relevant interface functions. This role will support the Company’s strategic ambition to be the world’s leading solar cell and module manufacturer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the site logistics operation: inbound of raw materials, outbound of finished goods, site delivery of raw materials to production team and warehouse operations.

• Responsible for implementing safe procedures in accordance to the HSE guidelines to maintain a safe operation.

• To lead and drive for continuous improvement in materials flow, manning, space and inventory management.

• To lead and drive cost reduction action items.

• To review and be responsible for SOP (standard operating procedure) & WI (work instruction) required for warehouse management and logistic operations.

• To be responsible for stock variance and accuracy.

• To drive team to focus on 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), visual management and inventory accuracy improvement.

• To lead and implement SFM (shop floor management) by setting direction and strategies in relation to different SFM blocks.

• To digitalise logistics operations for efficiency improvement.

• To improve the efficiency of automation of logistics operation.

• Management of inbound/ outbound operations to optimize space and inventory management.

• Any additional duties assigned by the Operations Head.

Required Qualifications, Competence & Skills :

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Material Management

• Knowledge in warehouse/ logistics/ manufacturing environment is advantageous

• Experience in SAP system

• Good working knowledge of 5S & visual management

• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSA 18001

• Knowledge of tools and methodologies like RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), etc. will be an added advantage.

• Knowledge with Lean methodology and Kanban system

• 7 to 10 years in logistics management experience

• Able to work in fast-paced environment and under stress

• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to drive for sustainable implementation

• Strong work ethic and professionalism

• High fluency in both spoken and written English

• High energy and drive, with a positive, proactive attitude

• Willing to learn with challenging spirit to improve current condition

This position is base in Jamnagar, Gujarat (India). Our client propose a competitive salary and a full expatriate package (visa, accommodation, flight tickets, school, medical insurance…).