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Job Description

1. End-to-End Logistics Operations

• Lead domestic transportation operations including milk runs, FTL/PTL/LTL movements, and multimodal logistics aligned with production schedules
• Ensure JIT/JIS adherence and seamless line feeding through close coordination with plant logistics
• Oversee cross-dock, consolidation hubs, and warehouse flows for optimal utilization and efficiency
• Drive exception management, TAT adherence, POD compliance, and damage control through RCA and corrective actions
• Manage EXIM operations end-to-end — customs clearance, documentation, freight coordination, and inland delivery
• Optimize mode mix (air/ocean/LCL) balancing cost vs urgency.

2. Stakeholder & Governance Management

• Act as the primary interface between client SCM, plant leadership, procurement, and finance
• Govern LSP/3PL ecosystem through structured performance reviews (daily/weekly/monthly/QBRs)
• Build executive-level relationships and position 4PL as a strategic partner

3. Operational Excellence & Transformation

• Drive continuous improvement roadmap (Kaizen)
• Lead network optimization initiatives (lane redesign, hub rationalization, carrier strategy)
• Champion digital transformation via TMS, WMS, visibility tools, and automation
• Implement SOPs, audit frameworks, and control towers for governance
• Drive cost reduction, service improvement, and resilience strategies

4. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead and develop a cross-functional team across operations, EXIM, and analytics
• Build a high-performance culture focused on ownership, data, and accountability
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and capability building
• Ensure strong safety culture and HSSE compliance
• Coach teams on client handling, analytics, and decision-making

5. Analytics, Reporting & Business Reviews

• Own site-level analytics and dashboards (cost, service, LSPs performance)
• Deliver Monthly & Quarterly Business Reviews (MBR/QBR) to leadership
• Provide real-time insights and corrective action tracking

Key Skills & Competencies

Functional Expertise

• OEM logistics
• 4PL / Lead Logistics Management
• EXIM & Trade Compliance
• Transportation & Network Design
• Cost Optimization & Procurement

Leadership Capabilities

• Executive stakeholder management
• Data-driven decision making
• Team leadership & coaching
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Ownership mindset

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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