Lead Logistics Specialist

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== Manage transportation and related logistics of goods and services to and from internal and/or external customers/suppliers. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Executes standard operational/technical tasks typically subject to instructions and work routines. There is latitude to rearrange the sequence to complete task/duties based on changing work situations. **Job Description** =================== **Roles and Responsibilities** **ITO/Project bidding** * Logistics feasibility study / Route Survey during Project bidding. Define transport limit basis of survey. * Logistics cost estimation during bidding (ITO). Prepare transport RFQ, follow ups for offer, comparison. **OTR Sourcing** * Prepare & initiate transport RFQ to approved bidder, follow ups for offers and offer clarification * Prepare comparison, Freight negotiation & Contract finalization with freight forwarders, Heavy Lift Operators & Transporters for Project Logistics (Domestic + Overseas Freight) * Prepare the Purchase Order in ERP/SAP. Prepare Frame agreement. **OTR Execution** * Prepare the Transport plan for Logistics Management for new Project. * Coordinate with Procurement colleagues, Project supply chain manager, Supplier, Freight forwarder & transporter for pick up the shipment as per pick up request. * Coordinate with Shipping line/Forwarder & Customs broker for timely arrival of shipment and initiate the customs clearance in time * Coordinate with Customs CoE, Customs broker and Logistics service provider for timely customs clearance and dispatch the material to project site in most economic mode of transport. * Ensure full utilization of Container and vehicle to save the transport cost. Ensure safe transportation till site. * Ensure compliance with local laws, rules and regulations related to customs, transport and EHS * Responsible for effective logistics coordination for assigned projects in region. * Ensure delivery are cost effective and compliant to scope, on time and on budget. * Follow the Packing, Lifting & Lashing (PALILA) for safe handling. * Evaluation of transporter/Freight forwarder & performance monitoring **Knowledge / Skill set required** * Knowledge of Road transport, shipping & Air freight. * The individual must be the region’s Subject Matter Expert for project logistics. At the same time, the individual will need to optimize logistics efficiencies globally whilst emphasizing operational compliance. * Strong knowledge in Packing, Lifting & Lashing for Project materials. * The role requires the incumbent to interact with both internal and external partners at all levels. * Strong hands-on experience in Inco term management & implementation and contract management * Experience in developing strategic logistics / trade solutions and working with international custom brokers * Extensive knowledge in industry best practices Logistics / Transportation /Trade Zones * Highly competent communicator who can successfully interact with cross functional teams, Management, and business partners **Required Qualifications** * B.E/B.Tech., Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Management, Engineering Support, or a related field with 9+ years of experience. **Desired Characteristics** * Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes