Lead Logistics Manager – Ludhiana

About the role

The Lead Logistics role is responsible for expanding multimodal rail freight operations in a cost‑effective manner for the organization’s business in Ludhiana. The position involves traffic analysis, route development, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth rail‑based transportation.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse multimodal traffic and compare road versus rail freight to assess commercial viability.
• Evaluate rail models (rake ownership, lease, etc.) and recommend optimal movement strategies.
• Identify and develop terminals, hubs and siding facilities suitable for current and future product flows.
• Plan traffic for petrochemical lanes, improve existing rail siding infrastructure and propose new sidings.
• Represent the company to railways and regulatory agencies to influence policy amendments.
• Select vendors, negotiate rates with carriers, warehouse operators and insurers, and finalize contracts.
• Maintain rate updates, purchase orders and shipment records in SAP; resolve system issues with the IT team.
• Coordinate daily operations between business units, plants, accounts and transport agencies to ensure timely deliveries and handle claim/payments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Certification in Logistics/Operations.
• 4–8 years of experience in logistics, freight movement or multimodal transportation.

Required skills

• Proficiency with SAP for rate, PO and shipment management.