Logistics Programer – Nashik

. 🚚 Logistics Programmer Job Description

This Logistics Programmer Job Description outlines the core responsibilities, essential qualifications, and key skills required for a specialized technical professional who develops, optimizes, and maintains the software systems used in supply chain, transportation, and warehouse management.

🎯 Overview of the Role

The Logistics Programmer is responsible for developing and supporting highly efficient software solutions that automate and optimize key logistics functions, including inventory management, route planning, fleet tracking, and warehouse operations. This role requires strong programming expertise, combined with a deep functional understanding of the supply chain, third-party logistics (3PL), and distribution principles.

📝 Key Responsibilities

The Logistics Programmer’s primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

System Development and Optimization:

Designing, coding, and implementing applications for core logistics systems, such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) modules related to supply chain.

Developing and refining route optimization algorithms to minimize fuel consumption and delivery times.

Integrating various systems, including handheld scanners, RFID readers, and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems, to ensure smooth data flow.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Developing database queries and reports to monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such such as inventory accuracy, fill rates, and on-time delivery percentages.

Utilizing data analytics tools to identify bottlenecks and areas for process automation within the supply chain.

Maintenance and Support:

Providing timely technical support and troubleshooting for logistics end-users (warehouse staff, dispatchers, and drivers).

Performing system maintenance, upgrades, and testing to ensure reliability and scalability of mission-critical logistics applications.

Collaboration and Compliance:

Working closely with Logistics Managers, Warehouse Operators, and Business Analysts to translate operational needs into technical requirements.

Ensuring developed systems adhere to industry standards and regulatory compliance related to hazardous materials, customs, and transportation.

✨ Qualifications and Skills

Required Qualifications:

• ✓ Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related quantitative field.
• ✓ Experience: [Insert Specific Number, e.g., 3+] years of experience in software development, with direct experience supporting or developing solutions for Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehouse Management.

Essential Skills:

• ✓ Programming Expertise: Proficiency in relevant enterprise languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and experience with modern development frameworks.
• ✓ Database Management: Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with large relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).
• ✓ Logistics Concepts: Functional understanding of core logistics processes, including inventory control, routing, capacity planning, and fulfillment.
• ✓ System Integration: Experience working with APIs and common integration protocols used in B2B logistics environments (e.g., EDI, XML).
• ✓ Analytical Thinking: Excellent analytical and modeling skills to solve complex optimization problems.

🤝 Reporting Structure

The Logistics Programmer will typically report to the IT Manager of Supply Chain Applications, Director of Logistics Technology, or IT Development Manager.

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