Logistics executive

Logistics Executive – Job Description

Job Title: Logistics Executive
Department: Logistics / Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: As per company requirement

Job Summary
We are looking for an organized and proactive Logistics Executive to coordinate transportation, dispatch, deliveries, inventory movement, and logistics documentation. The candidate should have strong coordination, planning, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities
Coordinate daily logistics and transportation activities.
Plan and coordinate the movement of materials, goods, and finished products.
Arrange vehicles and coordinate with transporters, drivers, vendors, and customers.
Prepare and verify delivery challans, invoices, e-way bills, LR/GR, and other logistics documents.
Track shipments and ensure timely delivery to customers or designated locations.
Monitor vehicle movement and resolve delivery delays or transportation issues.
Coordinate with Stores, Purchase, Production, Sales, Accounts, and other departments.
Maintain records of dispatches, deliveries, vehicle details, freight, and transportation costs.
Verify transporter bills and supporting documents before submission for payment.
Negotiate or coordinate transportation rates with approved transporters when required.
Monitor logistics expenses and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
Handle returned, rejected, damaged, or short-delivered shipments.
Maintain proper records of PODs (Proof of Delivery) and ensure timely submission.
Monitor inventory movement between warehouses, plants, customers, and other locations.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly logistics MIS reports.
Ensure compliance with company logistics procedures, safety requirements, and applicable transportation regulations.
Support continuous improvement in delivery efficiency, route planning, and logistics operations.