Job Description: Logistics ManagerCompany: Varahi TMTDepartment: Logistics & Supply ChainExperience: 10-20 YearsLocation: Jamshedpur / Adityapur, JharkhandIndustry: Steel, Iron & Steel Manufacturing, TMT BarsJob SummaryVarahi TMT is looking for an experienced and result-oriented Logistics Manager to manage end-to-end transportation, dispatch, fleet coordination, warehousing and supply-chain operations. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of finished goods and raw materials, optimizing freight costs, improving vehicle utilization, managing transporter relationships and maintaining smooth logistics operations across the company's supply chain.The ideal candidate should have substantial experience handling bulk materials such as TMT bars, billets, sponge iron, pig iron, iron ore, iron ore pellets, coal and other steel-industry materials.Key Responsibilities1. Transportation & Logistics ManagementManage inbound and outbound transportation of raw materials and finished steel products.Plan and execute daily vehicle placement, loading, dispatch and delivery schedules.Coordinate road transportation, fleet operations, transporters and third-party logistics providers.Ensure timely delivery of TMT bars, billets, sponge iron, pig iron and other materials.Monitor vehicle movement, transit time, delivery status and transportation performance.Resolve vehicle shortages, route disruptions, transit delays and delivery-related issues.2. Freight Cost Control & NegotiationNegotiate freight rates with transporters, fleet owners and logistics service providers.Optimize transportation costs through route planning, vehicle utilization and load optimization.Analyze freight costs by product, route, destination and tonne transported.Develop competitive transporter rate contracts and service-level agreements.Monitor freight budgets, cost per tonne and transportation cost variances.Identify opportunities to reduce empty running, detention charges, demurrage and other avoidable expenses.3. Dispatch & Distribution ManagementCoordinate with sales, production, warehouse and accounts teams to execute dispatch plans.Ensure timely order processing, vehicle allocation, loading and shipment documentation.Monitor dispatch quantities, delivery commitments and customer requirements.Maintain accurate records of dispatches, e-way bills, invoices, delivery challans and proof of delivery.Manage customer delivery escalations and ensure effective resolution of logistics complaints.Improve order fulfillment and on-time delivery performance.4. Raw Material & Inbound LogisticsPlan transportation of iron ore, pellets, coal, sponge iron, pig iron, billets and other production inputs.Coordinate supplier dispatches, vehicle placement and plant material receipt schedules.Monitor weighbridge operations, gross and tare weights, transit losses and quantity discrepancies.Reconcile dispatch quantities with received quantities and investigate shortages.Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to avoid material shortages and production interruptions.5. Transporter & Vendor ManagementDevelop and maintain a reliable network of transporters and logistics partners.Evaluate transporters on freight rates, vehicle availability, safety, service quality and delivery performance.Monitor transporter documentation, vehicle fitness, insurance and statutory compliance.Resolve billing disputes, freight claims, transit damage and delivery discrepancies.Conduct regular performance reviews and develop long-term vendor relationships.6. Warehouse, Yard & Fleet CoordinationOversee coordination of loading yards, stockyards, warehouses and dispatch locations.Improve vehicle turnaround time, loading efficiency and unloading coordination.Monitor fleet utilization, vehicle detention and loading/unloading productivity.Coordinate material handling and ensure safe loading and securing of steel products.Implement procedures to reduce material damage, pilferage and handling losses.7. MIS, Reporting & TechnologyPrepare daily, weekly and monthly logistics performance reports.Track freight cost per tonne, on-time delivery, vehicle turnaround time and transporter performance.Maintain dispatch, freight, vehicle movement and delivery records.Use ERP systems, transport management systems, GPS tracking and MS Excel for logistics monitoring.Provide logistics cost analysis and operational updates to senior management.8. Safety, Compliance & Team ManagementEnsure compliance with applicable transport, road safety, vehicle loading and documentation requirements.Promote safe handling and transportation of heavy steel products and bulk materials.Lead logistics executives, dispatch coordinators, yard personnel and other team members.Establish standard operating procedures and improve operational discipline.Train staff, monitor performance and implement continuous-improvement initiatives.Educational QualificationsBachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.A diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering may also be suitable.Additional qualifications in logistics, transportation or supply-chain management are preferred.Required SkillsEnd-to-end logistics and supply-chain managementSteel-industry transportation and bulk material handlingFreight negotiation and cost optimizationTransporter development and vendor managementDispatch planning and distribution managementVehicle placement and fleet utilizationInventory, weighbridge and material reconciliationLogistics MIS, ERP, GPS and Excel reportingTeam leadership and problem-solvingCustomer coordination and delivery managementTransport documentation and statutory complianceKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Freight cost per tonneOn-time dispatch and delivery percentageVehicle placement turnaround timeVehicle utilization and reduction in empty runningLoading and unloading turnaround timeTransit loss and material damageTransporter service-level performanceFreight billing accuracy and cost varianceCustomer delivery complaintsCompliance with safety and documentation requirementsPreferred Candidate Profile10-20 years of experience in logistics, transportation or supply-chain management, preferably in the steel, iron, metals, cement or heavy manufacturing industry.Proven experience handling high-volume inbound and outbound material movement.Strong negotiation skills and established transporter relationships.Demonstrated success in reducing freight costs and improving delivery performance.Ability to manage multiple dispatch locations, transporters and logistics teams.Strong analytical, coordination and decision-making abilities.CompensationSalary will be commensurate with experience, current compensation, industry exposure and demonstrated performance.How to ApplyInterested candidates may share their updated CV to hr@varahitmt.com highlighting relevant logistics experience, industry background, current CTC, expected CTC and notice period.