Logistics Executive

Company Description

CEARS Logistics specializes in delivering efficient B2B logistics solutions, including advanced warehousing, primary and secondary transportation services. With over 40 years of experience, the company is a leader in streamlining supply chain operations for businesses. Operating out of key locations such as Coimbatore, Chennai, Bangalore, and Cochin.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Rasipalayam, Sulur, Coimbatore for a Logistics Executive. The Logistics Executive will be responsible for overseeing logistics operations, managing supply chain processes, and ensuring smooth transportation and delivery.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Driver Coordination:

• Oversee and assign duties to all company or contracted drivers.
• Maintain an updated driver roster with shift schedules, contact details, and route plans.
• Ensure driver compliance with safety standards, delivery protocols, and company policies.
• Monitor driver performance and provide feedback or support as needed.

Load documentation and closure responsibility

• Immediately after completion of loading, the Employee must generate the LR (Lorry Receipt) using the company’s internal tool without delay.
• The Employee must ensure that all load details are accurately updated in the shared Excel sheet.
• By the end of each month, the shared Excel sheet must be fully updated, verified, and reconciled, and submitted to management along with supporting documents.
• Incomplete entries, missing documentation, or unclosed loads without valid explanation will be considered a lapse in responsibility.

POD Management:

• Collect, verify, and maintain Proof of Deliveries from both in-house and market vehicles.
• Ensure timely submission of PODs to relevant stakeholders.
• Follow up on missing or incorrect documentation and resolve issues promptly.

Vendor & Client Coordination:

• Liaise with transport vendors, internal teams, and brand partners to ensure smooth logistics execution.
• Serve as a single point of contact for transport-related queries and escalations.
• Resolve delays, vehicle issues, or documentation discrepancies in a timely manner.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure all vehicle and driver operations are compliant with transport regulations and internal SOPs.
• Maintain accurate logs of vehicle usage, vendor performance, POD status, and billing.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Logistics Management and Supply Chain Management
• Proficiency in Customer Service and effective Communication
• Experience or ability in Sales-related tasks and fostering client relationships
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Prior experience in the logistics or supply chain sector is an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rasipalayam, Sulur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)