Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

About the job

Hiring: Supply Chain & Logistics Manager (India | Global Operations) Knoxx Foods is looking for a high ownership operator to take complete control of execution across our international sourcing and logistics network. The Role: This is not a coordination role. This is a control tower role. You will own end-to-end execution across: • Supplier coordination & production planning • International shipments & freight management • Import/export documentation & compliance • Delivery into Australia and other markets You will be the single point of accountability ensuring goods move on time, in full, and without surprises. Important: If you need a brief for your day-to-day activities or require supervision, please don’t apply because this role demands independent thinking, decision-making, and complete ownership. What you will be responsible for: • Managing suppliers and ensuring production timelines are met • Planning and executing shipments from origin to destination • Working directly with: • Shipping lines • Freight forwarders • Clearing agents • Ensuring accuracy of all export/import documentation • Driving compliance with Australian BICON requirements, US FDA standards and European import regulations • Optimising container utilisation and shipment planning • Aligning supply with demand and maintaining inventory flow • Coordinating remotely with the Australia-based warehouse team Shipping & Freight Expertise Expertise (Essential) • Strong hands-on experience working with shipping lines and freight forwarders • Deep understanding of: • Booking processes and documentation • Vessel schedules and transit planning • Cut-offs, rollovers, and delay management • Ability to negotiate freight rates and optimise shipping costs • Capability to independently manage shipments end-to-end (not just coordinate) Tech & Systems Mindset (Critical) We are looking for someone who is: • Highly tech-savvy and systems-driven • Comfortable working with ERP/WMS platforms • Capable of building: • Dashboards • Tracking tools • Process automation • Focused on improving visibility, control, and efficiency You should not just use systems, you should improve and evolve them. Who This Role is For: • 10–15+ years in supply chain, logistics, or international trade • Strong experience in exports to Australia (mandatory) • Exposure to US / European markets (preferred) • Background in food, FMCG, or commodity supply chains (preferred) • Proven ability to manage end-to-end supply chain execution • Someone who thrives in a high ownership, low supervision environment Location & Travel: • Based Bangalore, India • Periodic travel to supplier locations and Australia Why Join Knoxx Foods: • Own and build a global supply chain function • Work directly with international suppliers and partners • High-impact role with real decision-making authority • Be part of a fast-growing, quality-driven business If you are someone who takes ownership, solves problems, and delivers without being managed, we’d like to speak with you.