Responsibilities:

Distribution & Logistics Management:

• Oversee end-to-end Distribution Center operations including receiving, storage, order processing, dispatch, and last-mile distribution to all retail outlets
• Develop and implement efficient route planning and vehicle utilization strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries
• Ensure accurate and timely outlet-wise replenishment planning based on demand, sales trends, and operational priorities

Demand & Quantity Planning:

• Lead quantity planning and allocation to ensure optimal stock availability across all outlets while minimizing stock-outs and excess inventory
• Collaborate with Commercial, Category, and Planning teams to align distribution with sales forecasts and promotional activities
• Monitor inventory levels, stock aging, shrinkage, and wastage, ensuring adherence to inventory control standards

Operational Excellence:

• Establish and implement SOPs and KPIs for Distribution Center operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and productivity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance, reduce costs, and improve service levels
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards across all Distribution Center operations

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead, develop, and manage Distribution Center teams including warehouse, planning, and logistics personnel
• Coordinate closely with retail operations, supply chain, procurement, and transport teams to ensure seamless distribution
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Reporting & Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics including delivery timelines, order fulfillment rate, inventory accuracy, and logistics costs
• Prepare operational reports and dashboards for senior management review
• Drive corrective actions to address operational gaps and improve efficiency

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 10 – 15 years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or supply chain operations in retail, FMCG, or distribution-intensive industries
• Minimum 4 – 5 years in a leadership role managing large-scale Distribution Center operations

Salary:

• BDT- 200,000 – 250,000/(based on experience)

Location:

• Dhaka, Bangladesh

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV to “hasan.mahmud@ikigaihrbd.com”, with the subject line “Head of Operations (Distribution Center)”