Logistics Specialist

Dow · Manufacturing & Industrial

Navi Mumbai (IND)
On-site
Posted yesterday
Apply by 13 Nov
Operations & Supply Chain

About the job

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role

As a Logistic Specialist, In this role, you will apply your logistics knowledge, technical expertise, and operations experience to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective logistics operations. You will identify and resolve day-to-day operational and equipment issues while implementing improvement opportunities that enhance process performance, reliability, service, and cost. You will collaborate with technical advisors, logistics operations teams, procurement, third-party logistics providers, and global stakeholders to optimize logistics processes and resolve operational challenges. You will also support advanced troubleshooting, quality investigations, trade lane activities, and the implementation of operational best practices. Success in this role requires a solid understanding of logistics and supply chain practices, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to work effectively across different priorities and stakeholders. This is an individual contributor role with no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Utilize logistics and operational expertise to resolve process and equipment issues, improving performance, reliability, safety, and service.

Collaborate with technical, operations, and global teams to optimize logistics processes and resolve shipment-related issues.

Perform advanced troubleshooting, support continuous improvement, and implement operational best practices.

Manage third-party logistics providers, carriers, and trade lane activities, ensuring contractual requirements and service expectations are met.

Support quality investigations, corrective and preventive actions, and resolve customer or internal product quality and service incidents.

Provide logistics expertise for procurement tenders and operational improvements, ensuring performance aligns with business objectives for cost, service, safety, and reliability.

Qualifications

University degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.

More than 3 years of relevant experience in a Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or Manufacturing environment.

Practical understanding of logistics operations, supply chain processes, and operational problem-solving.

Experience working with internal stakeholders and external logistics service providers.

Proficiency in computer applications and the ability to analyze operational information and data.

Your Skills

Logistics & Supply Chain Knowledge: Strong understanding of logistics processes, transportation operations, trade lanes, and supply chain principles.

Problem Solving & Analytical Skills: Ability to identify root causes, analyze operational data, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

Customer & Stakeholder Focus: Ability to understand customer needs and collaborate effectively with operations, procurement, technical teams, carriers, and logistics service providers.

Communication & Teamwork: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams.

Initiative & Prioritization: Proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure. Continuous Improvement

Technical Proficiency: Ability to implement best practices, improve operational efficiency, and effectively use computer applications and supply chain systems.

Additional Notes

This position is an individual contributor role and does not have direct people-management responsibilities.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional and global teams as well as third-party logistics providers.

The position may involve managing time-sensitive logistics issues, customer service incidents, transportation disruptions, and operational priorities.

The individual is expected to follow established procedures and operating practices while identifying opportunities to strengthen or improve existing processes.

Strong emphasis is placed on safety, operational reliability, customer service, cost effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. - Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). - Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.

Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.

Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

Competitive yearly vacation allowance.

Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.

On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).

Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.

Additionally, some of our locations might offer: - Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)

Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)

Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd

Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.

A Great Place to Work® Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment . We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com .

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