About Business:
Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.
Job Purpose:
The Inbound Incharge is responsible for managing the end-to-end inbound logistics operations, coordinating the arrival of materials by road, rail, and sea. The role includes overseeing vessel arrival planning, customs clearance, container movements, and unloading processes at the plant. This position ensures seamless coordination with internal teams, third-party surveyors, and vendors, while maintaining compliance with documentation, insurance, and payment processes. The Inbound Incharge will also manage resource allocation, system booking, and container surrender while ensuring timely vendor payments.
Inbound In-charge - Copper Operations
Vessel Arrival Plan Coordination:
•Coordinate with the sourcing team to plan and schedule vessel arrivals for material deliveries via road, rail, or ship.
•Ensure timely communication with transport providers, port authorities, and internal stakeholders to avoid delays.
•Monitor the availability of transport resources (trucks, railcars, etc.) to ensure smooth movement of containers to the plant.
•Manage contingency plans for delays in vessel arrival or transport availability.
Customs Clearance and Documentation:
•Oversee all customs clearance processes, including duty payments and ensuring the submission of accurate documentation for inbound shipments.
•Liaise with customs authorities, shipping lines, and ports to obtain necessary permissions for container lifting.
•Manage all payments related to customs clearance, shipping line fees, and other port charges.
•Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations for inbound shipments, including documentation accuracy and timely submission.
Container Movement (Yard to Plant):
•Manage the movement of containers from the port or rail yard to the plant, coordinating with transport providers.
•Ensure proper scheduling of container movements to minimize delays and optimize resource usage.
•Monitor container tracking and ensure timely delivery from the yard to the plant gate.
Unloading and Inspection:
•Supervise the unloading of containers at the plant, ensuring compliance with gate entry, security checks, and weighment procedures.
•Coordinate with third-party surveyors to witness unloading and verify the quality and quantity of incoming materials.
•Ensure all incoming materials meet quality standards and are properly documented during the unloading process.
•Address any discrepancies or quality issues with vendors or internal teams promptly.
Resource and Workforce Management:
•Allocate and manage resources, including personnel, transport vehicles, and unloading equipment, to ensure smooth inbound operations.
•Ensure the availability of adequate manpower and tools for efficient unloading and container movement activities.
•Monitor workforce performance, ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards.
Insurance Management:
•Oversee insurance claims for any damage or loss during inbound transport, liaising with insurers and surveyors as needed.
•Ensure all inbound materials are adequately insured, and claims are processed in a timely manner.
•Coordinate with vendors and transporters to document and report any incidents affecting insured cargo.
System Accounting (System Booking):
•Ensure accurate and timely booking of all inbound materials in the system, maintaining inventory records.
•Coordinate with the accounting and finance teams to ensure the reconciliation of incoming materials and system bookings.
•Track incoming shipments and update the system to reflect the actual quantity and quality of materials received.
Container Surrender (Deposit):
•Ensure timely surrender and return of containers to the shipping line, avoiding demurrage charges.
•Manage the documentation and deposit process for container returns, coordinating with shipping lines and port authorities.
•Monitor container movement to ensure prompt release after unloading, minimizing container retention time.
Vendor and Payment Management:
•Manage vendor relationships related to inbound logistics, including transporters, shipping lines, and customs agents.
•Ensure timely payment of vendors, verifying invoices against services provided (transport, customs clearance, etc.).
•Negotiate and manage service contracts with vendors to ensure cost-effective and reliable services.
•Monitor vendor performance and address any service or payment-related issues proactively.
Data Analytics and Dashboard Reporting:
•Create and manage dashboards to track key inbound logistics metrics, including container movements, customs clearance times, unloading efficiency, and vendor performance.
•Use data analytics to identify patterns and trends in inbound operations, helping to optimize resource allocation and improve overall efficiency.
•Provide regular reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), operational bottlenecks, and cost metrics.
•Leverage digital tools to automate data collection and reporting, improving decision-making processes and visibility across the logistics chain.
Key Stakeholders - Internal:
•Production Team
•Operations Team
•Maintenance Team
•Procurement Team
Key Stakeholders - External:
•Transporters and Contractors
•Government and Regulatory Authorities
•Vendors and Suppliers
•Railway and Port Authorities
•Customers (Domestic and International)
•Shipping Companies and Freight Forwarders
•Insurance Providers
Education Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field
Advanced degrees like an MBA in Logistics, Operations, or related disciplines would be a plus.
Work Experience (Range of years):
Minimum 10-12 years of experience in logistics management, with at least 5 years in a lead role within the mining, metals, or heavy industries sector.
