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Gap Inc.

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Delhi

AI generated summary

  • You should have logistics experience in MNCs, a relevant degree, strong communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and expertise in freight operations, vendor management, and performance metrics.
  • You will manage ocean consolidation, vendor training, exception handling, air capacity, performance metrics, and communication on logistics operations to drive efficiency and mitigate risks.

Requirements

  • Experience in transportation, warehouse, or inventory management in high-volumn MNC environment (Retail, FMCG, etc.)
  • A bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply chain management, or a related field
  • Solid experience in ocean and air freight operations in multinational company will be an advantages
  • Strong understanding of logistics SOPs and the ability to communicate and implement them effectively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience in managing exceptions and coordinating with consolidators, vendors, and carriers to ensure SLAs are met
  • Proficiency in performance management, including on-time delivery, cost efficiency, forecast accuracy
  • Expertise in carrier and ocean network space planning, vendor management, and contract support
  • Analytic, problem solving and quantitative skills
  • Knowledge of databases, statistics applications, and logistics programs
  • Experienced with MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  • Proactive, motivated, flexible and highly organized

Responsibilities

  • Ocean Consolidation Operation and control tower management
  • Communicate & implement logistics SOP with internal & external stakeholders.
  • Manage exceptions and coordinate with consolidators, vendors, and carriers to ensure Service Level agreements (SLAs) are met.
  • Manage Control Tower to pro-actively identify and mitigate logistics risk; ensure Risk Register communication channel is followed.
  • Coordinate with forwarder’s Regional Control Tower and ensure their performance.
  • Manage consolidators CFS operations compliance within the managed origins to ensure the container utilization, loading hierarchy and loading requirement as per SOP.
  • Manage Factory Load compliance within the responsible origins and approve for exception.
  • Consolidator and factory training on operational requirement, CLP, loading requirements, 3PL supervision, etc.
  • Work out Holiday schedule with service providers, ensure cut-offs are reasonable with least impact to the business.
  • Performance management
  • Accountable for on-time INDC by ensuring LP, DP on-time of origins assigned.
  • Manage and own Delay Reason Code Update process, ensure ocean consolidators update Delay Reason Code timely and accurately for the origins / destinations managed by the incumbent.
  • Leading Carrier and network space planning
  • Monitor vessel space requirements and work with Forwarder Control Tower and carriers to ensure space availability, identify alternatives to balance cost and performance.
  • Suggest changes to carrier allocation, carrier service or routing change if needed to ensure DP on-time.
  • Optimize Ocean network to mitigate potential logistics risk, balance between cost and performance.
  • Communicate closely with strategic carriers to ensure sufficient capacity and equipment reserved for shipment, suggest available option to tackle space and equipment shortage.
  • Vendor management
  • Educate Vendor and service providers on logistics requirements.
  • Conduct regular factory training and maintain the factory training material.
  • Communicate closely with GIS Regional Ops Team and consolidator and monitor shipment delivery status and impact due to force majeure.
  • Ocean contract support and tracking
  • Support Ocean RFQ process by maintaining Ocean local charges table, Ocean TTP.
  • Suggest ocean carrier allocation based on historical performance and cost in the control region.
  • Air Shipment Planning and Air Forwarder Management
  • Manage the air capacity and ensure capacity is enough to meet business requirement.
  • Identify different opportunity and routing in the market to support business needs.
  • Manage and monitor air forwarder performance as per SOP / SLA.
  • Support Air RFQ process and suggest air forwarder allocation based on historical performance and cost.
  • Manage ad hoc air program or project to meet business needs.
  • Data and visibility
  • Manage the consolidator and air forwarder data performance including OC, LP, vessel name / voyage and delay reason code update trimline in GLV.
  • Support data integrality team on data exceptions and escalations.
  • Communication
  • Leading the regional communication to different stakeholders including public holiday plan, contingency and risk assessment
  • Other Responsibilities
  • Support different logistics projects and initiatives to drive operational efficiency and support business development.
  • Developing, evaluating and revising logistics policies, procedures and plans.
  • Staying up to date on the latest innovations in logistics and what competitors are implementing.
  • Addressing routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep products moving.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Sr Analyst, Logistics role at Gap Inc.?

The primary focus of this role is to oversee daily activities associated with Gap Inc.'s international shipments, including ocean and air freight, while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure exceptional service delivery and address challenges affecting transportation performance.

What are the essential responsibilities of the Sr Analyst, Logistics?

Essential responsibilities include managing ocean consolidation operations, performance management, leading carrier and network space planning, vendor management, ocean contract support, air shipment planning, data visibility, communication with stakeholders, and supporting logistics projects and initiatives.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with experience in transportation, warehouse, or inventory management in a high-volume multinational company environment. Knowledge of logistics SOPs and proficiency in performance management and vendor management is also required.

Is experience in ocean and air freight operations necessary for this position?

Yes, solid experience in ocean and air freight operations within a multinational company is considered advantageous for this role.

How critical is data analysis in the Sr Analyst, Logistics role?

Data analysis is crucial, as the role involves managing and analyzing performance data, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), and supporting data integrity to ensure the efficient operation of logistics processes.

Are there training opportunities in this position?

Yes, the role includes conducting regular training for vendors and service providers on logistics requirements and maintaining training materials for factories.

What skills are emphasized for success in this role?

Candidates should possess strong analytic, problem-solving, and quantitative skills, along with excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Organizational skills and the ability to communicate and implement logistics SOPs effectively are also highly valued.

Does Gap Inc. offer any benefits to employees?

Yes, Gap Inc. offers a competitive paid time off plan, comprehensive health coverage, wellness programs, retirement planning assistance, and various other benefits to support employees and their families.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Gap Inc. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, actively fostering belonging and equality. The company has received awards for its commitment to diversity and has been recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers.

Will I work alone or in a team environment in this role?

This role involves collaboration with both internal teams and external partners, emphasizing teamwork to achieve logistics objectives and address challenges together.

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Gap Inc.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Join our team.