About the Role

Introduction – 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced logistics and supply chain professional to play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth stock movement and operational efficiency within the Manufacturing division. As part of the Tech & Ops function, this role supports OUP’s mission of operational excellence by enabling seamless warehousing, inventory flow, and timely supply chain execution.
You will be joining a collaborative environment where cross‑functional teamwork, continuous improvement, and business impact are central to the culture. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys challenges, values accuracy, and thrives in a fast‑paced supply chain setup.

Opportunity – 

In this role, you will:

• Manage primary logistics, printer stock movements, and stock receipt facilitation at warehouses.
• Optimize freight costs and oversee FTL/PTL management, turnaround times (TAT), and transit tracking.
• Maintain daily MIS of stock call‑outs, stock movement, and tracking updates.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to support business operations effectively.
• Handle the call‑outs process, including sending Advance Shipment Notes and releasing inbound purchase orders to warehouses.
• Ensure vehicle placement and utilization, cost optimization, and timely deliveries.
• Monitor supplies, track stock movement, and ensure timely inwarding at warehouses.
• Update MIS reports on call‑out movements, stock‑in‑transit status, and call‑out performance.
• Escalate stock damages, faulty stock issues, and short/excess receipt cases to suppliers.
• Support direct shipments, billing, and related supply chain activities.
• Verify supplier invoices for accuracy.

Impact:

Your work directly influences supply chain efficiency, stock accuracy, operational cost optimization, and overall Manufacturing performance—making you a key contributor to enabling business continuity and reliable product availability.

About You

Essential Criteria

• 4–5 years of experience in Logistics Management, Supply Chain, or Warehousing.
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM Module.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams (Manufacturing, Inventory/Supply Chain, Warehouse, Finance).
• Solid understanding of transit documentation, GST, E‑way bills, etc.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (formulas, tools), and ability to maintain MIS and PPT reports.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments with enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Desirable Criteria

• Graduate with a Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain.
• Experience in FMCG, Retail, or Publishing supply chain or warehousing environments.

Queries

For any questions related to this role, please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com.