Manager - Logistics (Admin-HR) for Power Wave Technologies

This position encompasses three job functions including Logistics, Logistics Compliance and local tactical buyer responsibilities within India

The logistics related functions will comprise 60% of the job that include responsibility for managing logistics supplier`s performance in India as noted below

This position will interface with the local sales department and suppliers on day to day logistics activities

The role also demands for logistics audit and compliance functions for India as noted below

The tactical buying functions will comprise 40% of this position also noted below

The individual will research suppliers and prepare purchase orders of mechanical component parts primarily supporting Powerwave`s Hyderabad R&D Center

Responsibilities include procurement of high quality goods or services in the most cost effective manner

The position exercises judgement within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results, identifying creative but workable solutions, and determining appropriate actions

Frequently interacts with functional peer groups and across global regions

Manage all phases of supplier performance within India

Defines and develops operational procedures with the local India suppliers including metrics development and formal quarterly business review process

Ensure suppliers comply with operational policy and procedures

Leads development and improvement efforts of India logistics operations for high quality / low cost solutions working in conjunction with 3PL providers

Leads development and improvement efforts of department policies and procedures

Produces reliable and accurate logistics costing and data analysis related to India logistics activities

Assigns tasks and workload to external personnel to ensure optimal utilization of resources and capabilities

Audit freight invoices for logistics services related to India

Process freight invoices and interfacing with 3PLs and Finance Department for A/R related functions

Initiates freight claims when applicable and have an in-depth understanding of local transportation

Assist in providing resolutions for transportation and customs regulation issues within India that may occur

Assists in identifying needs for new training, tools and documentation for the department

Assists with projects and special reporting when needed

With minimal supervision and direction, manages Import / Export projects from initiation through completion

Develops internal and external supplier relationships as necessary

Provides training of the latest Customs regulations for local logistics and related departments, such as Purchasing, Sales, Commodity Sourcing, Demand Planning, Warehousing and external suppliers

Creates compliance programs and drives to complete projects within required timeline. The focus is on India, but can overlap into other global regions also

Provides instructions to other Powerwave sites before shipments to India occur to ensure smooth import process

Able to "translate" HS codes for Indian imports and able to assign HS codes as needed

Works with consultant attorneys, Powerwave Legal, Indian Customs and other Indian agencies to resolve pressing issues

Audits Forwarder`s couriers and Brokers logistics functions and performance to ensure compliance in terms of shipping documentation and Customs clearance. Prepares scorecards to support quarterly business reviews

Applies for binding rulings on Powerwave products

Responsible for exports and imports at all Powerwave sites in India and assists any contract manufacturer

Executes the daily purchasing activities, placing purchase orders and following up with suppliers on the commitment of deliveries

Evaluate the suppliers` performance with on-time delivery matrix

Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives

BA degree in a logistics or business discipline or equivalent work related experience