AM – Inventory Planning

3 days ago

Kannur, Kerala, India PW (PhysicsWallah) Full time

The Assistant Manager – Inventory & Dispatch will oversee centralized warehouse operations for uniforms (Academic & Non-Academic), welcome kits, and student modules, ensuring seamless distribution to 200+ offline centers across India. The role requires expertise in inventory control, dispatch planning, vendor coordination, and process improvement for efficient supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inventory Management

  • Ensure accurate stock keeping of all categories – uniforms, welcome kits, and student modules.
  • Forecast demand based on academic cycles and regional requirements.
  • Supervise cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation of physical vs. system inventory.
  • Manage replenishment planning with procurement teams.

2. Dispatch & Logistics Operations

  • Plan and execute pan-India dispatches to 150 centers within defined timelines.
  • Supervise packing, labeling, and dispatch documentation for accuracy.
  • Negotiate and coordinate with logistics/courier partners for timely delivery.
  • Monitor shipment movement, resolve escalations, and ensure zero service gaps.

3. Stakeholder Management

  • Act as SPOC for academic, non-academic, and regional teams for dispatch requirements.
  • Align with center heads on material needs and delivery schedules.
  • Manage escalations related to shortages, delays, or damages.

4. Process Compliance & Reporting

  • Implement SOPs for warehouse, inventory, and dispatch operations.
  • Track KPIs – dispatch accuracy, turnaround time, delivery adherence.
  • Prepare MIS & dashboards for management (stock movement, pending orders, aging inventory).
  • Identify areas for process optimization and cost efficiency.

Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of inventory & warehouse management systems (ERP/WMS).
  • Knowledge of pan-India logistics & dispatch planning.
  • Analytical & problem-solving skills for supply chain challenges.
  • Team leadership and vendor management capabilities.
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel / Google Sheets / MIS reporting.

Qualification & Experience:

  • Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations.
  • 4–6 years of relevant experience in inventory management & dispatch operations.
  • Prior experience in pan-India distribution (educational sector/retail/e-commerce preferred).

Interested candidates can email CV @ ankita.bhowmick@pw.live

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