Gm-cluster Warehouse

Job Req ID: 46387
- Location: Chennai, IN
- Function: Commercial/ Finance
- About:

- Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

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**Role**

Cluster Warehouse & Logistics Lead

**Job Level/ Designation**

**M3 - GM**

**Function / Department**

Commercial

**Location**

Chennai

**Job Purpose**
- This role is very critical in today’s scenario. The role includes (but not limited to) handling of multiple cluster warehouses & their efficient operations for all categories
- The position handles Circle Warehousing and Logistics Operations (Capex, Opex/Marcom and SRN).
- Responsible for efficient Materials management (network equipment, Tradable, Marcom) and warehousing excellence to support network expansion and make best supply chain delivery of Tradable and Marcom to entire geography of Circle
- Responsible for management of the WH, SRN (including Repair/Return), Opex (Sales & Marketing), and all Zonal warehouses in line with organization policies
- Now with fast changing technology (2G,3G,4G, 5G) there is lot of action on network swap and efficient site return management. While rendering efficient logistics (forward & reverse) and warehousing the position also focuses on value engineering opportunities
- The key job purpose of the role is to have complete monitoring, control, reconciliation and reporting on the warehouse(s) and their inventories by adhering to the highest levels of warehouse standards on all aspects (i.e., warehousing, housekeeping, safety and security, scrap disposals etc.).
- A custodian of huge company assets, complex operations and handling of large 3PL workforce (40+)

**Key Result Areas/Accountabilities**

This position is an active enabler in the following key deliverables
- Support Huge network roll out and help telecom network modernization as per business plan
- Efficient SCM of tradable (distribution) to support Revenue generation (Kitting to Delivery). No stock outs can be afforded in the trade, in full delivery of POP and Merchandising items to enhance brand visibility

**Warehousing-**

The role requires handling of end to end warehouse management of multiple warehouse(s) in the cluster for Network, Opex (SIMs), Marcom (PoS etc.). The role has to cater to important deliverables by maintaining minimum cost, high efficiency, safety and 100% compliance to HSW
- **Managing huge Network roll-out, swap activity, consolidation of network, huge SRN transactions and scrap disposals**:

- **Maintain strict inventory controls and minimum Warehouse Residency to ensure high Inventory Turnover Ratio (ITR).**:

- **Handle multiple local transporters (sometimes politically influenced) and local unions to ensure optimum & timely availability of HSW compliant vehicles for network roll-out**:

- **Most of the workforce (going upto 50+ numbers per Circle) is less educated (low skilled and/or semi-skilled labours), still the position needs to support timely network roll out and efficient tradable supply chain.**:

- **Continuous engagement of Drivers, labourers through Trainings, team development & motivation**:

- **Often serves calls beyond duty due to business urgencies from user functions**:

- **Warehouse operations for minimum 6 days a week (and sometimes even on Sundays to meet the business requirement) - almost 12-14 hours a day**:

- **Space Management (manage more in less)**:

- **Ensure appropriate stock of SIMs to support busi