Assistant General Manager-Logistics

Rain Carbon Inc. (RCI) is a global leaders and innovators in the production of raw materials critical to worldwide users of carbon products and advanced materials, including producers of aluminum, steel, titanium dioxide, coatings, plastics, concrete and tires.
 

We are a resourceful, reliable and responsible partner who transforms the byproducts of other industries into essential ingredients for a wide range of industrial processes and products. With more than 150 years of experience and an eye toward the future, we continually discover ways to bring new value to all the industries we serve.

We build collaborative, long-term relationships and ensure our customers’ market success by delivering consistent high-quality products and customized product solutions. Rain Carbons operations have an exceptional track record of reliability and a culture of responsibility to our  customers, suppliers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Experience: 12-15+ Years
Industry Preference: Metals, Mining, Cement, Fertilizer, Bulk Commodities, Manufacturing, Ports & Logistics

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented logistics professional to lead end-to-end Plant Logistics Operations. The role will be responsible for managing Import, Export, Rail, Road, and Port Logistics while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and best-in-class safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complete inbound and outbound logistics operations for the plant.
• Manage Import and Export logistics including shipping, documentation, customs coordination, and cargo movement.
• Oversee Rail Logistics including rake planning, loading/unloading, wagon utilization, and liaison with Railway authorities.
• Manage Road Transportation operations, fleet deployment, transporter performance, and dispatch planning.
• Drive Port Operations including vessel planning, cargo evacuation, stevedoring, and coordination with Port Authorities.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, statutory, customs, railway, transport, and environmental requirements.
• Develop strong relationships with Port Authorities, Railways, Customs, Shipping Lines, Government Agencies, and Logistics Service Providers.
• Drive logistics cost optimization, service improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Lead contract management, vendor performance management, and stakeholder engagement.

Safety Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture across logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with EHS standards across Port, Rail, Road, Warehousing, and Cargo Handling activities.
• Lead safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Drive transporter safety programs, defensive driving initiatives, and contractor safety compliance.
• Ensure achievement of safety KPIs with a focus on Zero Harm and Zero Major Incidents.

Desired Profile

• Graduate in Engineering / Logistics / Supply Chain / Commerce. MBA preferred.
• Minimum 12-15 years of experience in large-scale multimodal logistics operations.
• Strong expertise in Port Operations, Railway Logistics, Road Transportation, Import & Export Logistics, and Compliance Management.
• Excellent liaisoning, negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Exposure to SAP/ERP systems will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

✔ End-to-End Logistics Management
✔ Port & Shipping Operations
✔ Railway Operations & Rake Management
✔ Import & Export Logistics
✔ Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
✔ Safety & Risk Management
✔ Cost Optimization & Process Improvement
✔ Vendor & Contract Management
✔ Leadership & Team Management

• RAIN CII Carbon (Vizag) Limited, DTA, Scindia Road, Naval Base (Post), Visakhapatnam- 530 014.