Deputy Manager - Logistics Intelligence

What you will do

• Cross Functional Insight & Collaboration - Translate complex analytics into actionable insights for Operations, Finance, Product & Audit stakeholders—e.g. cost leakage patterns, dispute frequency drivers, high risk lanes.
• Developing automated programs that help validate the invoices raised by our external Logistics Partners. Add significant value by critically analysing instances of billing errors that are not in sync with the rate cards and work closely with the Operations team for closure of disputes raised with logistics partner
• Build and maintain real time KPI & Control Tower Dashboard by integrating data across TMS, ERP, and external feeds.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities
• Technology & Automation Initiatives - Pilot or integrate smart data capture systems to automate invoice capture, delivery confirmations, and van reconciliation, minimizing manual errors
• Explore RPA or Gen AI agents to process billing disputes, query logistics partners, or flag anomalies automatically
• Help de-bottleneck supply operations by providing innovative finance solutions to business challenges
• Lead a team of 2-4 members and supervise interactions with logistics partner for resolving disputes and any other queries
• Collaborate with Product for strengthening financial controls in supply chain and automate new use cases.
• Oversee reconciliation of Cash collections from delivery agents. Investigate and resolve any mismatches.
• Liaison with Internal & Statutory Auditors for timely closure of audit requirements

What will you need

• Chartered Accountants
• Articleship in Big 4 preferred
• 2-3 years of post qualification experience majorly in a startup.
• Experience in Supply Chain controllership is an added advantage
• Strong business acumen with a financial inclination
• Good understanding of Accounting nuances
• Demonstrated experience in Business Partnering & external stakeholder management
• Strong bias for speed for execution
• Ability to multitask, think critically and execute tactically
• Have a proven track record of finding innovative solutions to business problems