Junior Associate

About the Role

Wellversed is seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented professional to join our team as a Supply Chain & Logistics Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• Select, onboard, and manage transporters.
• Ensure adequate truck availability and optimize utilization.
• Negotiate freight rates and manage contingencies during transport disruptions.
• Plan and execute daily PO dispatch schedules.
• Ensure FIFO docking.
• Align reverse pickups.
• Prevent dry-outs or suppressed sales through proactive planning.
• Manage end-to-end logistics execution issues, including loading, decantation, enroute delays, diversions, accidents, off-spec material, and quality & quantity discrepancies with timely escalation.
• Monitor daily and monthly performance of logistics service providers.
• Handle escalations and drive continuous process and network improvements using logistics SaaS platforms.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and safety norms.
• Support accident and incident investigations.
• Manage marine insurance and dispute closure.
• Handle EXIM-related logistics where applicable.
• Coordinate with sales, terminals, transporters, and HO teams.
• Ensure timely POD closure.
• Publish accurate logistics MIS reports.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Excel / Google Sheets (basic to intermediate proficiency).
• Logistics SaaS platforms.

Qualifications

• Patience and the ability to manage relationships with last-mile logistics partners.
• Strong active listening skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent email writing and verbal communication skills.
• 3 months - 5 Years of work experience in logistics, supply chain, or distribution.