Transport Control Associate

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management

In short

Volvo Group is seeking a Transport Control Associate for a 2-year contractual role in Pithampur, India. The position involves managing transport capacity, ensuring customs compliance for import/export shipments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize logistics operations within the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

Ensure seamless, compliant, and timely transport capacity management & bookings, including customs clearance of import and export shipments, and secure domestic shipments.
Manage overseas & domestic transportation of material to production facilities.
Distribute vehicles, construction equipment & Penta products to domestic & overseas dealers/customers.
Manage product transit yards and cross docks for material exports.
Execute shipments in close coordination with LSPs and internal stakeholders.
Collect forecasts and share with TQA/LSPs to secure capacity.
Collaborate on the analysis of lead time vs. cost vs transport modes.
Maintain and review KPIs with LSPs and internal stakeholders.
Ensure correct usage of transport systems such as ATLAS/ShipIT/A4D/XTR.
Escalate LSP performance issues.
Prepare SOP for customs broker and monitor their performance.
Drive continuous improvement towards duty savings and avoidance of penalties.

Requirements

2-3 Years of experience in Transport Operations/Logistics/Stake Holder communication.
Degree in Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce/Masters in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
Relevant experience in international trade, including customs clearance activities.
Knowledge of customs laws, regulations, and procedures in India.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Problem solving abilities with attention to detail and analytical skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems.
Digitalization skills including O365, Power BI & use of AI.

Desired Qualifications

Experience preferably in the automotive / Construction Equipment Industry.
Team-player and collaborator with high analytical skills.

Benefits

2-year contractual role
Opportunity to work with next-gen technologies
Collaborative teams
Make a difference on a global scale
Occasional Travel

Skills

Customs clearanceLogisticsERPO365Power BIAI

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About Volvo Group

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n

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