Operations Head - Fleet at Olam Agri

Job Description

The Operations Head in Olam Agri will be responsible for managing and optimizing end-to-end logistics operations, ensuring cost-efficient, timely, and reliable movement of goods. The role combines operational leadership with strategic planning to support business growth and service excellence.

Responsibilities

This is a dual role for managing Inhouse Fleet Operation for the wheat milling business (the largest for any wheat miller in Africa with plans for doubling this number in the next 3years ) , In addition to this the role also involves being part of the S&OP process and support in monthly volume delivery for the business via 3rd party trucks.

Fleet Management

• Deliver fleet KPIs on mileage, revenue/km, utilization, and profitability.
• Plan fleet capacity, optimize routes, and control fuel and maintenance costs.
• Ensure vehicle availability, safety, compliance, and driver performance.
• Leverage fleet technology and analytics to improve efficiency.
• Manage fleet procurement and inventory (spares, tyres, fuel) while developing vendor partnerships.

Logistics & Warehouse Management

• Align logistics operations with business and S&OP demand plans.
• Oversee transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities.
• Drive service excellence, cost optimization, and process improvements.
• Implement scalable logistics solutions to support business growth.

People Leadership

• Lead, develop, and engage logistics and fleet teams.
• Support workforce planning, hiring, and capability building.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business teams.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and commercial negotiations for optimal cost and service outcomes.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• MBA from a top-tier institute (Sales, Marketing, Operations, or Agri-business preferred).
• 8–10 years of post-MBA experience in logistics, operations, or supply chain roles.

Key Competencies

• Strong commercial and profit-center orientation.
• Proven experience managing large teams and scaling operations.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• High ownership mindset and ability to operate independently in fast-paced environments.