AM/DM- Logistics Decarbonization

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd is seeking an AM/DM for Logistics Decarbonization. This role involves collaborating with logistics and supply chain teams to implement carbon reduction measures, monitor emissions, develop business cases for alternative fuels, and support decarbonization strategies. The position requires interaction with various internal and external stakeholders and focuses on overcoming challenges like data visibility and resistance to change. The job is based in India.
JOB Description



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PRINCIPAL



ACCOUNTABILITIES



(List the accountabilities associated with the job.)



Work with logistics team and supply chain team to:

§ Identify, evaluate and implement carbon reduction measures across logistics value chains



§ Support in monitoring logistics emission intensity metrics, Logistics Service Provider benchmarking on actual vs targets



§ Develop business cases for adoption of alternative fuels / zero-emission vehicles (EVs, CNG, CBG, LNG, Biofuels, Hydrogen, etc.), and support infrastructure



§ Work with logistics, plant operations, and sustainability teams to integrate decarbonization roadmap into logistics strategy and vendor selection



§ Conduct techno-commercial studies and sensitivity analysis for transition solutions



§ Coordinate pilot projects for new technologies and assess scalability



§ Track and report decarbonization performance KPIs and support audit and disclosure requirements



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MAJOR



CHALLENGES



(Describe the major challenges you face on an on-going basis in carrying out your job.)



This profile will work closely with various stakeholders to overcome the following broad challenges:



§ Limited data visibility across networks and multiple Logistics Service Providers



§ Volatility in fuel markets and evolving green fleet economics



§ Resistance to change from transport partners and internal operating teams



§ Infrastructural gaps for green fleet



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DECISIONS



(Mention the key decisions taken by job holder at his end and the decisions for which the job holder goes to superior with options and recommendations or seek approval).



Major data backed decisions expected from this profile are:

§ Prioritization of decarbonization opportunities



§ Selection of routes, warehouses, TVPs, hubs, suppliers, Charging Point Operators (CPOs), green fuel stations for green logistics providers



§ Recommendation of technology partners, OEMs, or service providers



§ Finalization and monitoring of emission calculation methodologies, and data validation standards



§ Approval of logistics optimization models and intervention monitoring framework



4.



INTERACTIONS



(The key working relationships or routine contacts a job holder needs to have INSIDE and OUTSIDE the organization to accomplish the job.)



Internal Clients



Roles you need to interact with inside the organization to enable success in your day-to-day work



§ PACCL / Supply Chain



§ Plant Operations / Control



§ Production Engineering



§ Plant Utility



§ Finance



§ Sustainability



External Clients



Roles you need to interact with outside the organization to enable success in your day-to-day work



§ Logistics Service Providers



§ Vehicle OEMs, Fleet Operators, Financiers



§ Fuel and Energy Suppliers (EVs, CPOs, CNG, CBG, LNG, Hydrogen, etc.)



§ Industry Associations



§ Technology partners (Telematics, etc.)



§ Government or Regulatory agencies (schemes, incentives, compliances, etc.)



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DIMENSIONS



(List the significant numerical data which will reflect the scope and scale of activities concerning this job).



Financial Dimensions



(These should be quantifiable numerical amounts like annual budgets, project costs, annual revenue, purchase value etc.)



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Other Dimensions



(Indication of some of the significant volumes associated with the job like number in team/ staff handled etc).



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6. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE



(State the minimum acceptable proficiency for this job which best indicates the education and/or experience requirements of this job and not the incumbent).



Educational Qualifications



Desirable qualifications:

§ MBA (Supply Chain / Logistics)



§ BTech – Mechanical / Automobile



Desirable certifications:

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Green / Sustainable Logistics



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Net Zero Supply Chain & Logistics Decarbonization



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GHG Accounting



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Sustainability reporting



Desirable Experience:

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4 – 6 years



Desirable Companies:

(not limited to the following)



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Flipkart / Big Basket



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Billion E / Pickkup / Switch Mobility



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Amazon Logistics / Mahindra Logistics



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EKA Mobility / Montra Electric



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Tata Motors / Ashok Leyland



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Kalyani Powertrain / Blue Energy