Cluster Manager - Dark Stores (3-15 yrs)
Role: Cluster Manager - Flipkart Minutes
Location: Chennai (On-Site)
Role Description:
As a Cluster Manager for Flipkart Minutes, Quick Commerce vertical, you will be responsible for end-to-end operations across multiple dark stores within your assigned cluster. The role requires strong leadership to drive operational excellence, ensure inventory accuracy, streamline last-mile deliveries, and maintain high customer satisfaction. You will manage Store Managers and ensure adherence to defined processes, service-level agreements (SLAs), and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple dark stores within the cluster.
- Lead and mentor Store Managers to achieve operational targets.
- Ensure inventory accuracy, timely GRN (Goods Receipt Note) completion, and execution of periodic stock audits.
- Monitor and optimize order fulfillment, route planning, and delivery efficiency.
- Drive cost-effective operations while maintaining high service levels and customer satisfaction.
- Analyze operational data to identify gaps and implement process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for smooth inventory replenishment and issue resolution.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience in operations management, supply chain, or logistics (Quick Commerce/ E-commerce preferred).
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to drive performance.
- Sound knowledge of inventory management, warehousing, and last-mile operations.
- Proficient in data-driven decision-making, reporting, and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline (MBA preferred but not mandatory).
- Proficiency in local language (Tamil) preferred for effective stakeholder management.