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SANJOY BHADRA
NATIONAL HEAD– SECONDARY
LOGISTICS, WAREHOUSING AND
CUSTOMER SERVICE, IB GROUP
Elevate Supply Chain
Management to
Best-in-Class Status
G
enesis and Operations
IB Group was founded 1985 with a vision to serve the
nation with high-quality protein. From its inception,
the company has focussed on innovation, quality and
sustainability. Through dedicated eforts and a commitment to excellence, we have steadily grown our
presence in the market.
IB Group9s growth trajectory can be attributed to quality,
innovation, quality, robust network, eïcient logistics and customer
Service. Over the years, we have built a reputation which has
resonated well with our customers.
Building a Flexible Supply Chain
Having a nexible logistics and supply chain management (SCM)
model is crucial for adapting to unexpected changes in the business
environment and maintaining operational resilience. Here are key
aspects of a nexible supply chain:
* Agility: Ability to quickly adjust distribution, utilise alternative
transportation modes, and manage dynamic inventory.
* Visibility: Real-time visibility across the entire supply chain,
including inventory levels and transportation status.
* Collaboration: Building strong relationships with clearing and
forwarding agents (C&F), third-party logistics (3PL) service
providers, and transporters to ensure efective communication
and coordination during disruptions.
* Risk Mitigation: Proactively identifying and mitigating logistics
risks through effective vendor management, diversifying
transporters and 3PL providers, and implementing contingency
planning.
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Starting as a Management Trainee at EXIDE, Sanjoy Bhadra gained diverse
experience across India in planning, operations, and plant logistics. He
quickly progressed to Assistant Manager- Logistics Planning for the 2WH
batteries segment, implementing digital inventory tools and streamlining
processes. Promoted to National Planning Coordinator, he oversaw primary
dispatch planning nationwide for 2WH and Automotive batteries. Bhadra
then became Regional Logistics Manager for South India, stabilising FJCP
toll, overseeing warehouse mergers, and leading infrastructure projects like
Hyderabad Mother Warehouse. Post-GST implementation, Bhadra coordinated
stakeholder efforts and introduced the “Handheld Scanner System” for
battery tracing, and automated GRN at the Hyderabad mother warehouse—a
first for EXIDE in India. Transitioning to Britannia as Zonal Logistics Head
for Central India, he optimised operations, reduced delivery times, and
managed stock discrepancies. Bhadra established a modern warehouse in
BIHTA (Bihar), acknowledged by Bihar’s Industrial Minister, and resolved
operational challenges in Ranchi amidst political and labour issues. In his
current capacity at IB Group, Bhadra focusses on warehouse consolidation
and digitisation, continuing his drive for logistical innovation. Edited excerpts
by UPAMANYU BORAH…
Pioneering Versatility in Supply Chain Excellence
Addressing supply chain challenges necessitates strategic planning,
technological innovation, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous
improvement initiatives. Proactive identiocation and resolution of
these challenges enable companies to boost supply chain eïciency,
cut costs, and maintain high customer satisfaction levels.
For instance, rising fuel prices increase transportation costs,
impacting company proots. Simply negotiating with vendors isn9t
a sustainable solution; instead, fostering long-term collaborative
relationships is key. Implementing a Transport Management System
(TMS) and real-time tracking minimises operational expenses and
enhances delivery eïciency.
