AVP – Logistics

About DAG

Established in 1993, DAG is one of South Asias leading art companies, with a collection spanning Indian art from the 18th to the 21st centuries. Through exhibitions, publications, research-led initiatives, and museum collaborations, DAG works to expand public engagement with Indian art and deepen its understanding. Operating across both commercial and non-commercial contexts, the company is committed to bringing Indian art into sustained public view while advancing scholarship, cultural discourse, and institutional collaboration.

About the job

DAG is seeking an AVP Logistics to oversee the movement and operational coordination of artworks, exhibitions and related materials across domestic and international projects.

The role is suited to candidates with strong operational and coordination capabilities, attention to detail, and an understanding of fine-art logistics, museum-grade handling and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

Logistics & Transportation

• Plan, manage and oversee the domestic and international transportation of artworks, exhibitions, publications and related materials.
• Oversee the movement, packing, crating, installation and transportation of artworks in accordance with museum and international conservation standards.
• Assess and recommend appropriate shipping methods, routing and carriers based on cost, timelines, security and conservation requirements.
• Coordinate and track interstate, intrastate and international shipments to ensure timely execution.
• Monitor logistics performance, delivery timelines, transportation costs and service quality.
• Work closely with Curatorial, Exhibitions, Collections, Restoration, Publications and Sales teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain a strong network of domestic and international logistics and specialist fine-art service providers.
• Negotiate commercial terms and service agreements to achieve optimal cost, quality and reliability.
• Evaluate vendor performance and establish contingency arrangements to mitigate operational risks.
• Ensure all external partners operate in accordance with DAGs standards and values.

Compliance, Documentation & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations relating to transportation, customs, GST, export-import requirements, insurance and cultural property movement.
• Maintain accurate shipping, customs and regulatory documentation for domestic and international consignments.
• Coordinate insurance requirements, claims and incident reporting where required.
• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Monitor logistics expenditure and identify opportunities for cost optimisation without compromising service standards.
• Prepare periodic MIS reports and operational updates for management review.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for logistics-related activities.

Skills Requirements

• Strong operational and coordination capabilities.
• Knowledge of logistics, transportation and regulatory processes.
• Familiarity with museum-grade handling and conservation standards.
• Strong organisational and vendor management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines efficiently.

Experience Required: 13 to 15 Yrs

To Apply

Please send your updated CV to:teamhr@dagworld.com

Subject line: Application AVP Logistics

Deadline: 15 July 2026