Logistics Operations
- Manage end-to-end freight and distribution activities for inbound, outbound, and intercompany shipments across the Asia region.
- Oversee coordination with global and regional 3PLs, freight forwarders, and couriers. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to manufacturing sites, customers, and distribution centers
- Track and resolve logistics issues, including shipment delays, damage claims, or documentation discrepancies.
Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure all shipments comply with international trade, customs, and local regulatory requirements (e.g., Free Trade Zone, DG regulations, HS Code classification).
- Prepare, verify, and maintain shipping documents such as invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, airway bills, and K8/K1 forms.
- Liaise with internal trade compliance and customs brokers to ensure proper declarations and audit readiness
Freight and Cost Management
- Coordinate spot quotes and lane-based freight negotiations in collaboration with Logistics Procurement.
- Monitor freight cost trends and contribute to quarterly freight spend reporting and budgeting.
- Support freight bill validation and cost allocation in SAP and logistics dashboards.
Process & System Management
- Execute SAP transactions for inbound/outbound flows (e.g., MIGO, MB1B, ZASO, ZVRPANGI).
- Maintain accurate master data for shipping points, routes, and partners.
- Support ongoing enhancements to Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and 3PL integrations.
- Participate in system testing, SOP updates, and process harmonization projects.
Continuous Improvement & Projects
- Drive logistics KPIs improvement (OTD, lead time, freight spend, shipment accuracy).
- Support warehouse migration, stock transfer, and system cutover activities.
- Lead or participate in Kaizen, 5S, and CAPA initiatives to strengthen process control and compliance.
- Provide logistics support for new product launches, distribution expansions, and sustainability projects
Basic Qualifications
- 710 years of logistics experience within a regulated or manufacturing environment.
- Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field.
- 25 years of experience in team or 3PL management.
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding, import/export regulations, and DG/HazMat compliance.
- Proficient in SAP and/or other ERP/WMS systems; advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Familiar with ISO standards and local/international product handling regulations.
- Proven ability to manage logistics budgets, lead projects, and implement process improvements.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, especially in cross-border operations.
- Prior experience in managing warehouse transitions or new site start-ups.
- Familiarity with logistics operations in Johor or SingaporeMalaysia cross-border flows.
- Continuous improvement mindset with exposure to Lean/Six Sigma tools.
