Assistant Logistics Manager

Jobstreet Malaysia; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking an Assistant Logistics Manager responsible for overseeing end-to-end logistics operations supporting bakery and pastry production. The role ensures timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods, maintains product freshness, and coordinates with production, warehouse, and delivery teams. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Logistics or related fields and experience in FMCG or food production. Strong leadership and scheduling skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG, food production, bakery, or distribution logistics preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene handling standards.
• Strong scheduling and coordination skills.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, time-sensitive production environments.
• Basic computer and logistics system proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily logistics operations aligned with bakery production schedules.
• Coordinate inbound raw material deliveries to prevent production disruption.
• Oversee dispatch of finished bakery and pastry products to outlets/customers.
• Ensure proper handling, temperature control, and hygiene compliance during transport.
• Optimize delivery routes to maintain product freshness and minimize delays.
• Monitor inventory flow between production, warehouse, and distribution.
• Supervise logistics staff, drivers, and dispatch coordination.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, company SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage logistics costs, vehicle utilization, and maintenance scheduling.
• Address delivery issues, customer complaints, and urgent distribution needs.
• Track logistics KPIs and prepare operational reports.
• Identify improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Production coordination

Time-critical delivery planning

Food safety awareness

Team leadership

Problem solving

Operational efficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Food Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end logistics operations supporting bakery and pastry production. This role ensures timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods, maintains product freshness and quality during transport, and coordinates closely with production, warehouse, and delivery teams to support daily manufacturing schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily logistics operations aligned with bakery production schedules
• Coordinate inbound raw material deliveries to prevent production disruption
• Oversee dispatch of finished bakery and pastry products to outlets/customers
• Ensure proper handling, temperature control, and hygiene compliance during transport
• Optimize delivery routes to maintain product freshness and minimize delays
• Monitor inventory flow between production, warehouse, and distribution
• Supervise logistics staff, drivers, and dispatch coordination
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, company SOPs, and regulatory requirements
• Manage logistics costs, vehicle utilization, and maintenance scheduling
• Address delivery issues, customer complaints, and urgent distribution needs
• Track logistics KPIs and prepare operational reports
• Identify improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Food Manufacturing, or related field
• Experience in FMCG, food production, bakery, or distribution logistics preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene handling standards
• Strong scheduling and coordination skills
• Leadership and team management capability
• Ability to work in fast-paced, time-sensitive production environments
• Basic computer and logistics system proficiency

Key Competencies

• Production coordination
• Time-critical delivery planning
• Food safety awareness
• Team leadership
• Problem solving
• Operational efficiency