Assistant Logistics Manager, MY Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Unilever; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking an experienced Assistant Logistics Manager to lead logistics operations in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves managing 3PL warehouse activities, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have logistics experience, strong relationship management skills, and familiarity with SAP. This full-time position offers the opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive organization that values each individual's unique contributions.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in logistics, warehousing, or distribution operation.
• Experience managing relationships with direct customers and 3PL.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics operations for 3PL warehouse and distribution.
• Drive efficiency and savings in logistics capabilities.
• Manage day-to-day inventory operations and stock counts.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations and continuous improvement.

Skills

Logistics experience

Relationship management

Analytical skills

People management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Join us as Assistant Logistics Manager, MY

• Location: Unihome Malaysia Office

• Terms & Conditions: Full-time role

Warehouse and Distributions

• Lead and manage Malaysia Third Party Logistic (3PL) warehouse and distribution operations.

• Drive Logistics capabilities and operations efficiency leading to deliver savings and warehousing and transport service levels/ loss reduction.

• Determine the readiness level of the business for the upcoming changes, uncovered readiness gaps and create and implement the action plan.

• Provide field support on the transportation, goods acceptance, refusal and return phase.

• Develop effective relationships with the 3PL warehouse and the industry.

Stakeholders

• Develop the logistics network knowledge and build market insights that would drive effective trade‑off decisions on the services and costs.

Inventory Management

• Manage stock counts and day‑to‑day inventory operations.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement Plans

• Maintain responsibility for performing all duties in compliance with related legal/statutory, regulations, professional duties, responsibilities and obligations, including insurances.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize performance, customer satisfaction, value and profit.

• Plan and implement the budget, and manage P&L.

Key Stakeholders

Internal:

• Demand & Supply Planning team, Logistics, Customer Development.

External

• Third‑party logistics (3PL) Warehouses, 3PL Transporters and industry stakeholders.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Experience specialized in logistics, warehousing or distribution operation.

• Experienced in direct customers and 3PL relationship management.

• Working knowledge of SAP system will be a plus.

• Sound knowledgeable and familiar with Lean and Six Sigma.

• Robust analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Well‑developed people management skills.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.