Assistant Manager, Distribution Center Security (Shah Alam)

Assistant Manager, Distribution Center Security (Shah Alam)

Manage and lead overall Security Department and take charge on overall operations, efficiency, and effectiveness of all security personnel as well as implement theft prevention initiatives in site. Safeguard and secure our company business, properties, employees, and stakeholders by enforcing site security concept and procedures, assist as well as loss prevention initiatives. Manage Security Systems effectively, assist safety enforcement and Country Security Manager when needed.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Manage, develop, and deploy effectively overall in-house security and outsource security to meet company’s security and loss prevention objectives.
2. Establish and implement Site Security Concept and procedures to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors in accordance with company policies, rules, and regulations.
3. Review, enhance and improve site security concept and procedures when required to mitigate ongoing security risks and gaps in our company.
4. Manage effectively Integrated Security Systems such as CCTV, VMS, Access Control System, Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Emergency Door Alarm, Key Management, Boom Gates, and Badging System.
5. Attend TAPA FSR Training and be active as TAPA Authorized Auditor to ensure SADC Site implements and maintains TAPA A requirement standards.
6. Develop tactics and strategies for effective and meaningful deployment of security personnel in preventing crime and generally maintaining public order.
7. Conduct audits, annual site risk assessments, investigate and recommend corrective measures to site management on security findings/gaps as part of theft and loss prevention initiatives.
8. Supervise, motivate, and develop Security subordinates (in-house and outsource) to achieve the departmental goals through the set of values of the company.
9. Work closely with Site Management, Regional Functions and Country Security Manager to ensure alignment with Global and Site Security Requirements and Policies.
10. Establish and maintain liaison with relevant Government agencies (Police, Fire brigade, etc.) for security and safety purposes. Establish and maintain network within security managers and Local Community of security heads for exchanging security intelligence and latest information.

Job Requirements:

1. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Law Enforcement, or related field.
2. Minimum 5–7 years of experience in security operations, preferably in a distribution center, warehouse, or logistics environment.
3. Experience handling Integrated Security Systems (e.g., CCTV, Access Control, IDS, VMS, etc.).
4. Familiar with risk assessment and security audits, with a track record of implementing corrective actions.
5. Strong leadership and people management skills – ability to lead and motivate both in-house and outsourced teams.
6. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially with internal stakeholders and external authorities (e.g., Police, Fire Dept).