Assistant Manager - Logistics

MR D-I-Y Malaysia; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Malaysia seeks a New Country Expansion Project Assistant Manager/Manager to lead logistics for international expansion projects. The role involves strategic planning, cost optimization, and compliance, requiring strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills in English. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Rapid Professional Growth

Exposure to Senior Leadership

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics, international trade, forwarding, or project management.
• Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics strategy and execution for international expansion.
• Oversee the full logistics cycle for new market entry.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics function.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

MR DIY International brings high-quality, affordable products to customers worldwide, building on its proud beginnings in Malaysia. Over the years, MR DIY has grown into a trusted household name with a global footprint of more than 4,000 stores across Asia, Europe, and beyond—including key markets such as Turkey, Spain, Poland, Bangladesh, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, India, and Cambodia.

With a dedicated team of over 20,000 employees, MR DIY International serves more than 80 million customers annually. The company is committed to delivering exceptional value and convenience, making everyday essentials and innovative products accessible to communities everywhere.

What We Offer

• Rapid Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a fast-growing international retail organization.
• Exposure to Senior Leadership: Gain direct exposure to MR DIY’s senior leadership, contributing insights to high-level decisions that drive international growth.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Job Summary

As the New Country Expansion Project Assistant Manager/Manager, you will lead the logistics strategy, execution, and optimization for international expansion projects. This role involves strategic decision-making, cost optimization, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enable smooth project execution. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills are essential to support the company's expansion goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of innovative logistics strategies to support international expansion, ensuring cost optimization, scalability, and adaptability across new markets.
• Oversee the full logistics cycle, from project initiation to market entry, ensuring smooth execution through successful launches and expansions.
• Act as a key change leader, championing new initiatives and aligning logistics operations with the company’s international expansion goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics function.
• Proactively identify and address logistics challenges in new markets, devising innovative solutions to overcome customs, regulatory, and supply chain barriers.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with procurement, finance, compliance, and operations to align logistics strategies with broader business objectives.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure flexibility and resilience in logistics operations in response to global disruptions.
• Lead logistics optimization efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support ongoing business growth.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years in logistics, international trade, forwarding, or project management.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in cost reduction, process optimization, and risk management.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills in English (Mandarin is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and strategic planning.
• Deep understanding of international trade compliance, including HS codes, customs regulations, and import/export laws.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term goals with day-to-day execution and operational efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing challenges and seizing opportunities in new markets.