Associate Manager, APAC COE (Logistic Operations)

SC Johnson; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Johnson is seeking a senior Logistics & Transportation Improvement lead to identify and implement efficiency and cost savings across warehousing and transport. You will partner with regional teams to optimize networks, benchmark costs, and drive digitization of processes.

The role requires 5+ years in Lean / Continuous Improvement within logistics, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and experience with WMS (preferably SAP HANA). It offers a permanent full-time position with regional scope in MY/PH.

Qualifications

• Lean / CI experience in logistics or supply chain operations.
• 5+ years in Lean / Continuous Improvement; FMCG experience preferred.
• ≥3 years in people management or team leadership.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Power Apps and Power BI.
• Hands-on experience with WMS, preferably SAP HANA; knowledge of AI tools for analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead major cost saving / service improvement projects in warehousing and transportation.
• Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste in warehousing processes.
• Analyze 3rd party costs and Service using Cost to Serve methods.
• Conduct regional network optimization studies with SCJ partners.
• Manage RFPs for major 3rd party logistics tenders and support tendering activities.
• Evaluate new tools/software aligned with digitization strategy.
• Own Logistics SOPs; audit program compliance and share best practices.
• Support KPI management and drive performance improvements within the team.

Skills

Lean / CI

Excel

Power Apps

Power BI

AI in analytics

CI certifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics management, Data science

Tools

WMS (SAP HANA)

AI tools platforms

Job description

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide – including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more.

The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations.

Summary

Responsible for identifying and delivering improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of Logistics and Transport Management, working closely with the cluster Logistics Operations Leads and the Regional Transportation team, and other stakeholders in Supply Chain organization. This role is flexible to be located in MY or PH subject to the shortlisted candidate.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• To lead major cost saving / service improvement projects relating to warehousing and transportation.
• To use Lean principles and tools to systematically eliminate waste in the warehousing processes.
• To support the analysis and benchmarking of 3rd party related costs and service across the Logistics & Transportation team including use of Cost to Serve methodology.
• Conduct network optimization studies in the region, working with either internal or external SCJ partners.
• To provide analytical input for the tendering or re-tendering of 3rd party services as required and project manage the RFP process for major LSP tenders.
• Evaluate new tools / software in accordance with digitization agenda of the company.
• To be the Process Owner for the Logistics SOPs used within the process framework, and to act as an auditor in an audit program across all clusters to ensure process compliance and to share best practice between countries and identify improvement opportunities.
• To support the Regional Operations Manager in the KPI management and review across the team and challenge performance against KPI's and provide Close The Loop for any off track KPI.
• To all logistics hub operations are operated in full compliance to all relevant SCJ and country legal standards regarding health and safety, environmental, dangerous goods management, transport, GEN24 and import / export regulations.
• To be partner with Customer Supply Chain to ensure the business priorities are delivered in Logistics Operations.
• Lead any Warehouse or Transportation transition projects using SCJ transition framework.
• Develop the team capability in Logistics especially in the analytical thinking and project management.
• People Management & Development:
  • Managed subordinate activities to be flexible and supportive to the whole department goal.
  • Provide good motivation and coaching subordinate to ensure effective, efficient, and accurate work process.
  • Improve the people capability by launching the training & lean program.
  • Identify talent and help them to improve their skill or performance, also develop the candidate for higher position.

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics management, Data science field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Lean / Continuous Improvement within Logistics or Supply Chain Operations. Experienced in FMCG industry is preferred
• At least 3 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Apps, and Power BI.
• Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), preferably SAP HANA.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing AI tools and technologies for supply chain analytics, process optimization, simulation, forecasting, or operational modelling.
• Professional certifications related to Lean, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or Project Management (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, APICS/CPIM, PMP, Microsoft Power Platform certifications) will be an added advantage.

Job Requirements

• Permanent – full time job
• No relocation eligibility

Benefits & Culture

SC Johnson is committed to providing a Great Place to Work for all its employees. Along with a competitive base salary, here are just some of the benefits you receive when joining the SC Johnson Family -

• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Committee that put on regular events, lunches, parties, fun days
• Family-owned company, with a family feel
• Be a member of a company championing a better world through sustainability and environmental protection measures

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.