Head of Supply Chain (Chemical)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Director to lead end-to-end supply chain programs, regional logistics, and operational excellence across APAC, with direct visibility to senior leadership.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 10+ years of leadership in multi-site environments, and hands-on experience with SAP, Lean Six Sigma, and data governance. You will build regional capabilities, drive digital platforms, ensure compliance, and mentor cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in SCM, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering.
• 10+ years of supply chain and logistics leadership in complex international environments.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end supply chain processes, implementing core model enhancements and lean methodologies.
• Manage logistics procurement, vendor performance, and compliance across networks.
• Oversee regional customs operations, risk mitigation, and tariff/origin classifications.
• Lead data architecture and governance for master data across platforms.
• Build regional capability by developing talent and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data governance

Education

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Associate Degree/Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

about the company

An international organization is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Director to lead end-to-end supply chain strategies, regional logistics, and operational excellence initiatives. Reporting to senior leadership, this role oversees digital supply chain transformation, logistics procurement, customs compliance, and data governance within a complex matrix structure.

about the job

• Supply Chain Strategy & Operational Excellence: Direct end-to-end supply chain processes, implementing core model enhancements, digital platforms (TMS, APS, Master Data), and lean methodologies to optimize working capital and service levels.


• Logistics Procurement & Vendor Management: Manage freight and logistics tenders, contract negotiations, and service provider performance across transportation, forwarding, and warehousing networks while enforcing health, safety, and legal standards.


• Customs Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Oversee regional customs operations, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, managing risks, and driving continuous improvement in tariff and origin classifications.


• Data Governance: Lead data architecture and governance initiatives to ensure master data accuracy across vendor, customer, and material platforms.


• Organizational Leadership & Mentorship: Build regional capability by developing talent, managing cross-functional teams, and animating key user networks to drive operational standards

about the manager/team

Join a dynamic multinational business operating across the APAC region. You will lead a lean, highly agile regional team, working closely with executive leadership to drive high-impact transformation with direct visibility and minimal corporate bureaucracy.

key requiremets

• Education: Master’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering.


• Experience: 10+ years of supply chain and logistics leadership within complex, multi-site international environments.


• Methodologies & Systems: Proven proficiency with enterprise platforms (e.g., SAP), continuous improvement tools (Lean / Six Sigma), and project management execution.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Associate Degree/Diploma