Logistic Analyst

Plexus Corp.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Analyst I to enhance operational excellence in logistics. This role involves analyzing transport activities to optimize costs, supporting stakeholders in tracking shipments, and developing metrics for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, along with proficiency in essential tools like Google Workspace and MS Office. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help streamline logistics operations and ensure timely product movement across various channels. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or those with limited experience to kickstart their career in logistics.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of related experience.
• Strong analytical and project management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze transport activities to drive operational changes and reduce costs.
• Support stakeholders and coordinate with suppliers for timely shipment fulfillment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Job description

Purpose Statement: The Logistics - Analyst I is responsible for supporting logistics operational excellence and solutions that reduce transport costs for Plexus' manufacturing sites, by actively participating in logistics initiatives that ensure efficient product movement, both internationally and domestically.

Key Job Accountabilities

1. Analyze transport analysis activities that drive operational changes that reduce transport cost including but not limited managing routing guide compliance, minimizing premium freight usage, better utilization of equipment, optimal mode selection and analysis of alternative routing methods.
2. Support Regional/Site stakeholders and coordinate with suppliers and logistics service providers to track and expedite shipment to ensure on-time fulfillment, and supporting the creation and reconciliation of accurate material overhead (MOH) model for new and existing customers.
3. Support development and delivery of metrics / KPI's / dashboards. Participate in develop plans for continuous improvement flow of inbound / outbound materials between service providers and stakeholders. Proactively take action to promote timely delivery.
4. Perform administrative duties as necessary to support daily operations and transport compliance.
5. Support Customs & Trade Management and ESG activities, as necessary.

Education/Experience Qualifications

1. Requires a Bachelor's degree. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.

Other Qualifications

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
3. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage several projects at a time.
4. Proficiency in Google Workspace or MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project are required.
5. General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements

1. Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements

1. Less than 40%

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.