Logistics Assistant Manager

Businesslist; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Medical coverage

Job summary

Businesslist seeks an experienced logistics professional to manage warehouse operations, 3PL/4PL relationships, and end-to-end supply planning. You will coordinate order fulfillment, inbound shipments, and inventory control while driving continuous improvement in service levels and costs.

The role requires strong analytical skills, English and Bahasa Malaysia proficiency, and a track record in ERP systems like SAP/Oracle.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of inventory management, warehousing, and supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with 3PL and 4PL providers to ensure smooth warehouse and distribution operations.
• Coordinate customer order fulfillment and inbound shipment activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor shipment status and delivery schedules to ensure on-time receipt of goods.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and stock accuracy initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify slow-moving or excess inventory for resolution.
• Manage freight, transportation, and customs clearance activities, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Review and process logistics-related invoices and ensure cost tracking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Planning

Organisational skills

Cross-functional coordination

Multi-priority management

Education

Supply chain related degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Logistics & Warehouse Operations

• Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) and fourth-party logistics (4PL) providers to ensure smooth warehouse and distribution operations.
• Coordinate customer order fulfillment and inbound shipment activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor shipment status and delivery schedules to ensure on-time receipt of goods.
• Ensure warehouse operations, goods receipt, and inventory processes are completed within agreed service levels and KPIs.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and stock accuracy initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify slow-moving or excess inventory for resolution.
• Manage freight, transportation, and customs clearance activities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Review and process logistics-related invoices and ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance logistics efficiency and operational performance.

Supply Planning & Inventory Management

• Support demand and supply planning activities to ensure product availability and optimal inventory levels.
• Review sales forecasts and inventory requirements to identify supply risks and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and planning data within relevant planning systems.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and suppliers to align supply plans with business requirements.
• Raise and manage supply issues, working proactively to minimise service disruptions.
• Create and manage purchase orders with manufacturing sites and suppliers.
• Support product launches and supply chain readiness for new products and business initiatives.
• Perform regular data validation across systems to ensure reporting accuracy and data integrity.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare regular operational and supply chain performance reports.
• Conduct analysis on inventory, logistics performance, service levels, and forecast accuracy.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making and improve operational effectiveness.
• Monitor key supply chain KPIs and identify areas for improvement.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, SOPs, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Support quality and compliance requirements related to warehousing and distribution.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Participate in operational reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of inventory management, warehousing, and supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, planning, inventory management, or related operational functions.
• Experience managing or working with 3PL and 4PL providers.
• Exposure to demand planning, inventory management, and order fulfillment processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Experience using forecasting and planning tools is advantageous.
• Experience within healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device, FMCG, or regulated industries is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective planning and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented approach
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional coordination skills

What's on Offer

• Contract: 12 Months
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Covered medical experience