Logistics Executive

American President Lines; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

CMA CGM Group in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Logistics Executive to support daily empty equipment and logistics operations across depots and terminals. You will ensure container availability, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and assist East Malaysia and Brunei operations as needed.

The role requires hands-on experience in container logistics, strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Admin or related discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in logistics, shipping, container operations or equipment management.
• Experience in empty container management, depot operations, terminal coordination or transport operations is an advantage.
• Strong English and Bahasa Malaysia communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and possess own transport if required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily monitoring and reporting of MTY container stock across depots and locations.
• Assist with stock balancing and idle equipment follow-ups to minimize costs.
• Maintain accurate equipment status and movement records.
• Coordinate with depots and terminals on empty nominations, releases and returns.
• Prepare and issue Transport Orders for equipment movements and monitor completion.

Skills

Logistics experience

Empty container management

Container operations knowledge

Analytical skills

English & Bahasa Malaysia comms

Stakeholder management

Will travel

Independent working

Customer service mindset

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Admin

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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ID: 591308

Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY

Logistics Executive

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Job Summary :

To support daily empty equipment and logistics operations, including container stock management, depot and terminal coordination, equipment redelivery, on-hire, off-hire and transportation requirements. The role ensures accurate equipment availability, timely execution of operational activities and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including support for East Malaysia and Brunei where required.

Job Responsibilities :

• Support daily monitoring and reporting of MTY container stock across assigned depots and locations.
• Assist with stock balancing, positioning and follow-up of idle or excess equipment and minimize unnecessary idle time and costs.
• Maintain accurate equipment status and movement records.
• Coordinate with depots and terminals on empty nominations, releases, returns and acceptance requirements.
• Follow up on operational exceptions and ensure timely resolution or escalation.
• Support one-way redelivery, direct MTY returns and equipment positioning activities.
• Coordinate on-hire & off-hire processes with relevant depots, lessors and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and issue Transport Orders (TOs) for assigned equipment movements and close monitoring with the transportation completion process.
• Support urgent and exceptional transport requirements when operationally necessary.
• Support customs clearance and documentation requirements inclusive approvals and supporting documents for empty equipment movements, where applicable.
• Support special equipment positioning, fulfilment and exceptional movement requirements received from ARO / HO Logistics for timely execution.
• Maintain accurate and timely updates in relevant systems.
• Support resolution of EDI, GBSI and other equipment-related system exceptions.
• Prepare operational reports and information as required.
• Monitor seal inventory and coordinate supply requirements.
• Maintain relevant seal records and documentation.
• Respond to operational requests and enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Operations, Customer Service, depots, terminals, hauliers and other relevant parties on assigned matters.
• Escalate critical or unresolved operational issues to the Logistics Manager.
• Provide operational support for urgent matters to maintain business continuity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline
• Preferably 2–3 years of relevant experience in logistics, shipping, container liner operations or equipment management
• Experience in empty container management, depot operations, terminal coordination or transport operations within the container shipping industry will be an added advantage
• Candidates without the relevant academic qualifications but with strong and proven relevant industry experience may also be considered
• Good understanding of container equipment flows, depot operations, empty returns, redelivery and transport coordination is preferred
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify operational issues and follow through to resolution.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Strong coordination and stakeholder-management skills with a customer-service mindset
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly dynamic operational environment
• Good sense of urgency and ability to prioritise multiple operational requirements
• Pleasant personality, proactive approach and professional work attitude
• Willingness to travel when required and preferably possesses own transportation