Logistics & Materials Assistant Manager — Lean & Kanban

Berjaya Corporation; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Berjaya Corporation in Johor Bahru is seeking a Distribution & Logistics Assistant Manager to oversee daily logistics and warehouse operations, ensuring smooth material flow to production. The role requires strong leadership and extensive experience in inbound/outbound logistics and inventory control.

You will lead a team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance across a busy automotive-related supply chain in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in logistics, warehouse, or supply chain operations, preferably in automotive manufacturing.
• Proven experience in warehouse operations, inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, and material planning.
• Proficient in ERP/WMS systems; AutoCount ERP experience is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of automotive production material flow, FIFO, Lean, and Kanban practices.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and team management skills.
• Ability to drive process improvement and cost optimisation.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storage, material handling, line feeding, and deliveries.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, FIFO compliance, and timely material supply to production.
• Coordinate with suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Monitor logistics KPIs, inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and operational performance.
• Lead manpower planning, team performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement Lean, Kanban, and process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards.
• Support stock audits, resolve logistics issues, and minimise operational disruptions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team management

Communication

Coordination

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Admin / Engineering

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

AutoCount ERP

Job description

Berjaya Corporation in Johor Bahru is seeking a Distribution & Logistics Assistant Manager to oversee daily logistics and warehouse operations, ensuring smooth material flow to production. The role requires strong leadership and extensive experience in inbound/outbound logistics and inventory control.

You will lead a team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance across a busy automotive-related supply chain in Malaysia.