Logistics Specialist

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Malaysia to manage import/export, customs clearance, warehousing and transport, ensuring KPIs and regulatory compliance for Atotech Malaysia.

You will coordinate with Sales, CS team and Planners, oversee 3PL performance, drive cost-saving initiatives, and act as a local representative for government and customs matters, including Singapore backup. Strong knowledge of SAP logistics and English communication are required, with a bachelor’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field.
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• Manage import/export, customs clearance, warehouse, and transport operations to meet KPIs.
• Monitor 3PL vendors invoices for accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance (IMDG, IATA, road transport, customs, licenses).
• Initiate cost saving programs such as route optimization and shipment consolidation.
• Coordinate with government officials for import/export compliance.
• Back up Logistics Ops in Singapore.
• Travel up to 10% of time.
• Share best practices across region and globally.
• Conduct stock takes to ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

3PL coordination

Regulatory knowledge (chemicals)

SAP logistics

Office software

Cross-functional coordination

Time management

English communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP Logistics

Office software

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Logistics Specialist at MSD Atotech, you will partner with Sales, CS team, Planner and others to manage International Logistics Operation, mainly for Atotech Malaysia (serve as a backup for Atotech Singapore as well.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage import, export, customs clearance, warehouse, and transport operations to ensure all agreed procedures and KPIs are met.


• Manage 3PL vendors performance including freight forwarder, customs broker, warehouse, and transporter, to ensure all agreed KPIs are met.


• Analyze gaps/failure in 3PL vendors and set up corrective and preventive actions.


• Monitor 3PL vendors invoices to ensure costs are billed correctly and timely.


• Monitor the regulation changes and ensure regulatory compliance in all local aspects i.e. IMDG, IATA, road transport, customs, import/export licenses, labels, DG storage and waste disposal.


• Initiate and verify cost saving programs such as trade privileges, shipment consolidation, route optimization and space optimization, etc.


• Be a company representative or coordinate with authorized local representatives to deal with government officials for import/export/customs compliance issue.


• Share best practices and interacting with counterparts across the region and globally.


• Perform other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned or required.


• Conduct stock take to ensure inventory accuracy.


• Additional responsibility: “Safety remains the number one priority by making it an integral part in all activities; Ensure all work is completed safety & in compliance with laws, regulations & Atotech standards. Demonstrate ongoing visibility at sites & consistent interaction with staff and contractors at all levels”.


• HSE Responsibilities: Safety remains the number 1 priority by making it an integral part in all activities. Employees must re-view their work areas to identify hazards and assess risks and opportunities. Any hazards or injuries must be reported to your immediate superior. The employee must comply with the HSEQS policy and other related regulations.


• Participate in HSE promotional activities such as risk assessment and suggestions scheme and near miss reporting.


• Back up for Logistics Operation in Atotech Singapore.


• Travel Requirements: Up to [10] % of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring

• Candidate must possess at least bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or any related fields.


• Experience in Logistics, chemical industry is preferred.


• Strong knowledge and understanding of local and international regulations related to chemicals (add advantage).


• Knowledge of SAP logistic module and Office software.


• Good command of spoken and written communication skills in English and local language(s).


• Self-motivated with high sense of urgency, resourcefulness, and adaptability.


• Ability to coordinate across functions and locations to ensure successful outcomes.


• Effective time management skills including sequencing of own work and resource time management.


• Experience with 3rd party Logistics coordination and management.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on‑the‑job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice‑to‑have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

MKS Inc enables technologies that transform our world. MKS instruments product overview.

The group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data.

MKS Inc is the behind‑the‑scenes support for some amazing technology.