Manager, Logistics (Liquid / Chemical Operations)

Pentas Flora Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Malaysia is seeking a Head of Logistics to oversee and manage the logistics team, ensuring efficient operations. Responsibilities include managing fleet maintenance, ensuring HSE and DOE compliance, preparing performance reports, and promoting safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in the logistics industry, strong knowledge of fleet management, and effective communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to drive improvements and enhance customer experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of working experience, preferably in the petrochemical, oil and gas, or logistics industry.
• Strong knowledge of fleet management and transport regulations.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of drivers and support staff.
• Develop and implement plans for maintenance of trucks and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and DOE requirements.
• Prepare and deliver monthly performance reports.
• Monitor and optimize route planning and delivery schedules.

Skills

Fleet management

Route planning

Transport regulations

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Logistics/Transportation or Business Administration Management

Job description

As a Head of Logistics, the primary role is to oversee and manage the logistics team, including drivers and support staff, ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant operations. This role is responsible for managing fleet maintenance, cost efficiency, HSE and DOE compliance, reporting, training, and administrative support while continuously improving processes and service standards.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Supervise and manage a team of drivers and support staff, ensuring daily operations run efficiently and effectively.
• Develop and implement proactive plans for the maintenance and servicing of trucks and equipment, ensuring operations stay within budget and vehicles are fit for purpose.
• Establish and drive cost efficiency by proposing budgets, monitoring expenses, and controlling operational costs.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE and DOE requirements, including licenses, driver screenings, physical checks, and annual reviews.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, conducting audits, monitoring programs, and ensuring adherence to safety standards across all operations.
• Prepare and deliver monthly performance reports, highlighting logistics performance, costs, and compliance status.
• Collaborate with other departments to address and resolve operational issues while driving process improvements and enhancing the customer experience.
• Monitor and optimize route planning and delivery schedules to increase operational efficiency and service performance.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing for licenses, permits, and vehicle records for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Track and monitor fuel usage, driver performance, and fleet utilization to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Candidate must possess at least a Degree in Logistics/Transportation, Business Administration Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of working experience, preferably in the petrochemical, oil and gas, or logistics industry.
• Strong knowledge of fleet management, route planning, and transport regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with internal teams and external partners.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.