Manager, Warehouse and Logistics

Course; Johor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Course is seeking an experienced Manager, Warehouse & Logistics to lead our warehouse, inventory and distribution operations in Malaysia. The role ensures safe, efficient and cost-effective movement and storage of finished goods and materials while maintaining high inventory accuracy and service levels.

You will drive KPI-driven improvements, manage 3PL relationships, oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch, and collaborate with Sales, Production, Planning, Procurement,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in warehouse/logistics roles.
• At least 5 years in a managerial position.
• FMCG manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with 3PL and interfacing with Government Agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse, distribution and logistics operations.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, loading and dispatch activities.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and timely transactions.
• Establish warehouse procedures, controls and performance standards.
• Plan transportation and delivery activities for cost-effective service.
• Monitor capacity, stock movements, delivery performance and logistics costs.
• Lead cycle counts and stock-take activities, investigate variances and corrective actions.
• Manage warehouse manpower, scheduling, training and performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production, Planning, Procurement, Finance and Customer Service.

Skills

Leadership

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Decision making

Logistics coordination

3PL experience

People management

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Manager, Warehouse & Logistics to lead our warehouse, inventory and distribution. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective movement and storage of finished goods and materials, while maintaining high standards of inventory accuracy, service levels, regulatory compliance and operational discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage day-to-day warehouse, distribution and logistics operations.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, loading and dispatch activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely inventory transactions and maintain high inventory accuracy.
• Establish and monitor warehouse operating procedures, controls and performance standards.
• Plan transportation and delivery activities to achieve reliable and cost-effective customer service.
• Monitor warehouse capacity, stock movements, delivery performance and logistics costs.
• Lead cycle counts and stock-take activities, investigate variances and implement corrective actions.
• Manage warehouse manpower, including workforce planning, scheduling, training and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, food safety, quality, regulatory and company requirements.
• Work closely with Sales, Production, Planning, Procurement, Finance and Customer Service teams to resolve operational issues.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, transporters and other logistics service providers.
• Review logistics processes and identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity and enhance service levels.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory accuracy, order fulfilment, warehouse productivity, delivery performance and logistics costs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including warehouse layout optimisation, process standardisation, automation and effective use of warehouse management systems.

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:

• Minimum 10 years of working experience in the relevant role, with minimum 5 years in a managerial role.
• Preferably someone from FMCG industry in the manufacturing environment.
• Able to interpret data set - proposed solutions and solve issues.
• Have a mindset to resolve issues and find solutions on issues on hand.
• Able to make competence judgement and recommendations.
• Logistics Experience in 3PL preferred.
• Familiar with shipping procedures and have contact with Government Agencies.