Senior Distribution Center Manager

Boston Scientific; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company is seeking a Distribution Center Operations Manager in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves managing the global distribution center, ensuring efficient logistics operations, and leading a large team. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience in warehouse management and a Bachelor's degree in Logistics. Strong leadership skills, knowledge of international freight regulations, and familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems like SAP are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in warehouse/distribution management.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and complex operations.
• Strong understanding of distribution center operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations at the GDC including compliance with regulations.
• Develop relationships within global distribution networks.
• Manage improvement initiatives and projects at the GDC.

Skills

Leadership in distribution management

Expertise in international freight

Knowledge of Customs regulations

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

SAP

Job description

Manage operations of the Penang Global Distribution Center (GDC); ensuring that all orders are shipped accurately and on-time and that incoming goods are processed efficiently and accurately. Partner with Materials Management, Manufacturing and other distribution sites to optimize end-to-end supply chain performance. Hire, train, and develop the team to support all aspects of the GDC activities. Represent the GDC on global initiatives and ensure strategic alignment to global priorities.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead the GDC team to execute day-to-day operations, including warehouse operations, transportation and customs regulatory compliance to meet customer requirements.

Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure GDC capabilities are developed and ready to support business growth.

Demonstrate leadership in setting improvement goals and departmental objectives.

Budget and control department annual operating expenses.

Develop and maintain relationships with the global distribution network as well as incoming manufacturing sites to ensure optimal communication and process execution.

Work with internal and external regulatory bodies and auditors to ensure department policies related to inventory accuracy and distribution are in line with regulations and company goals.

Partner effectively with 3PL and freight carriers to ensure performance according to quality, service and cost expectations.

Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that is conducive for a high performing team.

Ensure compliance with BSC’s Quality Policy, Quality System and the appropriate regulations for the area they support. Ensure employees are trained to do their work and their training is documented.

Ensure compliance with international trade, transportation, and customs regulations across all distribution activities. Ensure system effectiveness to support GDC operations, including SAP, local labelling system, environment control etc.

Lead and manage all projects and improvement initiatives related to the GDC, including providing necessary coaching and mentoring to the team – ensuring execution to project requirements and alignment with stakeholders.

Demonstrate leadership and influencing skills to collaborate cross-functionally, across geographies and different levels of the organization in pursuit of business goals.

Build a culture of inclusion and high performance that empowers both core teams and cross-functional stakeholders, while advancing opportunities for talent development.

Job Requirement:

Candidate should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field.

At least 15 years of working experience in warehouse/distribution management or logistics operations.

Proven leadership experience managing large teams and complex operations.

Strong expertise in distribution center operations, international freight, transportation and Customs import/export regulation.

Familiar with Warehouse Management Systems, preferably SAP.

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