Senior Logistics Manager (Supply Chain)

Gateway Search; Rawang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Manager in Rawang, Malaysia, to lead logistics operations for lithium-ion batteries. The role includes managing freight logistics, compliance with export regulations, and overseeing a team. Candidates should have a degree in logistics or international trade, a minimum of 10 years of experience, and proficiency in Mandarin for effective communication with Chinese stakeholders. This position requires strong analytical skills and familiarity with SAP and logistics management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Logistics, International Trade, or relevant field is required.
• At least 10 years of logistics or international trade experience is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is essential for daily communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics operations for lithium-ion battery shipments globally.
• Handle freight bookings and ensure compliance with maritime declarations.
• Oversee logistics team operations and provide coaching for process improvements.

Skills

Logistics operations management

Freight booking

SAP

Dangerous goods compliance

Data analysis

Coaching and leadership

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Logistics

Customs Broker / Logistics Specialist certifications

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Cloud Customs

WMS systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Manager with strong EMS and lithium-ion battery logistics background to lead our logistics function and ensure smooth end-to-end global operations.

Responsibilities

Logistics Expertise

• Manage logistics operations for lithium-ion battery shipments via land, sea, and air.
• Well-versed in freight allocation rules and insurance liabilities under trade terms such as EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP.

Freight Booking & Export Handling

• Handle ocean and air freight bookings for FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP shipments.
• Ensure timely coordination with freight forwarders and China counterparts.

Shipment Execution (SAP)

• Manage SAP split shipments and coordinate container loading at factories.
• Troubleshoot shipping exceptions and ensure smooth execution.

Document Control & Compliance

• Manage maritime declarations, DG Forms, Shipping Instructions, and supplementary documents.
• Verify ocean and air waybills; manage DDP overseas tax applications.
• Recover POD and upload to SAP for revenue recognition.

Dangerous Goods Compliance (UN Packaging)

• Apply for dangerous goods packaging certificates for sea, air, and land export.
• Strong knowledge in UN-certified lithium-ion packaging specifications and battery certification parameters.

Leadership Role

• Lead the logistics team and act as the subject matter expert for all logistics-related matters.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and process improvement leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Logistics, International Trade, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and preparing presentations using PowerPoint.
• Familiar with SAP, Cloud Customs, and WMS systems.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics or international trade; Customs Broker / Logistics Specialist certifications are an added advantage.
• Mandatory Mandarin proficiency (role requires daily communication with China stakeholders).
• Solid knowledge in LMW application processes and COO processes.
• EMS industry background preferred.

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