Senior Logistics & Operations Lead – Malaysia Site

AIXTRON SE; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Development opportunities

Training

Job summary

AIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is building a new greenfield manufacturing and engineering hub in Batu Kawan, Penang. We seek purpose-driven logistics professionals to shape the site, set up structures, and drive efficient material flow for high-end systems.

You will lead warehouse operations, ensure on-time delivery, and manage inbound/outbound logistics with a global team. Fluent English required; local regulatory knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related disciplines.
• 5-8 years in logistics and warehouse operations, with managerial experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on with LMW license applications, customs reporting, and audits.
• Knowledge of Malaysian import/export regulations, Incoterms, and tax exemptions.
• Strong people management, coaching and development capabilities.
• Proficiency in SAP is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Fluent in English; Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, including materials from local and international suppliers.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to align delivery with production plans.
• Ensure timely customs clearance, quarantine/inspection, and regulatory compliance in Malaysia.
• Optimize freight cost and transportation efficiency.
• Lead warehouse operations including raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and consumables.
• Design material flow from warehouse to production lines and monitor adherence to plans.
• Manage inventory policy, cycle counts, and annual physical inventories.
• Directly lead and evaluate warehouse staff and 3PL performance.

Skills

Logistics management

People management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Supplier coordination

Regulatory compliance

SAP proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

AIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is building a new greenfield manufacturing and engineering hub in Batu Kawan, Penang. We seek purpose-driven logistics professionals to shape the site, set up structures, and drive efficient material flow for high-end systems.

You will lead warehouse operations, ensure on-time delivery, and manage inbound/outbound logistics with a global team. Fluent English required; local regulatory knowledge is essential.