Supervisor, Logistics

Advanced Energy; George Town; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy Industries (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Penang is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to lead Finished Goods Warehouse operations. You will oversee receiving, warehousing, inventory control, material handling and shipping to ensure on-time delivery and accuracy, while collaborating with the Logistics Manager.

You will drive process improvements, mentor 5–10 warehouse staff, manage staffing and performance, and ensure compliance with QMS, HSE and 5S standards in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in industrial materials warehousing, shipping, or logistics
• Experience leading teams of 5–10 employees
• Experience with SAP and MRP systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily Receiving, Material Handling, Inventory Control and Shipping operations to ensure accurate and timely movement of materials and finished goods
• Lead logistics personnel to maximize team performance and operational effectiveness
• Plan, review and improve logistics processes and maintain accurate records and documentation
• Ensure incoming materials are received, inspected, and transacted into inventory and finished goods are packaged and shipped per requirements
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliation
• Ensure material availability to support Production and Global Services while meeting shipment commitments
• Manage staffing activities including workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and performance management
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to strengthen capabilities
• Drive departmental performance via KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with QMS, HSE, Code of Conduct and regulatory obligations
• Lead SOPs and related logistics documentation
• Support warehouse projects and cost-reduction initiatives

Skills

Verbal communication

Leadership

Planning

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Time management

Team development

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration / Production Ops

Diploma + 5 years relevant experience

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for leading and optimizing Finished Goods Warehouse operations at Advanced Energy Industries (M) Sdn. Bhd. (AEMY). The role oversees receiving, warehousing, inventory management, material handling, and shipping activities to ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery performance. Working closely with the Logistics Manager, the incumbent is responsible for resource planning, cycle count integrity, process discipline, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position provides leadership, coaching, and performance management to warehouse personnel while fostering a safe, productive, and customer-focused work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate daily Receiving, Material Handling, Inventory Control, and Shipping operations to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely movement of materials and finished goods.
• Lead, develop, and evaluate logistics personnel to maximize team performance, productivity, and operational effectiveness.
• Plan, review, and enhance logistics processes, procedures, and workforce capabilities while maintaining accurate operational records and documentation.
• Ensure all incoming materials are properly received, inspected, and transacted into inventory, and that finished goods are packaged and shipped in accordance with customer and company requirements.
• Maintain the security, accuracy, and accountability of inventory through effective inventory control practices, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities.
• Ensure timely material availability to support Production and Global Services requirements, while meeting customer shipment and delivery commitments
• Manage staffing activities, including workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, promotions, and terminations in accordance with company policies.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and continuous development opportunities to strengthen employee capabilities and support career growth.
• Drive departmental performance by achieving established KPIs, metrics, goals, and objectives, while leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) requirements, Code of Conduct, legal and regulatory obligations, environmental standards, 5S practices, and duty-of-care responsibilities
• Lead the development, implementation, maintenance, and periodic review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and related logistics documentation.
• Support and lead warehouse-related projects, process optimization initiatives, productivity improvements, cost-reduction programs, and other duties as assigned by management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Operates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with dynamic operational demands.
• Performs duties with a high degree of independence under limited supervision
• Flexibility to work overtime as required to support business and production requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required to support operational and business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing demand, product, and material requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of 5-10 employees.
• Strong planning, prioritization, coordination, and negotiation skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP and logistics processes.
• Good understanding of demand-driven manufacturing systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• Effective conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• Strong collaboration, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Five (5) years of experience in industrial materials warehousing, shipping, or other logistic processes, or experience as a Logistics Supervisor, Warehouse Executive, or other closely related field.
• Proven experience leading teams in a supervisory or senior team leader capacity is required.
• Experience with MRP systems and SAP preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Production/Operations Management, or a related discipline. An equivalent minimum requirement of a Diploma combined with 5 years of demonstrated relevant experience in a similar role will also be accepted.

WHY JOIN US!

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In Malaysia., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.

Short and long-term disability and life insurance.

Executive Employee Health Screening package.

Generous paid time off starting at 15 days and 19 public holidays.

98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 days of paid paternity leave for Dads.

AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.