Transportation Planner, Global Logistics

Resmed; Kampung Baru Tanah Hitam Chemor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Malaysia seeks a Supply Chain Planner to manage operational activities, focusing on transportation planning and resource analysis. Responsibilities include coordinating shipments, optimizing logistics operations, and monitoring service levels. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 3-5 years in transportation or logistics. Join a diverse and inclusive culture that fosters individual expression and innovation. Apply now!

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture

Supportive and inspiring work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in transportation and freight operations.
• Knowledge of international transportation requirements and INCOTERM.
• Experience with data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate shipments from suppliers to manufacturing sites.
• Optimize and support sailing schedule maintenance and execution.
• Monitor key metrics such as transit time and on-time delivery.

Skills

Transportation and Freight Operations Experience

Strong communication skills

Data analysis and visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

TMS

Job description

The primary role of Supply Chain function is to be responsible for all operational activities including key deliverables such as planning and analyzing resources and ensuring items are packaged according to specifications. Coordinating import and export. Performing distribution center/warehousing processing and distribution of orders. Developing & maintaining master schedule, pertaining to transport and cost effectiveness. Maintaining inventory levels. Identifying delivery problems, solutions, and improvement of transportation service levels.

Job Description Summary

Resmed Transportation Planners are responsible for international and domestic transportation planning to include transportation capacity planning, delivery order management, coordination of import and export requirements, and analyzing resources and ensuring materials are prepared for transport. This role may require performing distribution center/warehousing receiving transactions and planning of distribution internal movements. In this role you will support the development & maintenance master schedules, pertaining to transport and cost effectiveness. Identifying transport planning opportunities to improve transportation service levels.

Key Responsibilities

• The primary objective of Transportation Planners is to plan, schedule and coordinate shipments from suppliers to Resmed manufacturing sites and from Resmed manufacturing sites to regional distribution centers.
• Key responsibilities include optimizing and supporting sailing schedule maintenance and execution.
• This role works closely with distribution, manufacturing, planning and procurement teams.
• Coordinate and collaborate internally and externally in the coordination and planning of Resmed managed transportation.
• Identify and aid in the implementation of continuous improvement opportunities.
• Works independently, likely to act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Knowledgeable and current on industry trends and developments, implementing best practices and innovative solutions to enhance transportation operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Operational Optimization

• Assign orders to sailings to maximize capacity.
• Conduct consolidation and optimization of orders into shipments.
• Monitor key metrics such as transit time, utilization, and on-time delivery.
• Work cross-functionally with planning, warehousing, procurement, and customer service to align logistics operations.

Tools & Technology

• Use TMS, BI platforms, and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Excel, Alteryx) for performance analysis, visibility and reporting.
• Support the implementation of new logistics tools and system enhancements (TMS, network design software, etc.)

Vendor & Carrier Management

• Partner with freight forwarders, 3PLs, and carriers to improve performance and transparency.
• Support RFP processes, carrier evaluations, and continuous improvement plans.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience.
• Transportation and Freight Operations Experience.
• Knowledgeable of international transportation requirements and INCOTERM.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of logistics, transportation, or supply chain experience, with direct involvement in network design or freight optimization.
• Experience with international freight, customs, or Incoterms; Exposure to sustainability initiatives or green logistics programs.
• Proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools, and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Experience with routing software or network modeling tools (e.g., Llamasoft, Coupa, Oracle GTM, SAP TM, etc.)
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable data and solutions; experience with managing cross-functional working teams and complex global logistics network initiatives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated, and mission-critical environment.

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.