Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader

UPM; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global company specializing in sustainable materials seeks a Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader in Johor Bahru. The role involves managing logistics operations, optimizing processes, and leading a team. Candidates should have extensive experience in logistics management and a degree in related fields. This position offers growth opportunities in a committed and caring workplace.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Work-life balance

Caring community

Responsible employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics management and/or third-party warehouse handling.
• Ability to determine logistics requirements to achieve business goals.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large team and monitor day-to-day operations.
• Plan activities and maintain accurate reports.
• Ensure compliance with quality regulations and safety standards.
• Supervise inbound and outbound shipments.
• Optimize logistics routing for cost savings.

Skills

Logistics management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related fields

Job description

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!

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Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader

This position will be located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

Greetings from your future manager

We’re excited to have you onboard as our new Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader. Your leadership and expertise will be key in driving efficiency, safety, and excellence across our operations. Here’s to smarter workflows, stronger teamwork, and shared success. Let’s get moving! Eunice, Fulfillment Manager, SEA

What You Will Do

• Manage a large team and monitor day-to-day operations in accordance with policies, processes and procedures. Resolve complex issues requiring expertise in several technical areas/disciplines
• Plan activities and coordinate schedules and workflow of the team, and maintain accurate reports
• Liaise with quality control to ensure products meet quality regulations and standards and safety and environment targets
• Ensure compliance of standards and a clean and safe work area in accordance with policies and procedures
• Supervise inbound and outbound shipment activity in the operation, make on time delivery for shipment on the way to meet production schedule and business delivery requirement
• Ensure efficient operations through careful management of the logistics activities; source, develop, and optimize logistics routing for outbound shipment delivery to shorten lead time and freight costs
• Monitor and control premium freight. Check and identify freight invoices and ensure they are passed to Finance timely for on time payment
• Manage 3PL outsourcing in logistics/warehouse operation. Strictly monitor warehouse performance to ensure smooth operation
• Manage space utilization and warehouse location within acceptable intervals. Conduct regular stock counting and maintain warehouse infrastructure
• Manage warehouse operations under a safe circumstance. Implement 5S management and tracking
• Support APAC and global logistics team as needed. Complete any additional jobs assigned by the superior

Who You Are

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or any related fields
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics management and/or third-party warehouse handling, or proven related skills
• You are proficient in determining logistics requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategies to achieve targets
• You are proactive, result-orientated, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving initiative
• You possess good Interpersonal skills - exceptional listening, understanding, influencing, and communication (written and verbal in English), along with excellent presentation skills
• You have strong people leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
• You can work independently, are highly self-motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure

This Is What We Offer For You

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well‑being of our colleagues. We support the work‑life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi‑business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science‑based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Additional Information

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