Regional Associate Manager, Supply Chain Operations

Terumo Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Asia Holdings Pte Ltd is seeking a Regional Associate Manager for Supply Chain Operations located in Singapore. The role is accountable for managing supply chain activities across the TAP region, focusing on warehouse governance, logistics, and trade compliance.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and 5–7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in SAP and logistics software is required. This position offers opportunities for project management and process improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Logistics and Supply Chain, including import/export processes.
• Experience at an operation level and 3PL project management.
• Strong knowledge of International Trade Regulations and customs regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain activities throughout the TAP region.
• Oversee regional warehouse and distribution KPI governance.
• Collaborate with logistics providers to ensure accurate volume submission.

Skills

Process Engineering

Project Management

Supply Chain Knowledge

Customer Focus

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Tools

SAP

ERP

TenderEasy

Job description

Summary

The position of Regional Associate Manager, Supply Chain Operations, located in Singapore, is accountable for managing supply chain activities throughout the TAP region. The central focus includes governance of warehouse and distribution activities, conducting network studies, and driving process improvements for optimization.

Role Overview

• Warehouse & Distribution Governance: Oversee regional warehouse and distribution KPI governance, including SLA tracking, QBR input preparation, and management of action logs. Coordinate and execute end‑to‑end rollout of EDI Connections across TAP entities and third‑party logistics (3PL) partners.
• Lead Network Studies: Manage data collection and validation to ensure timely project completion, providing critical insights for strategic decision‑making.
• Logistics and Freight Service Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and logistics providers to ensure accurate volume submission for annual strategic negotiations while maintaining governance standards and accountability.
• Trade Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all import/export regulations, customs laws, trade sanctions, export controls, and specific regulatory requirements per country. Identify opportunities for preferential FTA utilisation.

Key Functions / Responsibilities

• Freight Management Bid Management: Oversee end‑to‑end bid processes, including freight lane consolidation, bidding, evaluation, and selection. Manage freight partner/mode decisions with stakeholders using Global RFQ process via TenderEasy. Support supply chain teams and act as escalation point for lane data, pricing issues, and disputes. Review and streamline TAP ocean and air lanes landscapes, challenging the status quo. Collaborate with Logistics Service Providers to enforce governance and ensure accountability.
• Logistics Centre of Excellence: Create regional SOPs for import and export policies. Documentation Management – prepare and manage all necessary customs documentation, including invoices, packing lists, and shipping certificates, to ensure compliance with international trade regulations. Regulatory Compliance – ensure adherence to domestic and international trade laws. Communication – liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customers to arrange shipments and resolve issues that arise during the shipping process. Tracking Shipments – monitor shipment status and proactively manage any delays or complications. Contract Negotiation – negotiate rates and contracts with shipping companies and suppliers to reduce costs while maintaining service quality.
• Custom Compliance Review: Streamline existing brokerage approach and identify partners to be regional partners. Import/Export Compliance – ensuring adherence to all applicable import and export regulations, including customs laws, trade sanctions, and export control regulations. Compliance Monitoring – conduct regular reviews and provide recommendations for improvements to prevent policy violations.
• Supply Chain Operations & TAP SCM Special Project: Implement a Control Tower to identify key review matrices and standardize review approach. Analyze, review, and redesign existing Supply Chain Operation processes for optimized outcomes. Review TAP Order Management structure and optimize where applicable.
• Functional/Technical Skills: Process Engineering, Project Management, Learning and Improvement Focus, Business Partnering, Communicating Information, Handling Pressure and Change, Giving Support, Adhering to Process and Detail, Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Analytical Skills, Supply Chain Knowledge.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
• 5–7 years of experience in Logistics and Supply Chain, including import/export processes.
• Experience at an operation level and 3PL project management.
• Regional/cluster experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of International Trade Regulations, customs regulations, trade compliance laws, and export control regulations.
• Proficiency in SAP and ERP. Knowledge of relevant software systems used in logistics and trade compliance.
• Understanding of Global Tender Tool TenderEasy is a plus.
• Align with ICT and Finance teams to drive process and system improvements.