Senior Operations Manager (Contract Logistics)

people profilers pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Comprehensive range of benefits

Job summary

people profilers pte. ltd. is seeking a seasoned logistics leader to oversee complex operations in Singapore. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant field and have over 10 years of leadership experience in logistics or supply chain.

This role involves developing operational roadmaps, managing P&L performance, and overseeing workplace safety and compliance. A competitive remuneration package awaits successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience within contract logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations environments.
• Proven experience managing managers and leading large-scale, multi-site, or highly complex logistics operations.
• Demonstrated exposure to automation, operational excellence, and transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex logistics operations or a portfolio of distribution hubs.
• Develop operational roadmaps and drive strategic initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders to lead commercial discussions and manage strategic relationships.

Skills

Leadership

P&L Management

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or related discipline

MBA or postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Industry: Logistics

Conducive Working Environment

Location: East / West

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large-scale, highly complex logistics operation or a portfolio of multiple business units and distribution hubs with sizeable inventory and operational teams.
• Develop and execute operational roadmaps, including short-term tactical planning and long-term strategic initiatives focused on scalability, automation, and business growth.
• Drive organizational development and workforce planning, ensuring strong leadership pipelines, succession planning, and high-performing operational teams.
• Partner with key stakeholders to execute business strategies, lead commercial discussions, support contract renewals, and manage strategic customer relationships.
• Take ownership of the overall P&L performance for major business portfolios, driving profitability, cost optimization, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Evaluate and propose CAPEX investments, including warehouse automation, material handling equipment (MHE), and facility enhancement projects through strong ROI analysis and business case development.
• Oversee workplace safety, operational risk management, and business continuity planning (BCP) to ensure compliance and operational resilience.
• Lead large-scale Continuous Improvement and transformation initiatives in collaboration with Engineering, IT, Commercial, and other cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related discipline. MBA or postgraduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience within contract logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations environments.
• Proven experience managing managers and leading large-scale, multi-site, or highly complex logistics operations.
• Strong P&L management experience with the ability to drive operational performance and business growth.
• Demonstrated exposure to automation, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and transformation projects.
• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and strategic planning capabilities.

All successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and acomprehensive range of benefits.