Logistics and Warehouse Manager

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG is seeking a logistics leader to drive strategic and tactical initiatives across warehousing, transportation, and 3PL partnerships. The role emphasizes RFQ leadership, budgeting, and process optimization to meet business objectives.

The position requires strong SAP WM/IM knowledge, project leadership, and English proficiency, with responsibility for SOPs, KPIs, and continuous improvement across Thailand operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a technical field.
• Experience in managing and leading 3rd-party operated logistics operations.
• Good knowledge of SAP, especially WM/IM modules.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Detail-oriented, customer-focused, and solution-driven mindset.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• People leadership experience is required.
• Good command in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQ processes for warehousing, transportation, and customs clearance to improve efficiency and cost savings.
• Plan and manage logistics budgets and targets.
• Improve warehouse operations by analyzing workflow, productivity, space, and equipment layout.
• Select and recommend suitable providers/partners for management approval.
• Drive high performance through regular reviews with 3PLs.
• Prepare SLA/contract documents with Purchasing and coordinate implementation.
• Monitor logistics KPIs and take corrective actions when targets are not met.
• Own warehousing and transportation processes and work instructions.

Skills

Leadership

SAP WM/IM

Budgeting & KPIs

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master in Logistics/SCM/Business

Tools

SAP WM/IM

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Strategic / Tactical – Thailand

• Lead RFQ processes for warehousing, transportation, and customs clearance to improve efficiency and cost savings.
• Plan and manage logistics budgets and targets.
• Improve warehouse operations by analyzing workflow, productivity, space, and equipment layout.
• Select and recommend suitable providers/partners for management approval.
• Drive high performance through regular reviews with 3PLs.
• Prepare SLA/contract documents with Purchasing and coordinate implementation.
• Monitor logistics KPIs and take corrective actions when targets are not met.
• Own warehousing and transportation processes and work instructions.

Operational – Thailand

• Ensure logistics operations are well prepared to meet business goals.
• Review and control SLA and KPI performance with 3PL.
• Take full responsibility for warehouse processes and inventory.
• Maintain SOP compliance in outsourced warehouse, transport, and customs operations.
• Manage SAP delivery dates, export pre-booking, and transit time settings.
• Drive cost & performance improvements in throughput, quality, complaints, and inventory accuracy.

Projects Thailand / SEA

• Lead logistics projects in Thailand and SEA to support process improvement, automation, and standardization.
• 3rd party suppliers for warehouse consumables are evaluated and selected with alignment to defined procedures, internal signature and compliance guidelines.
• Support compliant supplier selection, scrap process, and vendor nomination.
• Serve as the main contact for warehouse operations, transport, and AP Hub/HQ logistics communication.
• Assigned additional duties related to the role.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a technical field.
• Experience in managing and leading 3rd-party operated logistics operations.
• Good knowledge of SAP, especially WM/IM modules.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Detail-oriented, customer-focused, and solution-driven mindset.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• People leadership experience is required.
• Good command in English.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.