Senior Manager, Warehouse and Logistics

An exciting Senior Manager, Warehouse and Logistics job has been made available by a manufacturing, supply and distribution, and retail store chain here in Malaysia.

About the Senior Manager, Warehouse and Logistics Role:
Functionally and administratively reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this role requires you to oversee daily operations, strategies for capacity planning, establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), and cultivate a skilled team to facilitate seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and nurture a productive warehouse team through effective recruitment, training, and professional growth.
• Coordinate and oversee the accurate and timely handling of inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining meticulous attention to both product and documentation
• Optimise warehouse space utilisation while upholding cleanliness and organisation standards
• Conduct daily inventory cycle counts to ensure precision and reliability
• Prioritise the safety and security of the warehouse, promptly addressing incidents and reporting concerns to management
• Place a strong emphasis on customer service and provide valuable support to retail operations
• Foster regular and constructive communication through associate meetings
• Uphold rigorous health, safety, hygiene, and security standards within the work environment, including proper handling and storage of chemicals and perishable items.
• Prepare comprehensive weekly and monthly reports for management review.
• Fulfil any additional assigned responsibilities that may arise.

To succeed in the Senior Manager, Warehouse and Logistics role, you will need to have a minimum of five years of extensive experience in warehouse operations, encompassing shipping, receiving, delivery, and inventory management.

Key Requirements:

• Proficiency in handling Food/Beverage products with a wide range of SKUs and expertise in managing expiration dates and shelf-life
• Well versed in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and proficient in working with databases
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement initiatives and build a highly capable workforce
• Strong knowledge and experience in implementing and driving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for warehouse and logistics operations
• Must possess strong leadership skills and the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service
• Display sound judgement, effective decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Competency in computer programs, including MS Office
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines

This company needs someone who is very hands-on and driven to expand the company business. It is a very team-based environment for the work culture within the company. The firm is also very focused on growing employees internally.

If you are driven, determined, and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Senior Manager, Warehouse and Logistics role.

Apply now by emailing me at Wenjun.ngai@robertwalters.com.my/calling me at 03 2303 7048 to discuss this new opportunity.