Sr Supervisor, Logistics

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position will coordinate and manage the Receiving, Material Handling, Inventory and Shipping of the Global Logistics as directed by the Logistics Manager. The core responsibility of the position is managing and leading a staff approximately 5-10 Shipping Coordinators and Shipping Clerks. The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for effective resource planning, cycle count accuracy, and proper material handling techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Direct the staff and activities of Receiving, Material Handling, and Shipping personnel who ensure material is efficiently and properly managed.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Responsible for planning, reviewing, and developing logistics procedures and personnel. Maintains documentation to reflect the effectiveness and efficiency of department activities.
• Ensures materials are received and are delivered to inventory, and that finished goods are packaged according to specification and shipped in a timely manner.
• Ensures the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control.
• Ensures materials are available to meet production and Global Service schedules and/or products are shipped as per marketing schedules.
• Responsible for all staffing activities including hiring, performance appraisal, promotion, discipline, and termination.
• Provides coaching and contributes to the professional growth of Logistics team members.
• Drives the Logistics team to meet metrics, goals, & objectives and leads improvement projects.
• Travel may be required.
• Adhere to organizational requirements on quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental, 5S policies and general duty of care.
• In charge of leading SOP and Work Instruction preparations
• Other duties as assigned including warehouse projects, cost optimization and savings

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Location: alternate work locations of external logistics (Bayan Lepas or Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat).
• Primarily works in a Shipping & 3PL Logistics environment which may be fast paced due to the nature of high voltage product.
• Works in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Works under limited supervision.
• Overtime may be necessary in times of increased production.
• Travel may be required time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.
• Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements in demand, product description, and material demand.
• Ability to manage and lead staff of 5-10 Shipping Clerks and Shipping Coordinator.
• Ability to organize, schedule, coordinate, and negotiate effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment.
• Ability to prepare Work Instruction and SOP. Good English writing and spoken
• Good understanding of SAP and the ability to apply logistics processes.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of demand-based manufacturing systems.
• Good PC skills, including Excel, Word, MS Standard Office.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to motivate others in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to engage and effectively resolve conflict situations and employee disciplinary issues.
• Ability to collaborate and involve others in decision-making and problem-solving.

EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in industrial materials warehousing, shipping, or other logistic processes, or experience as a Logistics Supervisor, Warehouse Executive, or other closely related field.
• Previous supervisory experience desired.
• Experience with proper handling of static sensitive material preferred.
• Experience with MRP systems and SAP preferred.

EDUCATION :

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Production/Operations Management (or closely related field) or a combination of relevant experience and/or education that is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• APICS CPIM Certification Preferred.
• Six-Sigma Green Belt certification desired.

OTHERS :

Applicants must be willing to work in Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat.

WHY JOIN US?

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce.

Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and etc.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In Malaysia., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Executive Employee Health Screening package.
• Generous paid time off starting at 15 days and 19 public holidays.
• 98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 consecutive days of paid paternity leave for Dads.
• AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Career Growth and Learning Opportunity.