Supply Chain Analyst (new role based in KHTP, Kedah)

We solve the world’s toughest and most important thermal problems. As a world-class industrial technology and thermal products leader, Watlow designs and manufactures heating solutions consisting primarily of electric resistive heaters, temperature sensors, temperature and power controllers and supporting software – all the components of a thermal system. We partner with our customers to optimize thermal performance, decrease design time, and improve the efficiency of products and applications. Watlow brings 100 years of experience to numerous industries, including semiconductor processing, clean environment technology, energy generation, diesel emissions, medical and food service equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and implement logistics programs to meet or exceed business objectives across Watlow;
• Work with Global trade compliance/RoHS Reach teams internally to continue enhancing the program maturity;
• Collaborate with Corporate and Regional Logistics teams to develop and deploy logistics projects and initiatives;
• Manage carrier performance and facilitate carrier development;
• Support implementation of programs and system improvements to improve efficiency, drive down overall logistics costs and improve service levels;
• Oversee freight payment and freight claims processes;
• Support logistics regulatory and hazardous materials requirements;
• Work with Supply Chain Managers across sites to reduce premium freight as a % of sales;
• Partner with Strategic sourcing to make sourcing decisions considering total value to the Company including quality, service, technology, risk, compliance, and cost;
• Analyzing financial reports, price proposals and other information used to determine reasonable pricing;
• Partner with Strategic sourcing Evaluating and monitoring contracts to ensure suppliers and vendors are complying with terms and conditions;
• Supporting Logistics initiatives as a combined effort for all the sites in Asia;
• Attending conferences, trade shows and meetings to network with suppliers and learn about new industry trends.
  

Experience & skills needed:

• Bachelor’s degree and or 5-8 years of experience;
• Knowledge of domestic transportation market, including customs and warehousing;
• Management of 3rd party providers, including experience working with freight forwarders, carriers, brokers, and customs (import/export);
• Knowledge of transportation/logistics/supply chain concepts and strategies;
• Knowledge of negotiating and implementing service agreements and contracts. Must be familiar with supplier performance metrics and key performance indicators;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively influence all levels of management.
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Good knowledge and practical in analytic;
• Prefer from Logistics company and industry;
• Must be willing to base in Kulim Hi-tech Industry Park, Kedah.