Warehouse & Distribution Assistant Manager

Job Title: Warehouse & Distribution Assistant Manager

Work Location: Malaysia

The Purpose of Role:

You are responsible for warehouse and distribution operational activities to deliver high customer service level at optimum cost. The role will work closely with all functions of the business and build solid partnerships with Third-Party Logistics to deliver end to end efficiencies, savings and growth ambitions.

Team Structure:

• Reporting to: Customer Experience & Logistic Lead - MYSG

• Direct reports:

• Indirect reports:

Your Role/Key Responsibilities:

Warehouse and Distributions

• Drive Logistics capabilities and operations efficiency leading to deliver savings and warehousing and transport service levels/loss reduction.

• Determine the readiness level of the business the upcoming changes, uncovered readiness gaps and create and implement the action plan.

• Provide field support on the transportation, goods acceptance, refusal and return phase.
  

Inventory Management

• Lead the Bi-annual stock counts in the Warehouse.

• Manage day-to-day inventory operations in coordination with regional inventory and risk teams.

• Proposals for write-off, cycle count stock adjustment.

• Attend and take actions as per regional governance call.

Project Management and Continuous Improvement Plan.

• Drive warehouse and distribution capabilities via process improvements, standardization of operation, innovation in service and solution, and digitalization.

• Drive continuous improvements initiatives to maximize performance, customer satisfaction, value and profit.

• Work on special projects related to warehouse and distribution to provide impact on gross margin and cost.

• Co-ordinate the with regional team cross-country projects.

• Saving Projects Management.

• Maintain responsibility for performing all duties in compliance with related legal/statutory, regulations, professional duties, responsibilities and obligations, including insurances.
  

Financial Management

• Track and monitor warehouse and distribution spend vs forecast on a weekly/monthly basis.

• Track and monitor savings projects and keep the savings reporting system updated.

• Impact calculations and analytics based on data.
  

Third-Party Logistics and Vendor

• Negotiate on a daily basis with 3PL on ad -hoc requirements and participate in vendor evaluation and selection process with procurement.

• Weekly Meeting with 3PL in regard to operational and customers issues.

• Monthly Service Level review (KPI’s).

• Ensure 3PL complies with Unilever standards.

Key Stakeholders:

Internal:

• Demand & Supply Planning team, Logistics, Customer Development.
  

External:

• 3PL Warehouses, 3PL Transporters and industry stakeholders.

Travel:

20-50% of the time for travelling within Malaysia to 3PLs.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistic/Transportation.

• Minimum 5 years' work experience specialized in logistics, warehousing or distribution operation.

• Experienced in direct-customers, 3PL relationship management and project management.

• Data analysis skills. 

• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Well-developed people management skills.

• Project management skills.

The Hidden Gem in you

• Working knowledge in SAP system will be a plus.

• Sound knowledgeable and familiar with Lean and Six Sigma.

How to Apply:

Please apply online and add your updated resume. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch to provide you with an update on the status of your application if shortlisted.

About Unilever:

Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas, and disrupt processes: use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, many Malaysian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life-giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.

Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you will be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you will channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we will work to help you become a better you.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.