Logistics Manager

Panasonic Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

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Bedok South, East Region (Hybrid)

Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Full time

Salary undisclosed

Posted 3d ago

Medium application volume

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The Logistics Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing end-to-end logistics operations across transportation, distribution, customs compliance, and supply chain execution. The role requires a highly independent and results-driven leader who can drive operational excellence, manage cross-functional teams, and leverage SAP systems to improve efficiency, service performance, and cost optimization.

The incumbent will provide strategic leadership while maintaining strong operational oversight to ensure logistics activities support business objectives, customer requirements, and regional growth initiatives.

Logistics Operations Management

• Lead and oversee daily logistics operations including transportation, import/export activities, and order fulfillment.
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to improve service levels and operational productivity.
• Monitor and manage logistics KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives and corrective actions where required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable customs, trade compliance, regulatory, and company requirements.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop logistics strategies aligned with business growth objectives.
• Support business expansion, new customer onboarding, and operational setup activities.

SAP & Systems Management

• Act as the logistics subject matter expert for SAP processes and related systems utilization and management.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to enhance SAP functionality and reporting capabilities.
• Lead user training, process standardization, and system improvement initiatives.

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop managers and staff to achieve high performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Conduct performance reviews, succession planning, and talent development activities.
• Build and maintain a highly engaged and capable logistics team.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Serve as a key escalation point for logistics-related issues and customer concerns.
• Influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple functions and regions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 10-15 years of logistics and supply chain experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership or people management role.
• Proven experience managing regional logistics operations and complex supply chain environments.
• Experience in 3PL or multinational environments preferred.

Technical Competencies:

• Strong working knowledge of SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, SAP MM, WM/EWM, SD, or related logistics modules.
• Knowledge of transportation management, customs, and trade compliance.
• Strong analytical and operational problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Power BI, and reporting tools.

Leadership Competencies:

• Highly independent with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong results-oriented mindset with demonstrated achievement of business objectives.
• Excellent people management, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strong decision-making and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Singapore?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in the logistics, freight & delivery services industry?
• Do you have experience using SAP Applications?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?
• Do you have Strategic Business Planning experience?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Logistics Operations Manager?
• How many years of Cross-Functional Leadership experience do you have?
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