Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader

Would you like to join a global growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values trust and be trusted achieve together renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils!

Learn more about us as a workplace are now looking for a Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader. This position will be located in Johor Bahru Malaysia.

Greetings from your future manager

Were excited to have you onboard as our new Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader. Your leadership and expertise will be key in driving efficiency safety and excellence across our operations. Heres to smarter workflows stronger teamwork and shared success. Lets get moving! Eunice Fulfillment Manager SEA

What you will do

• Manage a large team and monitor day-to-day operations in accordance with policies processes and procedures. Resolve complex issues requiring expertise in several technical areas/disciplines
• Plan activities and coordinate schedules and workflow of the team and maintain accurate reports
• Liaise with quality control to ensure products meet quality regulations and standards and safety and environment targets
• Ensure compliance of standards and a clean and safe work area in accordance with policies and procedures
• Supervise inbound and outbound shipment activity in the operation make on time delivery for shipment on the way to meet production schedule and business delivery requirement
• Ensure efficient operations through careful management of the logistics activities; source develop and optimize logistics routing for outbound shipment delivery to shorten lead time and freight costs
• Monitor and control premium freight. Check and identify freight invoices and ensure they are passed to Finance timely for on time payment
• Manage 3PL outsourcing in logistics/warehouse operation. Strictly monitor warehouse performance to ensure smooth operation
• Manage space utilization and warehouse location within acceptable intervals. Conduct regular stock counting and maintain warehouse infrastructure
• Manage warehouse operations under a safe circumstance. Implement 5S management and tracking
• Support APAC and global logistics team as needed. Complete any additional jobs assigned by the superior

Who you are

• You hold a bachelors or masters degree in Supply Chain Logistics or any related fields
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics management and/or third-party warehouse handling or proven related skills
• You are proficient in determining logistics requirements to enable companys business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategies to achieve targets
• You are proactive result-orientated and demonstrate excellent problem-solving initiative
• You possess good Interpersonal skills - exceptional listening understanding influencing and communication (written and verbal in English) along with excellent presentation skills
• You have strong people leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
• You can work independently are highly self-motivated and able to work effectively under pressure

This is what we offer for you

• A meaningful job We have an inspiring purpose We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Additional information

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