Sr Manager Distribution & Logistics

THE ROLE:

Our client is a 40 years global health and wellness company that sells weight management nutrition and personal care products with presence in more than 90 countries. This position is responsible for managing and leading a team in Philippines to deliver effective Distribution & Logistics Operations in Warehousing Inventory Control Logistics Transportation 3PL Management Imports Distribution Compliance Project Management Process Improvement and Develop Strategy to ensure high performance & service standards

THE TEAM:

The Distribution & Logistics team is dedicated passionate highly motivated hands-on result oriented collaborative good at managing change and more importantly solution driven. They work closely with cross function & business teams to support the market business deliver high levels of performance to support members.

Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day support operations that facilitate the smooth running of distribution and logistics activities. Ensure that all support tasks are performed efficiently and align with overall operational goals

Owns decisions related to daily management and operational improvements within the distribution and logistics support functions.

Coordinate with internal departments (such as Supply Chain Planning GDTS Controller Cost Accounting Customer Service) and external partners (including carriers and third-party logistics providers) to ensure cohesive operation and resolve any logistical issues.

Manage and develop the logistics support team providing training guidance and performance management to ensure a high-performing team.

Develop / update long term road map and Distribution & Logistics Strategy on an annual basis to align & support Country Business Requirements

Work on strengthening Supply Chain Org / talent development to support market requirements Develop team members succession planning for future leaders.

Warehouse Operations

Develop / Drive Warehousing Strategy Infrastructure & Partners with adequate capacity / technologies to manage processing of Pickup / Home Deliveries with high service standards to the Members

Ensure all Warehousing locations are compliant with local regulatory & company Quality Requirements for Storage / Handling & Distribution of Company Products

Driving Sustainability in Warehousing Operations

Logistics / Distribution Operations

Ensure an effective in-country distribution network for supply of Company Products

Drive import / export operations for Company Products ensuring clearances are in line with current import/export codes regulations

3PL Management

Drive Negotiations / Bidding projects in coordination with GTS for selecting / developing Partners to provide Supply Chain Services

Implement an effective 3PL warehouse management program through frequent 3PL reviews & ensure Partners meet agreed KPIs

Product Access / Project Management

Support Business requirements for better Product Access along with review of trending Distribution models

Drive process improvements within the distribution and logistics support functions to increase efficiency reduce costs and improve service quality.

Inventory Control / Operations Compliance

Ensure all distribution and logistics activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Monitor compliance and adapt practices to meet changing regulations and standards.

Drive inventory accuracy with proper controls at all Company Inventory storage locations. Ensure Procedures are developed / updated for all local country operations

Closure of Internal Audit SOX & Quality Audit findings

Manufacturing

- Support Contract Manufacturing Operations in the market for locally produced products

Others

Monitor Dept Performance & ensure Distribution & Logistics KPIs are met

Conduct monthly reviews and provide monthly reports for Corp / local / Regional Management.

Provide support to key Sales Events of the Company as an when required

Requirements

• At least 10 15 years working experience in Supply Chain Operations Management with minimum 10 years management role
  
• Strong analytical planning negotiation. Certificates of CPIM or in Logistics Planning are preferred.
  
• Good project management skills.
  
• Experience with order management & customer handling
  
• Strong Computer skills including the complete Microsoft Office package
  
• Experience with inventory control systems and ERP software is a must prefer Oracle industry certificate is a plus
  
• Good communication skills in English (both Oral & Written). Bilingual as native speaker for local market
  
• Good presentation and reporting skills
  
• Strong Leadership & People Management skills along with the ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderate stressful environment
  
• Result Oriented Good time management and multi-tasking management skills
  
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimum supervision direction
  
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to changing priorities
  
• Ability to prioritize works for effective implementation.
  
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels.
  
• Good Understanding of Local Regulations impacting Product Storage & Distribution
  
• Innovation / Solution Driven for process improvement
  
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.