Distribution & Logistics Manager

This role is responsible for Distribution and Logistics operations for Indonesia. Reporting to Distribution & Logistics Lead for Southeast Asia, this role needs to manage DC operations for Indonesia, including inbound logistics, customs, quota management, verification of 3PL monthly billing, DC outbound and returns, GWP shipment arrangements, and inter-company shipments. Main KPIs for this role are Service Levels, OTFR (Ontime Fulfillment Rate), Cost Metrics, and 3PL management/relationships.

Other deliverables include 3PL management, developing a professional and accountable DC team through 3PL, and overseeing on-time and accurate deliveries to customers in Indonesia.

This role is responsible for building strong working relationships with commercial, planning, finance, order management, IT, and trade compliance teams to grow business and drive continuous improvement agenda.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and control processes and systems for distribution network, and implement robust supply chain practices to deliver excellent and responsive service to grow business.
• Accountable for annual PI quota renewal and submission of new PI quota application on timely basis.
• Work closely with IOR vendor/custom brokerage to maximize the usage of PI quota from time to time.
• Develop and drive strategies for operational excellence at DC and for logistics flows.
• Accountable for delivery and year-to-year improvement of business results: financial, service, and employee engagement.
• Work closely with local and regional leaders to track quarterly revenue targets, and ensure orders are delivered on time.
• Drive logistics vendor strategies: new vendor identification, review, negotiations, and selection to meet company's distribution and logistics outsourcing needs.
• Drive continual measurement of vendors’ service standards and productivity levels to ensure that vendors are meeting agreed targets.
• Responsible for setting up the annual DC and logistics operations budget and track and oversee these to ensure that cost performance is within budget as well as delivering on a cost reduction schedule.
• Responsible for 3PL and vendor monthly billing verification.
• Work closely with forwarding agents in handling samples, GWP, and intercompany shipments.
• Coordinate with custom brokerage and forwarding agent on import & export docs verification.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with inside and outside organizations to bring leading edge technology, tools, and systems to improve productivity and processes.
• Lead and provide guidance to the 3PL distribution and logistics team. Ensure annual goals are communicated and completed. Lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.
• Deliver on our commitments and leverage distribution and logistics capabilities to drive profitable growth.
• Leverage analytics and new technologies to make faster, data-based decisions to drive productivity.
• Integrate sustainable & financially responsible solutions in our value chain that align with LS&Co. targets.
• Develop and implement departmental goals and objectives, in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Manage workload and prioritize projects to ensure timely delivery of results.
• Coordinate with other departments or teams to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and synergy.
• Serve as a point of contact for escalated issues, resolving conflicts, and making decisions as needed.
• Communicate departmental updates, progress, and achievements to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• University degree preferred with at least 8 years' work experience in distribution and logistics, preferably with a multinational in retail industry.
• Strong analytical capability, with “business case” driven approach to decision making.
• In-depth knowledge of key distribution and logistics processes with up-to-date knowledge of technology and current best practices.
• Good understanding of logistics and trade compliance within Southeast Asia region.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and matrix reporting organization.
• An excellent communicator and a team player who collaborates effectively across various functions/teams.
• Strong problem solver with a high sense of urgency (able to move fast). Takes initiative to develop and implement solutions.
• Ability to openly convey information timely and concisely.
• Detail-oriented. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work with minimum supervision in a matrix organization.
• Experience with Database applications, Microsoft Excel, MS Office applications, financial modeling, capacity planning, and negotiation skills.
• Analyze and Solve Problems, Data-based decision making.
• Excellent Relationship Building (both internal and external relationships).
• Strong Influence / Collaboration Skills.
• Commitment to Excellence.
• Project management experience is a plus.

LOCATION

Indonesia, Jakarta - Office

FULL TIME/PART TIME

Full time

Textiles, Clothing & Accessories - 51-100 employees

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