MGR I LOGISTICS

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Distribution & Logistics Teams manage the efficient flow of goods, services and information between point of origin through customer placement in order to meet customer requirements or internal business objectives. They create integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers. They also focus resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes, and establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis.

This position is responsible for managing the logistics operation in Malaysia Distribution Center (MYDC) which is under the Global Logistics Management. The scope of work includes but is not limited to all warehouse daily operations, safety, inventory management, transportation (both local distribution as well as import/export), customs related matters and to support BUs for DC related matters. This person shall ensure all key performance indicators (KPIs) will be achieved.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise logistics staff to manage their daily operations for the team to achieve a predefined target.
• Manage 3PLs to handle any operational activities in the DC team to meet customer requirements and ensure the highest customer satisfaction (ECE: Extraordinary Customer Experience).
• Liaise with 3PLs to monitor DC workload levels and take necessary actions to ensure the minimum overtime is required while still meeting prescribed productivity and service goals.
• Work with 3PLs to deploy the continuous improvement process and Kaizen activities in DC operation using TEOA requirements as a benchmark.
• Develop, maintain and review physical procedures and standard work for all functional areas of DC to ensure they are up-to-date and match the actual operation.
• Liaise with Global Trade Services and appointed customs broker to ensure all customs related matters are executed per local customs law/regulation. Close cooperation with BU ITCOs for HS Code Classification.
• Coordinate with related parties including TE’s customs broker, DC Operation (3PLs) and customers/customer’s broker to ensure that customs reports per Malaysia bonded regulation have been prepared and submitted on-time with 100% accuracy.
• Manage carriers/forwarders (all modes; including air, ocean, truck and small package) to deliver shipments to DC/customers on-time. Monitor and scrutinize freight spending, especially those irregular high spending.
• Ensure accuracy of freight/broker invoices.
• Manage DC spending to achieve CPC target and provide updates to Corporate for any regular cost review.
• Participate in any new system enhancements, e.g. S/4 Hana Implementation, etc. that is related to DC.
• Support any Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Implementation and other requests from Bus/Corporate.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in any field with 8-10 years of logistics working experience.
• Hands-on experience in DC operation and process improvement. Experience managing 3PLs would be an advantage.
• SAP Experience on WM is preferred.
• Working knowledge of import/export customs procedures and requirements including licensing, FTA and classification requirements. Experience on customs bonded and LMW is desirable.
• Demonstrated personal leadership of DC teams, demonstrating organizational and management skills, and achieving quality results through team interaction and effective cross-group collaboration (internal and 3PLs team).
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to analyze data and use critical thinking to reach logical conclusions and decisions; results-oriented; relies on fact-based logic for decision-making.
• Ability to communicate with senior management through well-formulated presentations and discussions.
• Business acumen, a detailed understanding of business processes and the ability to institute/influence change management as needed.
• Proven computer skills in Microsoft suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.

Competencies
Motivating Others
Building Effective Teams
Managing and Measuring Work

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)