Group Manager

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


Candidate must have domestic transportation knowledge (NOT FREIGHT).

The experience requirements can be:

75% Transportation + 25% Ops warehouse or 25% Transportation + 75% Ops warehouse or 50% each.

Position Summary


  • This position is responsible for the management and leadership for high level service and profitability of the accounts/divisions assigned to him. Provide management and leadership to Operations managers and functional group. He will support the General Manager in maintaining the smooth operation of all daily logistics activities and conduct in accordance to plan and procedures



Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and directions for assigned divisions of a facility.
  • Responsible for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation related activities for Singapore.
  • To lead and manage facility of company’s logistics operations (Warehousing & Transportation) including monitoring and achievement of Operation Key Performance Index i.e. Order Accuracy, Safety, Warehouse turn-around-time, Billing and documentation, Inventory Management (Control, Accuracy and level), Overtime Ratio & Labour Productivity.
  • Lead and manage the assigned logistics operations site including monitoring and achievement of Operation Key Performance Index and responsible for overall performance.
  • Review and management of Revenue & Expense of operations including Continuous monitoring of expenses and accurate application of revenue
  • Manage and develop the operations team which may include; Staff training plan, Recruitment of operations staff, Staff development activity and Ensure efficient communication between inter-departments
  • Supervises and develops managers and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
  • Defines requirements for operation and ensures the implementation of new strategies and initiatives to effectively meet or exceed requirements & customer expectations.
  • Drive Lean Warehousing System.
  • Regularly reviews performance expectations with managers providing expectations, performance planning, feedback
  • Defines roles and responsibilities, strategies and plans for the function’s future needs.




Position-specific Responsibilities
  • This includes managing budgets, organizing schedules & routes.
  • Ensuring that vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements and making sure that drivers are aware of their duties.
  • Run RFQ & Tenders for sourcing of transportation including haulage services
  • Developing transportation relationships.
  • Monitoring transport costs.
  • Negotiate and reduce costs on hired contractors, verify and authorize payment(s), Continuous sourcing of contractors, management & maintenance of assets and maximize profitability
  • To submit monthly forecast and planning to meet yearly budget for Transportation and warehousing.
  • All related matters pertaining to facility, safety and security issues.
  • As required, assist sales team in securing new business, including; conduct of facility tours, presentations on operations, site visits for customers to present capabilities and / or gather data and coordination effort with engineering and IT teams



Qualifications Summary



Experience:



This position requires at least 10 years of experience in logistics operations management providing overall direction, implementation, and continuous improvement in operations. Must have at least 3 years 3PL working experience at management level



Education:

Degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience in the logistics field.



Skills:

  • Technical Skill Requirements:
  • Proven Operational / Logistics Industry/Supply Chain Management Knowledge
  • Superior knowledge of Vertical Supply Chain, Manufacturing Logistics and Distribution Logistics
  • Knowledge of targeted Industry Groups including automotive, Hi-tech, consumer and industrial products
  • In depth knowledge of Warehousing and supply chain modal
  • Demonstrated Accounts Management competencies within 3PL. Has relevant Project or Program roll out and management experiences.
  • Prior P&L responsibility for a US$15m business
  • Strategic thinking ability with proven implementation results

o Excellent negotiation experience with customers, subcontractors, transporters, & vendors.

o Experience with customs and regulatory issues related to logistics

o Proven experience in the management of personnel for managerial and professional staff level, and in a multi-racial environment.


Requirements


Behavioral Skill Requirements:

o Strong, capable Organization Leadership skills

o Excellent planning and analyzing skills

o Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization

o Excellent Interpersonal skills

o Strong written and oral communications skills

o Ability to re-prioritize workload to support urgent requests from various operations.

o Superior Customer Relationship management skills

o Strong business acumen and operational logistics background
Behavioral Skill Requirements: o Strong, capable Organization Leadership skills o Excellent planning and analyzing skills o Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization o Excellent Interpersonal skills o Strong written and oral communications skills o Ability to re-prioritize workload to support urgent requests from various operations. o Superior Customer Relationship management skills o Strong business acumen and operational logistics background

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1108983
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
    Not mentioned