About the role

The incumbent will be part of a larger team within the Logistics department in providing seamless and customer-focused

solutions to support the achievement of business objectives.

What you will be doing

• Communicate with customer, warehouse and forwarder in day to day operations

• Validating shipping documents from vendors, ensuring document completeness and accuracy adhering to SOP

• Advise vendor the mode of transports based on guidelines.

• Liaising with vendors / forwarders on shipment arrangements

• Monitoring of shipment status and to address custom clearance issues promptly.

• Reporting tasks (Extracting of reports from portal)

• Other ad hoc - Further duties to be identified in due course.

The successful candidate

• Preferably Diploma / Degree in Logistics / Supply chain

• Candidate with minimum 2-3 years’ experience

• He/She must equip with effective communication and collaboration skills to work with vendor, supply chain

team, marketing team and freight forwarders.

• Candidates to equip with basic MS Office skills

About the role:

The incumbent will be part of a solution team within the Contract Logistics Department in leading continuous improvement projects for Warehouse, Labelling and Assembly, providing seamless and customer-focused data analytics and solutions to improve customer service and operation efficiency.

What you will be doing:

Leading the Solution Team for a Luxury Goods account at 11 Pioneer Turn with below responsibilities:

Project

o   Driving continuous improvement initiatives with impacts on company or customer profitability

o   Identification of areas of improvements with key stakeholders

o   Design, proposal, and implementation of solution across different departments: Warehouse, Value Added Services, Customer Service, Quality, Sustainability

o   Alignment on project priorities and communication on progress to stakeholder

o   Coaching a team of 3 Logistics Analysts + interns to deliver project roadmap and to grow team members

o   Allocation of projects and tasks to team members based on priorities, availabilities, and competencies

Finance

o   Organizing semi-annual budget exercise revising last year spending and forecasting next year spendings

o   Ensuring monthly Billing accuracy

o   Improvement of P&L analytics and financial controlling

o   Supporting a team of 2 on daily financial operations

Ad hoc

o   Data extraction request from customer or Operations

o   Spot analysis request from customer or Operations

The successful candidate

·       4 to 6 years’ experience in Logistics / Supply Chain Industry or Project Management

·       Degree in Logistics / Industrial Engineering or comparable field of study

·       Strong data crunching, analytical and problem-solving abilities

·       Knowledge in lean, six sigma, 5S, WMS

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, SQL

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·       Mandarin / French is a plus

About the job

You will support the Goods Flow Manager in ensuring smooth and efficient goods flow operations in the store. This includes managing stock accuracy and availability, overseeing receiving and replenishment processes, and leading the team responsible for these operations.

Your assignment

• You will lead the team and work closely with other departments to ensure the highest level of customer service standards are executed
• You shall review the operation process and provide feedback and solutions to secure a more profitable and smooth operations
• You will ensure efficient daily goods flow operations in the role’s area of responsibility in accordance to Global Service Protocol.
• You will ensure the goods flow team complies with IKEA code of conduct, internal IKEA regulations and local legislation relating to health, safety and security and work place environment.
• You will develop and lead the goods flow team to secure competence in the workplace and succession planning.

• Reporting and updating of daily KPI for ASEAN
• Managing and resolving customers complaints
• Collating and updating of various logistics information (Warehouse productivity, stock ageing, costs etc)
• Verifying invoice cost on warehouse, inbound/outbound cost
• Verifying ad-hoc cost for shipment invoices (DHL/Fedex)
• Updating and summarising incoming shipment report, inbound movement report and outbound shipment report
• Requesting for quotations from freight forwarders for both import and export shipment
• Cycle Counting using SAP to check physical stock using warehouse counts
• Coordinating monthly billings and subsequently hosting monthly department meeting
• Communication and coordination with leading logistics service providers and warehouse employees
• Other ad-hoc tasks may assigned

General Description (Job Scope)

• Responsible for overseeing the department's operations covering the customers business requirements from order fulfilment, delivery timelines, inventory integrity, record and documentations
• Training and development of staffs ensuring job compliance, discipline and quality work output from staff
• Preparation of management KPIs for timely reporting and management review
• Invoicing of customers for timely collection of revenue
• Handle day to day operation issues
• Any other assigned duties in the warehouse as instructed by superior

Skill Required

• Hands-on experience in storekeeping will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to converse in English
• Accuracy and speed in performing daily activities

Experience and Qualification

• Diploma in Logistics Mgt
• Minimum 4 years experiences in the warehouse/logistics operations in a MNC or freight forwarding/logistics company.

• Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services
• Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
• Arrange warehouse, catalog goods, plan routes and process shipments
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints
• Supervise, coach and train warehouse workforce
• Meet cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements
• Comply with laws, regulations and ISO requirements

1.⁠ ⁠Logistics Planning and Coordination

- Develop and implement logistics plans to ensure efficient transportation and distribution of goods.

- Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

- Plan and schedule shipments to optimize delivery times and reduce costs.

2.⁠ ⁠Inventory Management

- Monitor inventory levels and manage stock to prevent shortages or excess.

- Maintain accurate inventory records and forecast demand to ensure timely replenishment.

- Implement inventory control procedures to minimize waste and losses.

3.⁠ ⁠Transportation Management

- Select and manage transportation providers to ensure reliable and cost-effective delivery services.

- Negotiate transportation rates and contracts with carriers.

- Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and address any issues that arise during transit.

4.⁠ ⁠Process Improvement

- Analyze logistics processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to optimize logistics operations.

- Conduct regular reviews and audits of logistics performance and implement corrective actions as needed.

5.⁠ ⁠Stakeholder Communication

- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, carriers, and customers, to ensure smooth logistics operations.

- Provide regular updates on shipment status and address any concerns or issues promptly.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align logistics strategies with overall business objectives.

6.⁠ ⁠Compliance and Documentation

- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards related to transportation and logistics.

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all logistics activities.

- Prepare and present reports on logistics performance and KPIs to management.

1.⁠ ⁠Project Design and Implementation

- Design and develop logistics systems, processes, and workflows.

- Create detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.

- Oversee the implementation of logistics projects, ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications.

2.⁠ ⁠Process Optimization

- Analyze current logistics operations to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.

- Develop and implement strategies to optimize transportation, warehousing, and distribution processes.

- Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies to enhance logistics performance.

3.⁠ ⁠Data Analysis and Reporting

- Collect and analyze data related to logistics operations and performance metrics.

- Generate reports to provide insights and support decision-making.

- Develop and maintain dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).

4.⁠ ⁠Technical Support and Troubleshooting

- Provide technical expertise and support to logistics teams.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to logistics systems and processes.

- Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure the smooth functioning of logistics technologies.

5.⁠ ⁠Stakeholder Collaboration

- Work closely with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments to coordinate logistics activities.

- Communicate project updates and changes to stakeholders effectively.

- Foster strong relationships with all stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.

6.⁠ ⁠Compliance and Risk Management

- Ensure logistics operations comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.

- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and risk management.

7.⁠ ⁠Continuous Improvement

- Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in logistics and supply chain technologies.

- Implement innovative solutions to enhance logistics operations.

- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics team.

Key Responsibilities:*

1.⁠ ⁠Project Planning and Management

- Develop and implement detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.

- Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and addressing any issues or risks.

2.⁠ ⁠Logistics Coordination

- Oversee all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution.

- Ensure efficient and cost-effective flow of goods from suppliers to end customers.

- Optimize logistics processes to improve delivery times, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.

3.⁠ ⁠Team Leadership

- Lead and mentor project team members, providing guidance and support to achieve project objectives.

- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

- Conduct performance evaluations and identify development opportunities for team members.

4.⁠ ⁠Stakeholder Communication

- Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and internal departments.

- Facilitate regular communication and updates to ensure alignment and address any concerns.

- Prepare and present project status reports to senior management.

5.⁠ ⁠Budget and Resource Management

- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met.

- Allocate resources effectively to maximize productivity and meet project deadlines.

- Negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers to secure favorable terms.

6.⁠ ⁠Risk Management

- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes.

- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.

- Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned.

7.⁠ ⁠Technology and Innovation

- Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in logistics technology.

- Implement innovative solutions to enhance logistics operations and drive continuous improvement.

- Utilize data analytics to monitor performance metrics and make data-driven decisions.

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  • Customer Service Oversight:
  • Supervise and mentor customer service teams to ensure prompt, courteous, and effective resolution of customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Develop and implement customer service policies and procedures to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Performance Metrics:
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for customer service activities.
  • Analyze customer feedback and service data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and training needs.
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM):
  • Manage the CRM system to track customer interactions, sales, and support activities.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date customer information and generate reports for strategic decision-making.
  • Communication:
  • Act as a liaison between customers and other departments to resolve issues and improve overall service.
  • Develop and distribute regular customer service reports to senior management.
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  • Logistics Systems Management:
  • Logistics Operations:
  • Oversee the end-to-end logistics operations, including warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution.
  • Ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics processes that meet customer demands and delivery schedules.
  • System Implementation and Management:
  • Implement and maintain logistics management systems (LMS) and other relevant technology solutions.
  • Integrate logistics systems with other business systems (e.g., ERP, CRM) to improve data accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Supply Chain Coordination:
  • Collaborate with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to optimize the supply chain.
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure the best terms and conditions for the company.
  • Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in logistics and supply chain management.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments of logistics operations to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Reporting and Analysis:
  • Prepare and present regular reports on logistics performance, including metrics on cost, efficiency, and delivery times.
  • Use data analytics to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and optimize routing and transportation schedules.

About the role

A solution orientated Procurement Executive who can formulate and drive a consistent approach towards all sourcing, negotiation, purchasing and tendering activities, to ensure value for money is maximized and cost savings generated. She/he will always ensure that all purchasing activities support and strengthen the strategic objectives of the overall organization.  

What you will be doing

• Co-ordinate, facilitate and manage Procurement processes - Sourcing, RFQ, Negotiation, Vendor Management etc 

• Drive for cost reduction initiatives, promote sustainable sourcing and continuous business processes improvement 

• Gather data, market analysis and information of commodities to support plans and decisions (Bench Marking Exercise) 

• Engage with Operations teams to deliver added value products and services 

• Attend to Operations’ feedback and assist in resolving problems with suppliers 

• Support backend offices such as HR, IT, QHSE, Facility etc. in sourcing and negotiation activities 

• Work closely with Legal in contract negotiation with suppliers 

• Support Procurement team in day-to-day Procurement task and provide administrative support 

The successful candidate

• Degree/Diploma in Business or Supply Chain fields 

• Ideally 5 years working experiences. Experienced in purchasing and logistics is an advantage 

• Proficient in Microsoft office 

• Smart time management of workload, resourceful and able to perform and accomplish the tasks assigned under tight schedule 

• Innovative/creativity, high integrity, and takes initiative/challenge 

• Strong interpersonal/communication skills and effective problem-solving skills 

• Team player in a fast pace and dynamic environment 

• Basic understanding of purchasing workflow & process 

JOB SUMMARY:

Gradiant is seeking a highly motivated, empathetic and detail-oriented Logistics & Procurement Executive to oversee and manage logistics and procurement related matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Logistic

• Working closely with logistics/shipping companies or agents for scheduling shipments
• Handling end to end coordination and documentation for all modes of shipments.
• Preparing Certificate of Origin, customs/insurance declaration
• Preparing LC, freight, BL, Invoice, Packing List, and insurance drafts
• Ensuring timely submission, status tracking of all shipping documents, and preparing necessary reports
• Work closely with Project and Operations team to schedule, track and monitor all incoming shipments.

2. Procurement

• Generate Purchase Orders to respective suppliers based on project needs.
• Check Purchase Invoice for discrepancies on product type, quantity and price.
• Responsible for liaising with finance to clear all vendors’ payments before the due date and in accordance to agreed payment terms.
• Perform sourcing when needed – Obtaining quotations from vendors and ensuring the validities remain current.
• Negotiating with vendors, if necessary.

3. Others

• Support team members whenever needed.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager/management.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma in Supply Chain/Procurement/Logistics or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-4 years of working experience, preferably in the Water/Oil & Gas industry.

JOB SPECIFICS:

• Ability to work in a high energy, start-up-based environment and multi-tasking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, meticulous, and possess good organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.

This recruitment effort is in collaboration with e2i

What the role involves:

1. Handle ocean import process (communicate with customer, data entry, raise payment voucher, arrange transportation)
2. Arrange payments with Carrier / Co-loader upon receipt of Arrival Notices from Carriers / Co-loaders.
3. Process / input data of incoming shipments in Yunas system.
4. Sending Arrival Notice to customers, and liaise for clearance and delivery instructions
5. Arrange for insurance coverage in required by customers
6. Arrange clearance documents and liaise with transporters for delivery arrangement
7. Follow-up on the arrival of shipment, and delivery process
8. Liaise with customers / carriers / co-loaders if there is any discrepancy to the cargoes upon clearance
9. Raise invoices and dispatch to customer, and follow-up with customers if there is any discrepancy
10. Extract data for simple report (Excel) if required by customers

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

1. Minimum O level and above
2. 1 Year of Experience preferably in freight forwarding or shipping.
3. Good communication skill and a team player with positive working attitude

About the role

Reporting to the Regional Account Manager, Asia Pacific, the Regional Key Account Support Intern will be part of the Luxury Fashion vertical and will be responsible for developing key materials to support vertical growth in Asia Pacific. This 6-months full-time internship will begin in January 2025.

What you will be doing

• Support the updating and maintenance of existing communication content (such as newsletters, workshops etc.)
• Support existing account through problem solving
• Help to develop Gantt chart for Project management follow-up
• Assist in Project management follow-up and milestones commitment
• Support countries during tender phase through vendor follow-up and DACs

The successful candidate

Essential

• Undergraduate in Business / Sales / Supply Chain
• Analytical, with the ability to translate complex requirements and data into effective solutions
• Team player, ability to work effectively across all levels from management to operators and across different functional areas
• Strong project management, planning and organizational skills
• Able to work independently
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint

Desirable

• Working knowledge of MS Visio, MS Project will be a plus

About the role

Reporting to Vice President, Air, this internship role will have the opportunity to work with the different entities on exciting projects as well as to analyse various reports to provide information to our Regional Air Freight team for strategic business decisions. This 6-month full-time internship commences Dec 2024/Jan 2025.

What you will be doing

• Prepare monthly reports relating to air freight activities
• Detect irregular data from the reports and analyse the root cause
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as per requested by stakeholders
• Follow up with entities on the issues and/or comments of working reports
• Be involved in Middle Office Air Dashboard Enhancement Project
• Work with OMC on various projects on data management
• Maintain the BSA contract library
• Support RFQ activity to carriers for 2025 capacity

The successful applicant

Essential

• Polytechnic or university undergraduate or graduate in Business Management, Data Analytics, Data Science or related fields
• Meticulous, analytical, and can work independently
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Knowledge in PowerBI and/or Tableau

Desirable

• Keen to learn, fast learner
• Systematic, organized and able to multi-task
• Able to work under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines
• Team player with positive attitude

1.    To perform Data Analysis and Reporting
a.    Analyse and generate reports of Asia Pacific data on Customer Backlog (CBL) 
b.    Work with Sales Logistics Customer Interface Team to ensure data quality and track the progress of CBL.
c.    Perform data validation, identify the root cause and resolves issues to improve the order fulfilment rate and overall impact on customer service level. 
d.    Write complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and aggregate data from large databases efficiently. 
•    Utilize Common Table Expressions (CTEs) to create temporary result sets and simplify query readability. 
•    Leverage Window functions to perform advanced analytical operations, such as ranking, partitioning, and aggregations, within SQL queries.
•    Optimize SQL queries for performance by using appropriate indexing strategies and query execution plans.
•    Employ various JOIN operations (INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, FULL OUTER JOIN) to merge data from multiple database tables efficiently.
•    Create subqueries and correlated subqueries when necessary to retrieve specific subsets of data.
•    Implement conditional logic and CASE statements within SQL queries to handle complex data transformations.

e.    Continuously optimize SQL queries for performance, scalability, and maintainability. 
f.    Monitor and tune database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval.

2.    To build and enhance scripts / dashboards to support Process Automation
a.    Build and enhance Power BI dashboards with existing databases (SQL database, etc.) on different Order To Cash (O2C) topics.
b.    Maintain and improve current Power BI dashboards, including enhancing SQL scripts in databases and DAX measures in Power BI.
c.    Provide technical support to resolve data-related issues and troubleshoot problems in dashboards, and reports.
d.    Develop Python scripts to streamline and automate manual data transformation processes. 
e.    Identify repetitive data preparation tasks and create reusable Python scripts to perform data cleansing, formatting, and aggregation. 
f.    Continuously optimize and enhance Python scripts for performance, scalability, and efficiency.

3.    Cross-Functional Collaboration
a.    Collaborate and align with central departments / stakeholders to support in achieving sales targets.
b.    Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of data analysis and reporting solutions. 
c.    Collaborate with project stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

About the role

When looking for a solution for a problem, knowing the law is only half of the equation.

Reporting to the Regional Ethics & Compliance Director in our Asia-Pacific office, this role aims to impart you with a practical experience to deal with the practice of compliance.

This role will support the implementation of the CEVA Compliance program across Asia-Pacific and ensure CEVA's compliance with E&C regulations, principles, and standards in Asia-Pacific.

This 6-month full-time internship commences Dec 2024/Jan 2025.

What you will be doing

Principal Responsibilities

• Assisting in the implementation of CEVA Compliance Program in APAC
• Brainstorming, sourcing, and implementing solutions to improve compliance processes such as Trade Compliance, Regulatory Compliance and Governance
• Driving Asia-Pacific’s Ethics & Compliance innovation
• Assisting in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures
• Raising the visibility of the Ethics & Compliance department and educating our internal clients

The successful candidate

Essential

• Undergraduate Degree in the relevant area, including Law or Compliance
• General knowledge in Ethics & Compliance ie. Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption internal laws, Trade Compliance, Data Privacy and Competition Laws in Asia-Pacific
• Proactive, collaborative, meticulous and eager to learn
• Reliable, respectful, and responsive
• High standard of ethics and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• A curious mind that frequently questions: How can we do this better?

Desirable

• Technologically savvy
• Process driven

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Vertical - Beauty, the Regional Key Account Support Intern will be part of the Beauty vertical and will be responsible in providing support for various marketing, communication and projects in the region. This 6-months full-time internship commences Dec 2024/ Jan 2025.

What you will be doing

• Collating of monthly Beauty reports from all entities
• Support the maintenance of Beauty vertical's SharePoint and updating of Beauty's ASPAC deck
• Consolidate statistical elements from various operation sites and achieve a monthly regional reporting vision of our business
• Participate in the set-up and follow-up of internal standard procedures to enhance productivity and transparency
• Maintain acceptable Health, Safety and Environmental risk levels in his/her area of responsibility
• Ensure the compliance with applicable legal requirements

The successful candidate

• Degree or Diploma in Business, Marketing or Communications preferred
• Strong proficiency in English (written & spoken)
• Analytical, with ability to translate complex requirements and data into effective solutions
• Strong marketing, project management and organizational skills
• Takes initiative and able to to work independently
• Advanced in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Visio, MS Project

This recruitment effort is in collaboration with e2i

What the role involves:

1. Handle ocean import process (communicate with customer, data entry, raise payment voucher, arrange transportation)
2. Arrange payments with Carrier / Co-loader upon receipt of Arrival Notices from Carriers / Co-loaders.
3. Process / input data of incoming shipments in Yunas system.
4. Sending Arrival Notice to customers, and liaise for clearance and delivery instructions
5. Arrange for insurance coverage in required by customers
6. Arrange clearance documents and liaise with transporters for delivery arrangement
7. Follow-up on the arrival of shipment, and delivery process
8. Liaise with customers / carriers / co-loaders if there is any discrepancy to the cargoes upon clearance
9. Raise invoices and dispatch to customer, and follow-up with customers if there is any discrepancy
10. Extract data for simple report (Excel) if required by customers

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

1. Minimum O level and above
2. 1 Year of Experience preferably in freight forwarding or shipping.
3. Good communication skill and a team player with positive working attitude

The Logistics Solutions Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies with Singapore and Japan HQ Sales & 3PL Departments to achieve 3PL sales targets. He/ She should be a subject expert in logistics technology and solutions which is essential to identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities. He / She will be involved in establishing and building business relationships and acting as the main point of contact for customers located in Singapore and Japan. The specialist will analyse sales performance, set up pricing models, and ensure the delivery of quality, reliable, scalable, and productive solutions to meet customer satisfaction.

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve 3PL sales targets.
• Identify new and existing business opportunities, establish and build business relationships.
• Act as the customer’s main point of contact, liaising closely with internal departments to ensure queries, problems, or issues are dealt with appropriately.
• Analyse sales performance and effectiveness of sales strategies through CRM data and other sources.
• Set up pricing models through a strong understanding of 3PL variable and fixed costs and develop pricing strategies through analysis of competitors' pricing models and market trends.
• Provide customers with the best possible solutions to solve their logistical issues, achieving and monitoring customer KPIs and initiatives.
• Prepare weekly/monthly update reports on pipelines, targets, budgeting achievements, and review new opportunities and business acquisition plans to both Japan HQ and Singapore Office.
• Collaborate with the 3PL General Manager and other stakeholders to analyze and identify the customer’s supply chain, operational flow, pain points, and needs to propose optimal solutions.
• Design realistic supply chain and operational solutions, including a variety of solutions ranging from conventional operations to new technologies.
• Design warehouse layouts to suit logistical needs and customer requirements using reliable software (e.g., AutoCAD) and operational design methods.
• Operate the implementation of proposed and accepted operations, including planning, budgeting, and monitoring progress.
• Ensure proposed solutions are reliable, secure, and scalable for future enhancements.
• Evaluate and review the effectiveness of solutions and make necessary adjustments to improve performance.
• Stay abreast of technology trends in logistics and propose technology solutions for improvements.
• Conduct profitability analysis of 3PL projects to identify key drivers that enable strategic decision-making.

Other Requirements

• Minimum Degree Holder in logistics, SCM, computer science
• Minimum 5~6 years’ working experience in 3PL logistics, 3PL sales, IT related fields.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) in English and Japanese to communicate with Japan and Singapore offices.
• Possess customer-facing sales experience and strong customer acquisition skills.
• Good understanding of logistics and supply chain operations and technology
• Possess experience in leading and operating logistic projects.
• Analytical and problem -solving skills.
• Good presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

Overview
In this role you will be assigned to a cooking or food preparation station and support the central kitchen team and operations manager in delivering consistent food quality and comply with food hygiene management systems.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Follow LWB standard operating procedures for food preparation
- Provide support in kitchen, production and delivery sections
- Preparation of food items in respective stations
- Receiving, sorting, preparing and storing raw ingredients
- Maintaining food consistency and quality
- Complying with LWB policies in ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 standards
- Monitoring production and wastage records; adjusting production to maintain sufficient product while minimizing wastage
- Cleaning of equipment and tools after usage (kitchen appliances, work surface and floors)
-Ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene levels of food preparation areas

Responsibilities:

• Drive innovative and sustainable supply chain solutions, to accelerate commercial success for Nestle and the Customer, that deliver a competitive advantage relative to their key industry rivals by optimising cost to serve and maximising product availability.
• To coordinate all development and customer management initiatives across the Order-to-Cash process, resolve issues and build key customer relationships.
• Ensure outstanding delivery of 3PL services (warehouse and distribution) at minimum cost by closely and effectively managing the relationships with them.

Requirements:

• Experience in Customer Service in a similar market environment or trade structure or operational experience in one of the following areas: Physical Logistics, Demand or Supply Planning, Warehouse Management, Transportation, Physical Logistics Projects
• General sales experience especially Key Account / Event Management / Customer Channel Sales Development.
• Project management in a CS related area / Distribution Network Redesign / High Performance Logistics / Customer Logistics.
• Dealing or working with/for Customers or Suppliers (Distributors, Retailers, Suppliers etc).
• Experience in supervising or managing a team

What the role involves:

1. Need to manage a team of Sales Supports and Helpdesk, on top of supporting accounts.
2. Need to demonstrate leadership skills to the team and to work closely with other team leaders to achieve organisational goals and objectives
3. Liaise and coordinate with Yusen global offices/agents with regards to sales-related enquiries and routing orders received.
4. Provide in-house support to the Sales Personnel & own accounts on sales quotations, RFIs, SOPs, RFQs and enquiries pertaining to targeted and current accounts
5. Need to physically front clients and support existing key accounts on the maintenance and business development.
6. Need to take the lead on the escalations and business implementations of the allocated existing clients and organise the needed meetings internally with corresponding business units.
7. For accounts supported, need to collaborate with network offices & Tender team to reinforce strategy for tender nominations.
8. Follow-up on client quotations and enquiries within stipulated time period.
9. Generate weekly/monthly reports for customers, in accordance to their requested format.
10. Follow up on clients outstanding payment in terms of escalations, invoice verification issues and handle rate disputes.
11. Maintain customer tariffs in server adequately
12. Manage FMC filing and rates maintenance for accounts with which we are the Business Owner.
13. Arrange credit facility approval for new clients.
14. Follow up and arrange triangle shipment billing instructions with respective business units
15. Visit customers independently to support their current business needs, with the aim of business retention.
16. Take the lead in discussions with client and AFF/OFF members with regards to service recovery, first level of escalations, etc.
17. Facilitate on preparation of periodic business reviews.
18. Perform other job duties as requested by the Immediate Superior / HOD

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of relevant working experience in freight forwarding/logistic/supply chain industry or related field with leadership role working experience.
• Good Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Well organized
• Positive attitude and able work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, planning, organizing skills and meticulous.

Work Location:

2 Changi South Avenue 2, Singapore 486354 (Nearest MRT: EXPO)

Work week

5-day work week (Mondays to Fridays: 8.30 am to 6.00 pm)

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sales Support Executive to join our team. This role will provide advanced support to the sales team, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will act as a pivotal link between various departments, manage customer inquiries, and contribute to the achievement of sales targets.

What you will be doing

• Sales Support Coordination: Assist sales representatives in preparing quotations, proposals, and presentations. Ensure all SOPs are updated and communicated to the relevant customers. Follow-up quotation requests from customers and track conversion success. Identify process improvement opportunities and work with Sales manager to implement them.
• Business Implementation: Participate in new or adjusted projects’ implementation, following-up with internal and external stakeholders on milestones and targets to achieve. Proactively share innovative ideas to improve current processes in place and mapping opportunities to achieve success.
• Customer Relationship Management: Maintain and update customer information in the CRM system. Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. Escalate topics to Sales Manager to remove blockers and update the customers accordingly.
• Order Processing: Oversee the order processing cycle from receipt of the order to delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and customer requirements. Work closely with Operations to understand bottlenecks and propose short and long-term fixes.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate weekly/monthly sales reports and analytics to track performance metrics. Provide insights and recommendations to improve sales processes. Understand the customers’ needs in terms of reporting and align with IT teams to tailor the solution.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the operations, finance, IT and logistics teams to ensure coordinated efforts in meeting customer needs and achieving sales objectives.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and support the sales team in strategic planning. Share market updates and news with the relevant customers.

The successful candidate

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales support, preferably within the logistics or transportation industry.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and customer service principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Proactive and able to work independently.
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Job Role Description:

Logistics Engineer Senior Executive is responsible for the below in Contract Logistics Operation:

• To lead and drive continuous quality and process improvement in materials flow, manning, space, inventory management and fleet management.
• To manage data-related activities including setting up databases, data mining and modelling (cost-benefit analysis, problem analysis, Robotic Process Automation, etc) performing data analysis and validating data.

Job Description

• Lead and drive for continuous improvement in materials flow, manning, space and inventory management, fleet management in Contract Logistics Operation.
• Participate and drive cost reduction solutions.
• Write SOP & WI required for warehouse management and logistic operations.
• Perform risk assessment together with HSE department and ensure safety first for operation.
• Constantly strive to achieve World Class Logistics Operations in Safety, Quality, Cost and Cycle time.
• Manage data through a combination of data mining, modelling and analysis (cost-benefit analysis, problem analysis, Robotic Process Automation, etc.).
• Focus on 5S, visual management and inventory accuracy improvement.
• Must be highly energetic and have the drive to get things done ahead of plan.
• Management of inbound/outbound operations to optimize space and inventory management.
• Report key performance indices on a regular basis for Contract Logistics.

What the job role requires

Qualification/Technical:

• Preferable Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Industrial Management or Engineering. Or Diploma holder with 3 to 5 years of relevant experiences.
• Knowledge in warehouse/logistics/manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (In English).

Technological:

• Good working knowledge of 5S & visual management.
• Capable of writing SOP & WI required for warehouse management and operations.
• Knowledge of tools and methodologies like Root Cause Analysis and systematic troubleshooting methodology, etc. will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge on MHE and warehouse racking will be an added advantage.
• Preferable to have Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSA 18001 will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge with Lean methodology, six sigma and Kanban system will be an added advantage.

General:

• Able to work in fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to drive for sustainable implementation.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism.
• Skills and abilities to perform job include analytical communication, presentation skills, problem solving and troubleshooting skills, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, exercises mature judgment; ability to work in a team, as well as independently; ability to influence other people.

People/Relations:

• Able to communicate with people from all levels.
• High fluency in both spoken and written English.
• High energy and drive, with a positive, proactive attitude
• Willing to learn with challenging spirit to improve current condition.

Other Information

• Dynamic & committed with proactive working attitude.
• Strong passion for process improvement, organizational, analytical and interpersonal & people management skills.
• Intermediate to advance experience in operating ERP system (WMS/SAP/etc.) for inventory management and analysis.
• Knowledge on warehouse racks and MHE.
• Forklift licence.