Total 2 Manager supply chain operator job vacancies in D11 Novena, Thomson, Watten Estate

Objective:

The Head of Supply Chain will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the supply chain function within our business. This individual will play a critical role in optimizing our logistics processes, production management, last mile management, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods from production to customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Roles & Responsibility:

• Manage supply chain, including production and last mile with overall business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize the supply chain function and support the growth objectives of the business.
• Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, including production, last mile management, in-house fleet and warehouse staff.
• Inventory management, planning and forecasting for the replenishment & supply chain strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Procurement, Sales, and Finance, to align supply chain strategies with overall business objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure timely delivery of goods and minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and develop action plans to address issues and drive performance improvements.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes affecting the supply chain function, and recommend strategies to adapt to these changes.
• Oversee inventory management processes, including forecasting, demand planning, and inventory optimization, to minimize stock-outs and excess inventory.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Act as a key stakeholder in the selection and implementation of supply chain management systems and technologies to support business growth and efficiency goals.

Job Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
• Sound knowledge and experience in supply chain management and operations.
• Leadership and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical thinking skills: a strategic thinker, with commercial acumen to understand business needs and identify opportunities.
• Able to turn strategies into tactical plans which can give better results
• Must also function well in a team environment

Summary

· Responsible for overseeing and managing customs and trade compliance within the Group's supply chain, ensuring regulatory adherence and optimizing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

· Working directly with the respective markets and business units and provides leadership to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for import/export.

This position will be directly responsible coordinating and executing strategic Customs and Trade compliance strategies. The position operates in a matrix environment across all of DKSH operating entities.

Responsibilities

• Manage DKSH's global trade compliance program in collaboration with Finance, Legal, and Internal Audit to ensure full company compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including those related to export control.
• Responsible for global alignment of, educating, training, program development, implementation, maintenance and audit of customs compliance, free trade agreements, export control, trade compliance and CTPAT.
• Global oversight of Global Trade Compliance and Brokerage/Customs Activities and interpretation of applicable regulations and meeting regulatory trade requirements.
• Work collaboratively with supply chain Leaders in the markets to ensure robust internal controls are integrated into operational processes and procedures.
• Responsible for the development, maintenance, and distribution global trade compliance (import and export related) policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all Government regulations and laws.
• Ensure processes are aligned with best practices and adhere to external regulatory developments and policy changes as well as internally driven business changes.
• Explore and identify FTA opportunities and establish operational processes to achieve the goal.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit and Group Risk to conduct import/export compliance audits. Collaborates with Supply Chain Leaders to assess risk in import and export compliance programs, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and legal requirements across all sites.
• Oversee Customs Brokerage agreements, formal contracts and detailed scope of work. Maintain Broker relationships.
• Identify cost savings initiatives for Customs brokerage, duty, taxes, and other trade related expenses and track progress.
• Management of Supply Chain Customs & Trade programs
• Oversight of Customs audit activity.
• Responsible for minimizing DKSH exposure to legal liabilities and avoiding penalties, fines, and supply chain delays.
• Provide leadership to implement automated solutions for trade compliance business.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement activity to automate processes and improve trade data visibility.
• Develop standardized, customs and trade specific performance measurement systems.
• Develop risk management programs to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios.
• Monitor changes in Customs regulations and requirements and notify business leaders of any impact.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Master degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain / Logistics or related field is required.
• CTPAT for custom brokerage certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Global experience in customs and trade compliance including Asia, Europe and US.
• Experience in Supply Chain Management in a multinational or global organization preferred, along with a track record of successfully leading global customs and trade compliance function.
• Experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and programs related to these areas is a plus.
• Good understanding of Supply Chain Management
• Operational understanding of global trade compliance issues, including deep experience and comprehensive knowledge of import and export trade laws and regulations
• Clear understanding and experience in all facets of international trade across a global supply chain including tariffs, duty (drawback), FTZ, regulations, trade compliance, bonded warehousing, etc.
• Strong knowledge in FTA (Free Trade Agreement) and AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) for ASEAN and RCEP Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership
• Savvy in Harmonized System (HS) code and tariff management
• Possesses critical analytical skills to perform highly complex analysis related to total cost of ownership.
• Demonstrated trade compliance and customs management through developing relationships and working across multiple countries to achieve common supply chain, logistics and transportation goals.
• Progressive responsibilities in all areas of customs and trade compliance