Sr Manager Distribution

THE ROLE:

Our client is a 40 years global health and wellness company that sells weight management, nutrition, and personal care products with presence in more than 90 countries. This position is responsible for managing and leading a team in Philippines to deliver effective Distribution & Logistics Operations in Warehousing, Inventory Control, Logistics, Transportation, 3PL Management, Imports, Distribution Compliance, Project Management, Process Improvement and Develop Strategy to ensure high performance & service standards

THE TEAM:

The Distribution & Logistics team is dedicated, passionate, highly motivated, hands-on, result oriented, collaborative, good at managing change and more importantly solution driven. They work closely with cross function & business teams to support the market business deliver high levels of performance to support members.

Leadership

• Oversee the day-to-day support operations that facilitate the smooth running of distribution and logistics activities. Ensure that all support tasks are performed efficiently and align with overall operational goals

• Owns decisions related to daily management and operational improvements within the distribution and logistics support functions.

• Coordinate with internal departments (such as Supply Chain Planning, GDTS, Controller, Cost Accounting, Customer Service) and external partners (including carriers and third-party logistics providers) to ensure cohesive operation and resolve any logistical issues.

• Manage and develop the logistics support team, providing training, guidance, and performance management to ensure a high-performing team.

• Develop / update long term road map and Distribution & Logistics Strategy on an annual basis to align & support Country Business Requirements

• Work on strengthening Supply Chain Org / talent development to support market requirements Develop team members, succession planning for future leaders.

Warehouse Operations

• Develop / Drive Warehousing Strategy, Infrastructure & Partners with adequate capacity / technologies to manage processing of Pickup / Home Deliveries with high service standards to the Members

• Ensure all Warehousing locations are compliant with local regulatory & company Quality Requirements for Storage / Handling & Distribution of Company Products

• Driving Sustainability in Warehousing Operations

Logistics / Distribution Operations

• Ensure an effective in-country distribution network for supply of Company Products

• Drive import / export operations for Company Products ensuring clearances are in line with current import/export codes, regulations

3PL Management

• Drive Negotiations / Bidding projects in coordination with GTS for selecting / developing Partners to provide Supply Chain Services

• Implement an effective 3PL warehouse management program through frequent 3PL reviews & ensure Partners meet agreed KPIs

Product Access / Project Management

• Support Business requirements for better Product Access along with review of trending Distribution models

• Drive process improvements within the distribution and logistics support functions to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service quality.

Inventory Control / Operations Compliance

• Ensure all distribution and logistics activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Monitor compliance and adapt practices to meet changing regulations and standards.

• Drive inventory accuracy with proper controls at all Company Inventory storage locations.
• Ensure Procedures are developed / updated for all local country operations

• Closure of Internal Audit, SOX & Quality Audit findings

Manufacturing

• Support Contract Manufacturing Operations in the market for locally produced products

Others

• Monitor Dept Performance & ensure Distribution & Logistics KPIs are met

• Conduct monthly reviews and provide monthly reports for Corp / local / Regional Management.

• Provide support to key Sales Events of the Company as an when required

Requirements

• At least 10 – 15 years working experience in Supply Chain Operations Management, with minimum 10 years management role
• Strong analytical, planning, negotiation. Certificates of CPIM or in Logistics Planning are preferred.
• Good project management skills.
• Experience with order management & customer handling
• Strong Computer skills including the complete Microsoft Office package
• Experience with inventory control systems and ERP software is a must, prefer Oracle, industry certificate is a plus
• Good communication skills in English (both Oral & Written). Bilingual as native speaker for local market
• Good presentation and reporting skills
• Strong Leadership & People Management skills along with the ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderate stressful environment
• Result Oriented, Good time management and multi-tasking management skills
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimum supervision, direction
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to changing priorities
• Ability to prioritize works for effective implementation.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels.
• Good Understanding of Local Regulations impacting Product Storage & Distribution
• Innovation / Solution Driven for process improvement
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.