Assistant Manager - Contract Logistics / SCM, Continuous Improvement (KL)

Assistant Manager - Contract Logistics / SCM, Continuous Improvement (KL)

DB Schenker Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

• Lead the implementation / Ensure the sustainability of Operations Standards across Health and safety, 5S and visual Management, Performance Management, Process Management, Business Continuity and Continuous Improvement.
• Identify and implement / conduct operational improvement studies on productivity, waste identification, and elimination of waste at the operational level.
• Lead Continuous Improvement workshops for assigned areas such as VSM, Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and 8D Problem-Solving.
• Ensure follow-up of ongoing continuous improvement actions. Maintain a good relationship with the Operations team and support Lean activities / CI Improvement.
• Review site CI project submissions from the site team and advise Lean strategies to troubleshoot issues related to Lean tools.
• Develop key metrics / initiatives to monitor and capture non-added value tasks, deviation from the standard process, etc. Monitor performance metrics and measurements related to CI / OE Scorecard and KPI.
• Initiate, develop and assess the site's LEAN maturity, conduct training such as Lean games, Kaizen, 5S, and Lean Introduction Training (LIT).
• University or Polytechnic graduate in Logistics and Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Management or from a relevant technical field.
• At least 3 years CI experience in logistics / 3PL, with Lean expertise in warehouse / shop floor environment and digitalization knowledge.
• Lean Six Sigma and Business Analytics qualification will have added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Powerpoint, Power BI, Power Apps)
• Self-starter with a positive attitude to overcome problems effectively and able to work under their initiative with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel interstate & / or overseas on projects as required for agreed durations.

Benefits

To be considered for this position you must have valid rights to work and live in Malaysia.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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