Regional Head of Logistics
About this position
As the Regional Head of Logistics (RHOL) of Asia Pacific, you will provide leadership and oversight to the Logistics teams in APAC and will be directly responsible for logistics initiatives in your region. You will build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Service Delivery.
Responsibilities
• Management of inbound and outbound transport & warehouse footprint within the region
• Oversight and review of logistics provider spend and tender processes for transport and warehousing within the region.
• Management of Country Heads of Logistics and/or the Cluster Heads of Logistics within their region
• Oversee end to end transport and logistics within the region, including but not limited to Finished Goods, Spare Parts (parcel), and Final Mile Installation
• Tracking and reporting of regional KPIs
• Executing the global logistics strategy within their region including special continuous improvement projects
• Collaborating with other RHOLs to identify process efficiencies and standardize business processes
• Point of contact for country level logistics escalations and for key providers within the region
• Implementation of risk mitigation and resilience initiatives with input and direction from the Supply Chain Excellence group
Requirements
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in managing logistics operations at a regional or global level.
• A background in similar industry is a plus
• Ability to deliver on agreed savings and value targets. Familiar with competitive environments, where year-over-year cost down and continuous improvement is a norm.
• Proven ability to grow and develop high performance teams.
• Outstanding relationship management skills required to build strong trusting relationships with cross functional and cross geographical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skills in supplier management with the ability to negotiate with suppliers in a formal request for partnership process or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent by experience.
• Strong analytical skill