Job Title: Warehouse and Distribution Support Manager - Ice Cream

Location: Thailand

Main Job Description

Manage and Control warehouse operation in supporting total Unilever business including both local and international market, through delivery of superior Customer Service focusing on DOT – Delivery On Time at optimize Cost.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure the achievement of key targets including distribution/ warehouse cost, Case Fill, CCFOT and Inventory AccuracyEffectively manage 3PL relationships, through formal performance reviews against KPIs including service levels, costs, efficiencies and loss reductions from CCFOT analysis.Manage the flow of inventory from factory to warehouse to customers with accuracy and properly handling at optimum costs while deliver customer satisfactionTo lead design, development, implement, management of logistics solution through collaboration with 3PLs in satisfying KPI by providing right guidance and directionAccountable end to end process for Logistic, Warehouse, Inventory Management. Ensure control and compliance at each activity both system & process Develop appropriate links and relationships with key processes like: manufacturing, warehousing, sales, categories and transportation firms.Accountable in managing all the 3rd Party Logistics (3PLs) to perform inventory management, warehouse management, inbound, outbound and co-packing operations.Monitor and control the fixed and variable costs of the warehouses and operation. Monitor and ensure all actual costs charge according to terms of conditions in the contract. Ensure optimum usage of storage areas / warehouse capacity and procurement of required tools for cost effectivenessDrive digital transformation in logistics –Automation, E2E visibility, etc.Lead cost saving initiatives on Activity Based Costing, implementation of cost savings initiatives Lead cost saving initiatives on Warehouse design, Material Handling Equipment’s, setting up Optimal Warehouse processes (Put-away, Replenishment, Picking etc.), 3PL engagement, Warehouse Transition management, Internal & external benchmarks on Warehouse performance, Set up & drive improvement in Warehouse KPIs.Establish and implement short/medium/long term strategies to provide the most efficient and effective Warehouse and Distribution Network and Operation to support future growthCoordinate/Initiate new initiatives for cost saving in warehouse and distribution networkDrive the compliance of safety and security in logistics. Unilever minimum standard by establishing, following, enforcing standards and procedures while complying with legal regulationsObey the rules for quality, environment, safety and health codes that the company follows.Manage 3PL to ensure all finished goods storage conditions according to SHEQ and food safety rules and responsible to obey the set rules for Consumer Safety and Quality Management System.Design and develop key logistic and Distribution reports and ensure timely reporting of such reports with key highlights and improvement plansPeople Management and development and backup plan

Experience Required:

Essential

5 years of experience in Supply Chain management.  Experience in warehouse and distribution management will be an advantage.Good operation knowledge in ERP systemExcellent analytical skill to spot operation inefficiency and improve/simplify processesGood working knowledge of linkages to finance (budgeting), planning, manufacturingWork effectively under pressureBachelor or master’s degree in supply chain management (Warehouse and Transport) and/or EngineeringFluent in both written and spoken English

Preferred

Knowledge in OTM, WMS systemAdaptability to dynamic changesHigh level of independencyStrong Leadership. Background in project or people managementBachelor or master’s degree in business administration

Travel:

Local - visiting operating sites located on outskirts of Bangkok

Contacts:

Internal

Regional Supply Chain ExcellenceProcurementPlanning – Local and ExportCustomer DevelopmentSupply Chain FinanceManufacturingSHE – Safety Health and EnvironmentInformation TechnologyQuality Assurance

External

3rd Party Logistics Service Provider3rd Party ManufacturerTransport Service Provider

Reporting Channel

Customer Experience & Logistics Director

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