Logistic Executive

About the role

The Senior Logistics Executive manages and coordinates logistics, import/export, customs, shipping, and warehouse activities to ensure materials and finished products move on time, cost-effectively, and in compliance with regulations. The role works with internal teams, customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to meet delivery and operational goals. The position also monitors logistics performance, manages service provider effectiveness, supports customs compliance, identifies cost-saving and process improvement opportunities, and drives continuous improvement while supporting the Supply Chain Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate import and export operations, including customs clearance, shipping documentation, permits, licenses and related procedures
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs agents, transporters and relevant authorities to ensure shipments are processed and delivered in accordance with customer requirements and agreed schedules
• Coordinate applications for import duty, sales tax and other applicable exemptions, including liaison with MIDA, Royal Malaysian Customs and other relevant authorities
• Plan, arrange and monitor domestic and international shipments to ensure on-time departure, arrival and delivery of materials and finished products
• Monitor shipment status and proactively identify potential delays, customs issues or other logistics risks; coordinate corrective actions to minimize business and customer impact
• Manage and monitor logistics service providers' performance, including Quality, Delivery, Cost and Service, and follow up on corrective actions where required
• Review freight and transportation costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization, improved efficiency and service improvement
• Supervise and coordinate warehouse administration and logistics activities, including receipt, inspection, storage, picking and issuance of finished products for domestic and export shipments
• Ensure accurate and timely system transactions and documentation relating to inventory movement, shipment and warehouse activities
• Analyze logistics performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, process optimization and cost reduction

About you

• Minimum Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transportation, International Trade or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in logistics, supply chain, import/export, customs or warehouse operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of local and overseas customs procedures, import/export documentation and international shipping practices
• Experience in dealing with freight forwarders, customs agents, transport providers and other logistics service providers
• Good understanding of Malaysian customs requirements and relevant government agencies, including Royal Malaysian Customs and MIDA
• Experience in managing or coordinating warehouse operations and finished goods distribution
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/SAP or other supply chain systems is preferred
• Strong analytical, planning, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at different levels and across functions
• Good command of English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken