Logistics Intern

Key Responsibilities

1. KD Planning & Production Support

• Assist the KD Planning team in monitoring KD parts requirements according to production schedules.
• Support daily planning and tracking of incoming KD parts and containers.
• Monitor container arrival schedules and identify potential delays that may affect production.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely availability of KD parts.

2. Container & Logistics Coordination

• Assist in monitoring daily container receiving, shunting, parking and unloading activities within the plant.
• Coordinate with haulage companies, forwarders and shunter drivers on container movements.
• Monitor container delivery status and follow up on delayed or outstanding containers.
• Support efficient utilization of unloading bays, container parking areas and warehouse receiving space.

3. KD Parts Receiving & Unloading

• Monitor unloading progress and prioritize containers based on production requirements.
• Coordinate with the warehouse team to ensure smooth receiving and handling of KD parts.
• Assist in resolving operational issues such as congestion, limited parking space, equipment availability and urgent production requirements.
• Ensure unloading activities are conducted according to safety requirements and SOPs.

4. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Liaise with KD Planning, Production, Warehouse, Logistics, Quality and other relevant departments.
• Follow up with suppliers, forwarders and haulage providers regarding delivery and transportation issues.
• Communicate container and KD parts status to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

5. Production Continuity Support

• Monitor potential shortages or delays of KD parts that may affect production.
• Escalate urgent delivery or operational issues to the relevant personnel.
• Support the team in taking corrective actions to minimize production disruptions.
• Assist in ensuring sufficient KD parts availability according to production requirements.

6. Data Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of container arrivals, unloading status, delivery schedules and outstanding containers.
• Assist in preparing daily and weekly KD planning and operational reports.
• Track container turnaround time and delivery performance.
• Support monitoring of demurrage and detention-related issues.

7. Continuous Improvement

• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve KD planning, container movement and unloading processes.
• Support initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce delays and optimize logistics costs.
• Participate in projects and improvement activities assigned by the Planning & KD management team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time KD container delivery.
• Container turnaround time.
• Achievement of daily container delivery targets.
• Zero production stoppages caused by delayed KD parts/container delivery.
• Timely resolution of logistics and operational issues.
• Efficient utilization of unloading bays and container parking areas.
• Reduction of container demurrage and detention costs.
• Accurate and timely operational reporting.
• Compliance with plant safety requirements and SOPs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, Automotive or a related field.
• Open to fresh graduates and candidates with limited working experience.
• Internship or exposure to automotive, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse or supply chain operations is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of production planning, logistics, inventory or warehouse operations.
• Good analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Mandarin-speaking ability is an added advantage for communication with Chinese-speaking stakeholders.
• Willing to work on-site at the automotive plant in Tampoi, Johor.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and participate in on-site operational activities.
• Proactive, responsible, detail-oriented and willing to learn.