Warehouse System and Logistic Assistant Manager

Engineer the Future with Us
Innovation, precision, and passion. If these qualities define you, then welcome—you’ve found the right place. At Yamazaki Mazak Singapore, we’re always looking for dedicated individuals to drive the future of advanced manufacturing and machine tool technology.

Here, your work powers industries, builds possibilities, and shapes tomorrow’s world.

Come build excellence with us.

1. Warehouse Operations Management

• Lead day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, kitting, packing, and dispatch.

• Ensure accurate inventory control, stock integrity, and real-time visibility across raw materials, WIP, spare parts, and finished goods.

• Establish and enforce warehouse SOPs covering material handling, FIFO/FEFO, lot traceability, and storage standards.

• Manage manpower planning, task allocation, productivity tracking, and skills development of warehouse staff.

2. Warehouse Systems & Digitalization (WMS / ERP)

• Own and administer warehouse-related systems such as ASRS and VLMs (Kardex & Hanel) including warehouse management systems ( WMS / WCS ) and ERP inventory modules.

• Ensure system transactions accurately reflect physical movements (GR, GI, transfers, cycle counts).

• Define and maintain master data standards (locations, bins, BOM linkages, storage rules).

• Partner with IT / Digitalization teams on system enhancements, integrations, and process automation.

• Drive barcode, labeling labelling , scanning discipline, and system adoption across warehouse teams.

3. Logistics & Transportation Management

• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including coordination with freight forwarders, transporters, and 3PL partners.

• Oversee import/export documentation, permits, Incoterms compliance, and customs clearance processes.

• Plan and optimize transportation modes, routes, and shipment consolidation to balance cost, speed, and reliability.

• Monitor carrier and forwarder performance (OTIF, cost, responsiveness) and manage contracts and rate negotiations.

4. Planning, Coordination & Cross ‑ Functional Support

• Work closely with Production Control, Procurement, Quality, and Sales to align material availability with production and delivery commitments.

• Support production scheduling through accurate stock availability, kitting readiness, and timely material staging.

• Coordinate handling of non-conforming materials, quarantine stock, and rework logistics with Quality teams.

• Act as escalation point for warehouse- and logistics-related operational risks.

5. Compliance, Safety & Audit

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, ISO requirements, and regulatory standards (trade, customs, safety).

• Enforce warehouse safety standards, equipment usage rules, and housekeeping discipline.

• Support internal and external audits related to inventory, systems, and logistics processes.

• Ensure document control and traceability for logistics and inventory transactions.

6. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

• Define and track KPIs including inventory accuracy, space utilization, picking accuracy, OTIF delivery, and logistics cost.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, process redesign, digitization).

• Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies, delays, and inefficiencies; implement corrective actions.

• Prepare regular operational and management reports using ERP/WMS/Power BI where applicable.