「Mandarin」Logistics Manager

Job Title: 「Mandarin」Logistics Manager

Location:

Job Overview:

Logistics Manager

automotive manufacturing

English and Mandarin Chinese

Prior experience in logistics or operations for

or

industries is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inbound Logistics: Manage inbound raw materials, components, and parts from domestic and international suppliers, ensuring just-in-time (JIT) delivery to the production line.
• Line-side Supply Coordination: Oversee material handling and internal logistics to support uninterrupted assembly line operations; ensure correct material sequencing and minimal downtime.
• Outbound Logistics: Coordinate shipment of finished goods to OEMs, dealers, or export ports in accordance with production and delivery schedules.
• Warehouse Management: Supervise warehouse operations, including space optimization, FIFO/LIFO inventory control, and compliance with safety and 5S standards.
• Inventory Planning & Control: Monitor stock levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods; implement cycle counting and inventory accuracy controls.
• Supplier & Freight Coordination: Liaise with suppliers, third-party logistics (3PL) providers, and customs agents to ensure timely and compliant material movement.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate logistics KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery rate, inventory turnover, freight cost per unit); analyze trends to support continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop logistics personnel including warehouse supervisors, forklift operators, and logistics planners.
• System Integration: Utilize ERP and WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for logistics planning, execution, and performance monitoring.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (customs, transportation, EHS) and internal audit standards.
• Cross-functional Communication: Coordinate with Production, Procurement, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure supply chain alignment.
  

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 58 years of logistics experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in the automotive industry
• Familiarity with automotive-specific logistics processes: sequencing, Kanban, JIT, VMI, EDI
• Proficient in ERP (SAP, Oracle) and warehouse/inventory systems
• Strong analytical and leadership skills
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written)
• Knowledge of Indian customs clearance, freight forwarding, and GST rules is a plus