Senior Manager, APAC Inbound Transportation

Lead International Logistics in APAC with full accountability for regional performance Develop, build and evolve a high-performing team of 3 with clear ownership and accountability for daily operations, KPI performance and continuously raising KPI targets over timeSupport the 4PL structure and related meetings by representing International Logistics in APACAs regional leader for International Transport, ensure understanding of BU and Brand needs. Explain metrics in a way that is relevant and understandable by stakeholders Engage with local DC operations and Planning teams to ensure seamless flow of shipments from factory to DC. Participate as an active and engaged member of the regional operations team that drives/creates/ supports initiatives that drive value to BUs and BrandsOwn and manage end-to-end inbound transportation for all brands with the team, with accountability for service, cost, compliance and delivery performanceTeam owns inbound transportation for product delivering direct to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Japan, Korea, Australia and other APAC markets as necessaryEnsure team tracks purchase orders and shipments from booking to DC and ensures lead times are met and orders arrive at DC on or before PO in DC datesImport document validation to improve timeliness of deliveries, application of free trade agreements. Support exception and error management Work with Customs brokers team and DC to ensure delivery can be completed timely and accuratelyDrive RFQ process to negotiate best rates on ocean and air modes to get capacity at desired service levels Develops strong partnership with logistics leaders, vendors, carriers and 3rd party service providers to help drive best-in-class service to agreed SLAs to the three brandsDrive process and cost improvement by identifying and analyzing the operations as well as approving different mode of transportation for deeper dive cost impact for each brand.Support S&OE and S&OP team with Inbound Transportation KPIs, performance and ocean and air market insights for APACCoordinate with US team to gather MBR cost analysis and shipping metrics for an internal MBR presentation as well as MBR presentation for each regionCoordinate feedback from DCs about factories compliance to shipping manualOwn the KPI and analytics and collaborate with Global Analytics team based in USA to develop relevant reports, and KPI that will help drive best-in-class performance for the regionOwn and remain accountable for the performance of third-party service providers—including carriers, NVOCCs and the Origin Cargo Manager—against agreed service, cost and compliance expectationsManage exceptions and claims with vendor, carrier and 3rd party service providerWork with origin cargo manager on freight consolidation to maximize load utilization while not delaying shipments REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 10 years relevant experience in retail / FMCG industry within APAC region for large MNCsAt least 5 years experience in directly managing team of subordinates with proven track record of developing people and performance management.Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Logistics, or related fieldFamiliar with FMCG, retail industry and logistics operations and strong logistics industry networking is highly preferredStrong interpersonal, leadership, people management and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ownership mindset, personal accountability for results, and the ability to establish clear accountability across teams while maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levelsStrong business acumen, problem solving and strategic thinking skillsGood cross-cultural awareness, adaptability and agility. Need to work with teams globallyOrganized, customer-oriented and detail-minded Proficient in MS offices applications and good knowledge of ERP systems Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese in both Cantonese and Mandarin Effective and insightful presentation skills. Should be able to present operational and financial KPIs by providing clear and valid reasons. Near weekly need to present performance of inbound transportation and vendor performance to senior leaders.