Assistant Logistics Manager

Position

As our Assistant Logistics Manager, you will manage in collaboration with Zone on Supply Chain matters, including importation and logistics arrangements & requirements for the Philippines. In doing so, you will make Logistics and Operations a competitive advantage in the medium to long term for the market.

Job responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Launch products in the market in line with global launch dates.
• Management in collaboration with Zone on Supply Chain matters, including importation and logistics & requirements for the market.
• Management of, and overall coordination with customs brokers, third-party warehouses, and logistics service providers.
• TAX refunds: follow up with DB Schenker on tax refunds process/lead time.
• Proactive management of importation requirements, license/permit applications/renewals/import duty reports, product registrations, and other government regulatory requirements, including timely resolution of related issues (e.g., FDA, CITES, NTC, etc.).
• Issue resolution with customs brokers on customs issues (e.g., on license/ permits/applications, requirements, etc.).
• Prepare documents and meetings for post-custom clearance.
• Coordination with retail/PR/CD/VM for shipment status updates, and receptions on Xstore.
• Coordination with the Finance team for checking statements with vendors for payment arrangements and stock reconciliation if needed.
• Coordination with the pharmacist & Central on Fragrance product registration.
• Overall management of local inventory destruction (including finding vendors for inventory surveying and destruction).
• Coordination of IT/system support, security requirements.
• CLOC setup and management upon the start of e-commerce in the country.
• Experience using RMS is a plus.

General Duties:

• Follow the company's policies and procedures.
• Be fully integrated into the store team (participate in the morning briefing) and contribute to achieving the overall objectives of the store.
• Visit stores frequently and support the retail and office team to better adapt operations to Clients' needs.
• Develop the highest brand and product knowledge.

Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain management, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, customs procedures, and Philippine regulatory requirements related to logistics.
• Experience in managing relationships with third-party logistics providers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in using logistics software and systems (e.g., SAP, RMS, Xstore)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with safety and security regulations related to logistics operations.

Additional information

Location:

Makati City