Manager, Distribution

Role overview

The Manager, Distribution is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end distribution operations of finished goods, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations. This role involves managing third-party logistics providers, optimizing delivery schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring seamless import/export processes.

Responsibilities:

Distribution & Logistics Operations

• Oversee daily distribution operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery of finished goods to all markets.
• Optimize delivery schedules to balance cost efficiency, speed, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage third-party transporters to ensure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to service-level agreements.

Customer Service & Issue Resolution

• Act as a key liaison for customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring prompt and effective resolutions.
• Address and resolve logistics-related challenges, including customs clearance and regulatory compliance issues.

 Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Ensure all distribution activities comply with company policies, government regulations, and industry standards.
• Oversee tax stamp purchases, validate duty requisitions, and verify customs duty declarations.
• Manage freight bookings, shipping documentation, and customs clearance processes to ensure compliance with import/export regulations.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Financial Oversight

• Work closely with supply chain planning and sales teams to optimize inventory turnover and reduce excess or obsolete stock.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on Incoterms, duty payments, and sales tax matters.
• Review and validate vendor invoices for accuracy and adherence to agreed terms.
• Assist the finance team with vendor and duty payments to ensure smooth financial operations.

Warehouse & Space Optimization

• Ensure efficient warehouse space management in alignment with production schedules and budget targets.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Support the submission of monthly KPI reports to regional teams.
• Provide operational support during peak periods or team absences to maintain workflow continuity.

Requirements:

• With at least a Diploma or Degree in Business/Manufacturing Management/Logistics Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in dealing with Customs will be an advantage.
• Familiarity or experience with SAP and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to manage logistics-related challenges efficiently.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to optimize costs while maintaining high service levels.

Job Details:

Workplace
Shah Alam, MY

Working Time
Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm

We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Carlsberg Malaysia: Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our products and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth.