Job description

• Maintains daily truck loading schedules in coordination with transport associates
• Collaborate with 3PLs for the timely picking and consolidation of stocks for transfers to MFCs.
• Collaborate with truckers for adequate allocation of trucks and timely positioning for loading.
• Collaborate with MFC counterparts to fast unloading, receiving and confirmation of stock movements.
• Evaluate performance of the 3PLs, drive improvements and escalate concerns to MM Manager.
• Evaluate current processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support and lead projects through the entire life cycle from design and pilot through operations.
• Coordinate problem solving activities with multi-department resources for fast resolutions.
• Continuously learn and apply a wide variety of engineering techniques, contribute to projects in a team environment and will investigate, transfer, and adapt processes, techniques, or methods
• Developing and sustaining long-standing relationships with company-approved vendors.
• Meeting with suitable vendors to assess their products, inquire about their services, negotiate pricing, and communicate any product or service-related concerns
• Conducting research on available vendors to determine which vendors offer the best pricing and product quality.
• Conducting interviews with new vendors and informing approved vendors of their responsibilities and obligations.
• Evaluating current vendor management programs and identifying ways to improve them.

Key Metrics

• Freight Costs / cbm
• Zero OOS due to middle mile
• On time picking & loading

Knowledge, skills and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, CIE is a plus, logistics, supply chain or relevant field
• At least 1-2 years experience in Logistics, Supply chain and Containerized Shipment
• Ability to multitask and deal with stressful situations
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational skills and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Have strong interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Is impact-driven and want to make a positive impact to the lives of Sari Sari store owners; ultimately playing a role in bridging the income inequality gap in the Philippines
• Understanding of the supply chain, including common obstacles and effective solutions
• Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Good collaboration and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment