Manager - Contract Logistics/SCM, Engineering & Automation

• Engineering:

  • Manage and develop solution reengineering initiatives for existing customers

  • Handle nominated projects/tasks from operations and contract renewals

  • Create and follow a scheduling plan to ensure timely execution of engineering tasks

• Renewals:

  • Conduct regular reviews of existing operations based on the renewal schedule

  • Lead efforts in process and/or storage reengineering for contract renewals

  • Deploy detailed engineering project plans where necessary

• Automation:

  • Assess feasibility and opportunities to utilize or expand automation, robotics, and new technologies

  • Improve productivity in operational activities such as Inbound, Putaway, Picking, Packing, Outbound, and VAS

  • Screen and evaluate automation projects; apply strategic imperatives to drive innovation in key operations

  • Evaluate the application of automation/robotization in both new and existing customer projects

• New Business Support:

  • Assist in identifying new business or growth opportunities involving automation

  • Conduct technology checks to support automation feasibility and implementation in potential new operations

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, or Automation & Mechatronics Engineering

• Postgraduate degree is an advantage

Related Experience

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in Logistics, Warehousing, or 3PL industries, preferably in an international logistics service environment

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in solution design, automation, or process engineering in the logistics and supply chain industry

• Knowledge of 3PL is a plus

• Experience in modern warehouse and distribution setup, supply chain design, and innovations such as automation, robotics, and digitalization is preferred

• Experience with Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and/or Six Sigma is a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical skills with a sound commercial and technical understanding of Contract Logistics and Warehousing

• Excellent knowledge and/or extensive experience in logistics automation methods and techniques

• Familiarity with operative IT systems/WMS, and experience with automation implementation or automated logistics systems is an added advantage

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially:

  • Excel (VBA, VLOOKUP, PivotTables)

  • PowerPoint

  • Other Microsoft 365 apps such as Visio, Stream, and Power BI is a plus

• Practical experience with AutoCAD

• Experience with CLASS, SketchUp, or other supply chain design tools/software is a plus

• Strong knowledge in warehouse solution design; capable of developing operationally feasible solutions based on customer requirements

Soft Skills

• Pragmatic financial mindset to optimize investment levels and ROI

• Structured, project-oriented approach with a strong focus on timely and high-standard delivery

• Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of Asian language(s) is beneficial

• Strong organizational skills

• Self-starter with a positive attitude, able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Highly responsible, proactive, and skilled in coordinating and motivating teams under time pressure

• Strong intercultural skills; prior international work experience is preferred

Travel Requirements

• Willing and able to travel nationwide and regionally/internationally for projects as needed (approximately <20% travel)

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 68,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.