Warehouse & Logistics Manager

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JOB DESCRIPTION:About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position works out of our Imazium Damansara location in the Abbott Nutrition International (ANI) division. Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life. As the Warehouse & Logistics Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing daily warehouse and logistics operations, including inventory control, goods movement, order fulfillment, and transportation activities, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role provides hands-on leadership to develop team capabilities, drive continuous improvement, and implement efficient warehouse and logistics strategies. The position also collaborates with cross-functional teams to support customer service goals, optimize operational performance, and manage cost efficiency. What You’ll Do Lead and manage day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations, including receiving, put-away, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and transportation. Ensure accurate inventory control through proper processes and controls, including compliance with FIFO, inventory accuracy, and timely resolution of discrepancies. Develop and implement flexible labor plans and resource allocation (permanent, temporary/contract staff, and material handling equipment) to handle sales variability cost-effectively. Oversee warehouse layout design, space utilization, and process improvement to maximize efficiency, productivity, and throughput. Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment to meet customer service requirements within budget. Drive innovation and the successful deployment of integrated warehouse and logistics tools, systems, and processes. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, cost, productivity, asset utilization, transportation efficiency, and customer service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, procurement, and customer service, to ensure smooth operations and on-time delivery. Lead the design, start-up, and scaling of new warehouse operations as required. Manage warehouse and logistics budgets, ensuring cost control and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements, and foster a culture of safety across all operations. Provide leadership, coaching, and training to warehouse and logistics employees, fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. Maintain effective communication with team members, engaging them in daily operations and soliciting feedback for process improvement. Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational standards Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 7–10 years of experience in warehouse and logistics management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experience in warehouse start-up, ERP/WMS systems, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Supply Chain DIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION:Malaysia > Selangor : Imazium, No. 8, Jalan SS 21/37 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)