Overview
Lead and optimize logistics operations across Northern region with a primary focus on Ninh Binh DC and nationwide Import/Export activities. Ensure high service levels, cost efficiency, and operational excellence to support business growth through strong execution and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Logistics Operations Leadership (Ninh Binh DC Focus)
- Lead end-to-end logistics operations at Ninh Binh DC, ensuring efficient inbound, storage, and outbound activities.
- Manage daily DC operations to deliver on-time, accurate, and damage-free order fulfillment.
- Ensure optimal warehouse capacity utilization, layout, and resource planning.
- Drive operational efficiency and productivity improvements at DC level.
- Ensure strict compliance with company standards (GMP, AIB, EHS, GCS, stock counting).
- Transportation & Distribution Management (Northern Region)
- Plan and optimize distribution network, routing, and truck utilization to minimize logistics costs while meeting service requirements.
- Oversee daily delivery execution across Northern region to ensure OTIF and CFR targets.
- Monitor logistics KPIs (service, cost, productivity, damage rate) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with Procurement on transportation sourcing, bidding, and vendor performance management.
- Control logistics operating expenses (OPEX) in line with AOP targets.
- Import & Export Management (Nationwide)
- Lead and manage end-to-end Import operations for raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods to ensure timely supply for production.
- Oversee Export operations nationwide, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, documentation, and delivery schedules.
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory, customs, and trade requirements.
- Optimize import/export processes to reduce lead time, cost, and operational risk.
- Coordinate closely with Planning, Procurement, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless supply flow.
- Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Ensure effective management of RM, PM, and FG inventories at Ninh Binh DC aligned with supply and deployment plans.
- Maintain high inventory accuracy and implement FEFO principles.
- Lead regular stock counts and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
- Proactively manage slow-moving and obsolete stock.
- Planning & Cross-functional Coordination
- Collaborate with Planning team to align deployment, DRP, and replenishment plans to DC operations.
- Support S&OE execution by ensuring logistics readiness for demand fluctuations.
- Coordinate with Sales & Customer Service to ensure smooth order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Cost Optimization & Performance Management
- Develop and manage logistics budgets (AOP, OPEX) for DC and transportation.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across warehousing, transportation, and import/export.
- Conduct regular performance reviews with 3PLs and logistics partners.
- Organization Capability & Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop logistics team at Ninh Binh DC and related functions.
- Set clear KPIs and drive a high-performance culture.
- Build strong team capability in logistics operations and compliance.
- Strengthen employee engagement and retention.
- Governance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Act as control owner in line with PepsiCo GCS requirements.
- Ensure proper execution of controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
- Lead continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives in DC and logistics operations (WMS, TMS, automation).
- Drive transformation initiatives to build a best-in-class logistics organization.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in Logistics/Supply Chain
- Proven experience managing a Distribution Center (DC), preferably in FMCG or manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience in Import & Export operations and customs regulations.
- Strong knowledge of logistics systems (WMS, TMS, SAP, etc.).
- Experience managing 3PLs and transportation vendors.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and transformation initiatives.
