Moleskine Asia Limited Hiring! Full Time Assistant Operations Manager, APAC in Hong Kong - Ricebowl

• Planning and Execution

o Direct operations service level performance and efficiency for the designated end-to-end supply chain network (procurement, warehousing, and transportation) to meet localized service-level agreements and inventory targets.
o Ensure Best in Class Service to our Customers thru a strong Customer Focused Organization and a mature Customer Collaboration process in place

• Inventory

o Ensure proper inventory procedures are being followed.
o Maintain optimal inventory levels by markets and channels
o Prioritization of orders and adjusting of schedules to ensure customer priority requirements are met.

• Logistics & Warehouse Management

o Responsible for the Logistic Operation (warehousing and transportation) managing the market budget for the function delivering Productivity Targets.
o Ensure efficient scheduling and routing to and from plants and their customers to achieve lowest total costs and on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery.
o Schedule shipment to successfully meet customer requirements and ensure effective delivery of services to internal and external customers.

• Continuous Improvement

o Identify, initiate, and implement process improvements and system enhancements (SAP, TMS) to improve operational efficiency.

• Operations Strategy

o Integral team member involved in developing, planning and executing new operational strategies across the Region.

• Data Analysis and Reporting

o Prepare management reports, dashboards, and scenario analyses for key metrics, including order fulfilment, inventory accuracy, order completion (sales performance), service provider performance, cost management.

• Stakeholder Management

o Serve as the primary liaison with Regional Sales, Global IT, Supply, and Global Operations staff on the delivery of a cost-effective customer focused operation.
o Committed to meeting current and future expectations and requirements of customers and resolving customer issues that arise.

• Compliance

o Ensure compliance with logistics regulations and trade compliance requirements.
o Ensure robust operational and audit control processes (documents, systems) are in place for procurement, storage, delivery and sales of products are in place.

• Contracts

o Tendering, assessing and negotiating 3rd party supply chain contracts.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship

o Train, and oversee performance for diverse, multinational supply chain teams stationed across key Asian hubs (Shanghai and Japan)

• Report directly to Senior Operations Manager, APAC.

o Lead a small team
Preferred Skills & Experience
Education & Experience

Experience : Generally, 3-7 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Logistics or other Business-related disciplines. Familiar with a variety of SCM concepts, practices, and procedures. Experienced in managing projects.

Leadership : High performance leader of a regional team of 1-2 members for a minimum of 1-2 years would be preferred.

Education : Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field.

Technical skills : Expertise in ERP systems (SAP, WMS) and advanced Microsoft Applications, including excel.

Detail-oriented and strong analytical skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet specific deadlines.

Exceptional Interpersonal skills with desire to be a team member.

High performer with initiative to learn other responsibilities.
Skills Required

• Able to handle massive data analysis.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Mandarin.
• Excellent communication, detailed mind and able to work independently.
• Proven leadership strength to connect and inspire teams
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a “can do” attitude.
• Strong business acumen, as well as problem solving skills.
• Advanced Analytics: strong capability in continuous improvement methodologies (lean, Six Sigma) to drive YOY operational efficiencies.

Familiar with Microsoft Applications, experience in SAP is a must.

Multi-tasking and working under pressure is expected.

Full-time