Job description

About the Company

Our Client is a multinational logistics company providing transportation, warehousing, and supply chain solutions across global markets.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee a high-value, specialised logistics service across the APAC region. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, service expansion, customer engagement, and capability development for sensitive and mission-critical cargo movements.

  • Act as the regional subject matter expert, partnering closely with country teams, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure safe, scalable, and high-quality service delivery;
  • Lead the development and standardisation of operational procedures and service frameworks across the region;
  • Drive implementation, training, and audit activities to ensure compliance with operational and safety standards;
  • Act as the regional lead and subject matter expert for specialised logistics operations and customer engagements;
  • Support business growth initiatives by expanding service capabilities, improving operational performance, and driving profitability;
  • Manage strategic customer relationships, including escalations, operational reviews, and solution discussions;
  • Collaborate with safety and operational teams to strengthen risk management and compliance practices;
  • Support the setup and coordination of regional operational control and monitoring functions where required;
  • Lead onboarding and implementation activities for new customers and projects;
  • Partner with commercial and solutions teams to support pricing, solution design, and customer proposals.

Requirements

  • At least 8 to 12 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or specialised operational environments;
  • Strong understanding of logistic operations handling high-value or technical equipment;
  • Experience managing regional operations and engaging directly with enterprise customers;
  • Strong operational problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills;
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, cross-functional, and multicultural environments;
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders;
  • Hands-on leadership style with experience building and scaling operational capabilities.

Employment Details

  • Exciting leadership opportunity in a growing team;
  • Excellent benefits and competitive compensation.

Get in touch with us

If you’d like to explore this opportunity, please reach out to Cleon Tan (Regn No. R1547199) at cleon@fcs-careers.com for a confidential discussion.

FCS CAREERS PTE LTD (EA 94C4359)

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 13 May, 2026
  • Category: Logistics
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: 20000
  • Location: On site
  • Job Nature: Permanent

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