About the role
AI summarisedThe Manager of WMO Global Freight and Transportation Execution leads logistics operations and transportation management for Applied Materials, overseeing project implementations, team leadership, and service quality across global supply chains. This role requires 5-8 years of experience in transportation and logistics, with a focus on logistics service provider management and operational excellence. The position is based in Singapore with 10-15% travel and involves ensuring compliance with global business conduct standards while driving timely, analytical solutions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead logistics projects and new implementations in global freight and transportation
- Manage transportation operations and ensure timely project completion
- Oversee logistics service providers and maintain service quality, volume, and timeliness objectives
- Apply data-driven problem solving using tools such as 8D and DMAIC to resolve operational issues
- Guide and influence teams internally and externally to achieve business objectives through logistics solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related field
- Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in transportation and logistics operations
- At least 5 years’ experience managing logistics service providers
- Strong people management skills across cultures and ability to lead within and across teams
- Demonstrated ability to use analytical thinking, business acumen, and problem-solving methodologies