Logistics Manager

ACG_3768_JOB
Our client is a leading enterprise in Vietnam in the field of steel design and manufacturing, currently seeking suitable personnel to join the company.

Logistics Planning and Management

• Develop comprehensive logistics plans aligned with production schedules, procurement activities, export requirements, and project timelines.
  
• Coordinate logistics resources to ensure goods are delivered at the right time, to the right location, in the required quantities, while maintaining optimal cost efficiency.
  
• Develop tailored logistics solutions for projects or orders with specific transportation or handling requirements.
  
• Proactively identify potential risks that may affect delivery schedules and recommend appropriate mitigation and contingency measures.
  
• Establish, review, and continuously improve logistics processes to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
  

International Transportation and Import–Export Management

• Oversee all import and export activities for goods, materials, machinery, equipment, and structural components required for production and project execution.
  
• Manage and control international transportation activities, including booking, shipping arrangements, documentation, customs clearance, and final delivery.
  
• Ensure the appropriate application of Incoterms, international payment methods, foreign trade contracts, and other relevant commercial terms.
  
• Review and control customs documentation, HS codes, certificates of origin, duties, taxes, and other applicable legal requirements.
  
• Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve issues arising during customs clearance and international transportation.
  
• Ensure all import and export activities comply with applicable regulations and internal company requirements.
  

Domestic Transportation and Delivery Management

• Manage and coordinate domestic transportation of goods, materials, equipment, and structural components.
  
• Work closely with Warehouse, Production, Project, and other relevant teams to develop and execute delivery plans.
  
• Determine suitable transportation methods and vehicles based on cargo characteristics, project requirements, and delivery schedules.
  
• Monitor delivery progress and cargo conditions throughout transportation and promptly address any issues or disruptions.
  
• Develop appropriate transportation solutions for oversized, heavy, or special cargo to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery.
  

Logistics Cost Management

• Develop, manage, and control the overall logistics budget.
  
• Review, analyze, and evaluate quotations from transportation providers, freight forwarders, and other logistics service providers.
  
• Negotiate pricing, service conditions, and commercial terms with logistics partners and suppliers.
  
• Develop cost-effective solutions by optimizing transportation routes, shipping methods, delivery schedules, and delivery terms.
  
• Monitor and analyze logistics costs by project, order, and transportation route.
  
• Recommend cost-saving initiatives while maintaining required standards for delivery timelines, safety, and service quality.
  

Logistics Supplier and Partner Management

• Develop and maintain a reliable network of logistics service providers.
  
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, transportation companies, and other relevant service partners.
  
• Conduct periodic evaluations of suppliers based on capability, service quality, pricing, responsiveness, and overall performance.
  
• Negotiate service contracts and commercial terms with logistics partners.
  
• Establish supplier performance evaluation and control mechanisms to ensure consistent service standards.
  
• Proactively develop alternative supplier solutions when existing partners are unable to meet operational requirements.
  

Team Management

• Lead, allocate, and coordinate responsibilities across the Logistics team.
  
• Establish objectives and KPIs for individual team members and positions.
  
• Monitor, review, and evaluate team performance against agreed targets.
  
• Provide professional training and development in Logistics and Import–Export operations.
  
• Build succession plans and continuously strengthen the technical and managerial capabilities of the department.
  
• Ensure team members comply with internal procedures, company policies, and information security requirements.
  

Cross-functional Coordination

• Work closely with Procurement, Warehouse, Production, Planning, Sales, Contracts, Projects, Finance and Accounting, Legal, and other relevant departments.
  
• Ensure delivery and transportation plans are communicated accurately and updated in a timely manner.
  
• Proactively coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues that may affect project schedules.
  
• Participate in logistics planning from the early stages of project and order development to ensure operational feasibility and cost efficiency.
  

Risk Management and Compliance

• Identify and control risks related to transportation, customs clearance, delivery, costs, and project schedules.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing Logistics, Customs, Import–Export, and transportation activities.
  
• Manage risks associated with documentation, cargo, contracts, and logistics suppliers.
  
• Coordinate the resolution of claims, losses, damages, or incidents arising during transportation.
  
• Ensure all team members comply with confidentiality, data protection, and information security requirements.
  

Reporting and Management Advisory

• Prepare regular management reports covering transportation and delivery status, import–export and customs clearance activities, logistics costs, project delivery progress, supplier performance, and key operational risks or issues.
  
• Provide ad-hoc reports whenever significant issues arise that may affect project schedules, costs, or business operations.
  
• Provide recommendations to Executive Management on logistics organization, operational improvements, cost optimization, and overall logistics strategy.
  

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Foreign Trade, Import–Export, Economics, International Business, or another relevant discipline.
  

Experience

• At least 8 years of professional experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Import–Export, or related functions.
  
• At least 3 years of experience in a managerial, supervisory, or equivalent leadership position.
  
• Experience within manufacturing, steel structures, construction, export-oriented businesses, or companies operating international supply chains and logistics networks is highly preferred.
  

Professional Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Logistics and Supply Chain Management principles and practices.
  
• Solid knowledge of both international and domestic transportation operations.
  
• Strong understanding of Import–Export procedures, Customs regulations, and relevant legal requirements.
  
• Good knowledge of Incoterms, L/C, T/T, sea freight, road transportation, and other international transportation methods.
  
• Strong knowledge of logistics cost management and supplier management.
  
• Proven ability to establish, standardize, and continuously improve logistics processes.
  
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards is preferred.
  
• Strong English communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and professionally handle emails, documentation, and correspondence with international partners.
  
• International candidates are welcome to apply, provided they are able to work effectively in a multinational corporate environment and meet the applicable legal requirements for employment in Vietnam.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office is required, while experience with ERP or SAP systems is preferred.
  

Personal Competencies

• Strong managerial mindset combined with a service-oriented approach.
  
• Proactive, decisive, accountable, and capable of taking ownership of results.
  
• Ability to perform effectively under demanding timelines and operational pressure.
  
• Strong cost-optimization and commercial awareness.
  
• Detail-oriented, accurate, reliable, and highly ethical.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international business environment.
  

Benefits

• Management-level healthcare insurance coverage.
  
• 12 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional paid leave day during the employee’s birthday month.
  
• Lunch and parking allowances.
  
• Regular competency and performance reviews.
  
• Year-end bonus based on individual KPI achievement and overall company performance.
  

Contact: Giau Nguyen, Tran Tran or Thuong Le 

Due to the immense number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.