Senior Manager - Artwork, Packaging & Logistics

Summary

The objective of this role is to transform our Logistics and Artwork & Packaging Divisions through measurable increased efficiencies, reduced costs and overall operating performance improvements.

What you'll do

• Ensures all production occurs in line with Lidl’s strict Ethical Sourcing Policies
• Ensures programs & policies are in place to provide the safest working environment attainable
• Review, streamline and successfully re-deploy the Lidl & Kaufland Asia A&P and Logistic’s Operating Standards.
• Proactively support internal and external stakeholders that ensure our shipments release as planned and forecasted.
• Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards, and the A&P and Logistics process is bullet proof against any internal or international audit requirements. 
• Ensure all agreed ways of working are defined, documented, and deployed across the business. 
• Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans (Forecasting and Planning for on time shipment processes and develop cost effective options for delayed shipments.)
• Develop and implement KPIs to track and evaluate the performance of logistics operations. Perform metrics reporting and data analysis tasks to identify issues and opportunities for process improvements. 
• Lead the initiation of new strategies to streamline processes, find cost-effective solutions for current A&P and logistic processes not optimised and implement measures to reduce expenses.
• Ensure the operations across A&P and Logistics maximize output per headcount by having defined base-lines and identify opportunities for optimization. 

What you'll need

• Bachelor's and or Master's Degree in Business, Business/Administration, 
• At least 10 years experience in sizable company in Europe with at least 5 years experience in managerial level 
• In depth technical knowledge in Artwork, Packaging and Logistics Processes.  
• Good command in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, German speaking is an advantage 
• Strong communication skills and computer literacy

Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A natural leader who inspires and motivates those around them 
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Passionate leader with vision, results orientation, high energy, a bias for action and a focus on execution
• Proven track record in controlling costs to budget and building sustainable business
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels, including people-management, leadership and both written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player able to build relationships, network and establish credibility at all levels in the organization
• Be able to recruit the best people and build strong teams that collaborate flawlessly across different locations
• Analytical thinker with superior problem-solving skills

What you'll receive

We are dedicated to fostering a family-friendly culture and work environment and we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates with the required skills and experience. We enable fair pay within the company by creating non-discriminatory salary systems.

Market Leading Remuneration Package:

• Double pay and discretionary bonus

• Choice of MPF provider

• Life Insurance

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Supportive Environment:

• Rental re-imbursement scheme

• Flexible work arrangements

• In-house training courses

• Training sponsorship scheme

• Health Check

• Vision Check

Work-Life Balance:

• 5 day week

• Competitive Annual Leave

• Charity, Community and Sporting Events