Head of Logistics Centre

About us

Future Electronics, part of the WT Microelectronics Group, is a leading global distributor of electronic components, connecting customers with innovative technology solutions and comprehensive supply chain services.

With a strong global presence, extensive supplier partnerships, and deep industry expertise, we support customers across a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and emerging technologies. Our commitment to customer excellence, innovation, and operational efficiency enables businesses to navigate an increasingly dynamic technology landscape.

At Future Electronics, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, develop their capabilities, and grow professionally.

Join us and be part of a global organization that connects technology, people, and opportunities to shape the future of electronics.

Position summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Logistics Centre to lead our Asia Pacific Distribution Centre (APDC) in Singapore, a key regional distribution hub supporting customers across Asia and intercontinental stock transfers with our logistics centres in the Americas and Europe.

This leadership role oversees end-to-end logistics and distribution operations, managing a workforce of over 200 employees while driving operational excellence, inventory accuracy, cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, and timely order fulfilment. The successful candidate will bring strong operational leadership, people management and continuous improvement capabilities within a high-volume, high-SKU environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Distribution Management

• Oversee end-to-end distribution centre operations, including inbound receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, outbound fulfilment and transportation coordination.

• Ensure efficient warehouse workflows, optimal resource utilization, storage capacity and timely, accurate delivery of customer orders across regional and international markets.

• Develop and implement operational strategies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and resource plans to support business growth and service requirements.

People Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead, manage, and develop a workforce of over 200 employees, including supervisors, team leaders, and warehouse operators.

• Plan manpower allocation, shift schedules and flexible workforce deployment based on operational volumes, peak periods and business priorities.

• Drive workforce productivity, performance management, employee development, cross-training and succession planning while fostering a culture of accountability and workplace safety.

Inventory Management & Intercontinental Logistics

• Ensure inventory accuracy, stock traceability and effective inventory control through cycle counts, audits, stock reconciliation and discrepancy management.

• Coordinate intercontinental stock transfers with logistics centres in the Americas and Europe, working with Global Planning to optimize inventory allocation, stock availability and transportation arrangements.

• Monitor inventory turnover, slow-moving and obsolete stock, and support initiatives to minimize inventory holding costs and improve stock utilization.

Transportation, Trade Compliance & Risk Management

• Oversee international transportation planning, freight routing and coordination across air, ocean and express delivery channels.

• Manage freight forwarders, carriers and logistics partners, including service performance, freight rate negotiations, and cost optimization.

• Ensure compliance with applicable import/export regulations, Singapore strategic goods controls, customs documentation, Incoterms and relevant international trade requirements.

• Manage operational disruptions, shipment exceptions and business continuity planning, ensuring timely resolution, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Operational Performance, Cost & Quality Management

• Establish and monitor operational KPIs, including on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, order fulfilment, warehouse productivity, labor utilization and cost per unit.

• Prepare and manage operational budgets, analyze logistics expenditure, and implement cost and productivity improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with applicable workplace safety, quality and regulatory standards, including ISO 9001 and relevant electronic component handling requirements such as ESD and moisture-sensitive device controls.

Process Improvement & Digital Transformation

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse productivity, workflow efficiency, space utilization, and service quality.

• Drive process optimization, automation and system enhancements involving Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms.

• Partner with IT and relevant stakeholders on operational transformation, technology adoption, and system improvement projects.

Stakeholder & Service Provider Management

• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Customer Service, Global Planning, Finance, Quality and regional logistics teams to ensure seamless distribution operations.

• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external logistics partners, and service providers to support operational and business objectives.

• Provide regular operational performance updates, business insights, and improvement recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in warehouse, logistics or distribution centre operations, including at least 3 years in a management or operational leadership role.

• Proven experience overseeing large-scale warehouse or distribution centre operations and leading multidisciplinary operational teams.

• Strong understanding of inbound and outbound logistics, inventory management, order fulfilment and transportation coordination.

• Demonstrated ability to manage operational KPIs, manpower planning, productivity improvements and cost optimization.

• Practical experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms.

• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Skills and Competencies

• Operational Leadership: Ability to lead complex distribution operations and deliver consistent operational performance.

• People Leadership & Development: Strong capability in workforce management, coaching, performance improvement and team development.

• Analytical & Commercial Acumen: Ability to manage budgets, analyze operational data and optimize logistics costs.

• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Ability to manage operational disruptions, resolve complex issues and implement effective solutions.

• Continuous Improvement & Change Management: Ability to drive operational excellence, process transformation and technology adoption.

• Stakeholder Management: Strong communication, negotiation and collaboration skills across regional and global teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Compliance Notice

Future Electronics (A WT Microelectronics Company) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. We select candidates based solely on job-related requirements and relevant qualifications, valuing the diverse backgrounds and experiences they bring. All recruitment decisions are made fairly and without regard to factors unrelated to job performance, in compliance with applicable local employment laws and regulations.

We welcome you to join and grow with us.