Global Distribution Center Manager

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline.

• Relevant advanced degree and/or professional certifications may be considered.

Experience

• 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations, including at least 3 years of experience managing outsourced warehouse operations and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Prior leadership experience within a 3PL organization would be advantageous. 

• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP platforms, inventory control processes, and logistics technology solutions.

• Experience evaluating, implementing, or supporting warehouse automation, digitalization, and technology-enabled process improvement initiatives.

• Proven track record of driving operational excellence, process improvement, productivity enhancement, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize operational metrics, performance dashboards, and data analysis to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.

• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and drive alignment across internal and external partners.

• Semiconductor, electronics, medical device, or other highly regulated high-technology industry experience preferred.

Key Competencies

• Distribution & Warehouse Operations Management

• Automation & Process Transformation

• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Leadership and Governance

• Data Analysis, Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Inventory Management & Control

• Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

• Stakeholder Management & Influencing

1. Distribution Center Operations & Service Delivery

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Singapore Global Distribution Center, ensuring the efficient execution of receiving, storage, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns activities.

• Ensure consistent achievement of service, quality, productivity, cost, and safety objectives.

• Proactively manage operational risks, resolve service disruptions, and ensure the timely execution of customer- and revenue-critical requirements.

• Maintain operational readiness and scalability to support evolving business requirements and growth objectives.

2. 3PL Management & Operational Governance

• Serve as the primary operational interface between onsemi and its third-party logistics provider, ensuring effective execution and alignment with business objectives.

• Govern warehouse performance through established key performance indicators, service-level agreements, operational reviews, and escalation processes.

• Ensure appropriate staffing, training, resource planning, workforce readiness, and contingency measures are in place to support business requirements. 

• Drive accountability and collaborate with the 3PL provider to improve service quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, cycle time, and cost efficiency.

3. Continuous Improvement, Systems & Facility Development

• Lead initiatives to improve warehouse productivity, operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, quality performance, and cost effectiveness.

• Identify and implement opportunities in warehouse layout, storage strategy, capacity utilization, automation, infrastructure enhancement, and process redesign.

• Support the deployment and enhancement of warehouse management systems, ERP platforms, automation technologies, reporting tools, and digital solutions.

• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, user acceptance testing, process deployment, and operational transformation projects.

• Use operational data, analytics, and performance metrics to support informed decision-making and sustainable improvement.

4. Inventory, Quality & Compliance Management

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of inventory through robust inventory control practices, cycle count programs, and process discipline.

• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, quality standards, trade regulations, customer requirements, and applicable local regulatory requirements.

• Support internal audits, customer audits, and compliance assessments, and drive timely corrective and preventive actions where required.

• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and operational discipline across all warehouse activities.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Business Support

• Act as the primary escalation point for warehouse operational issues, service challenges, and customer delivery concerns.

• Partner with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Planning, Transportation, Manufacturing, Quality, Trade Compliance, Finance, and IT teams to resolve issues and improve end-to-end supply chain performance.

• Communicate operational risks, mitigation plans, performance trends, and business impacts to management and key stakeholders.

• Support business continuity planning, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional programs that strengthen distribution capability and customer service performance.