Oversee all DC operations including safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Set, monitor, and follow up on overall targets for the DC and all units/functions.
Develop and implement the 6M Operational Plan.
Manage the DC's P&L and financial performance (P3 accountability).
Define and implement the Vital Few / Key Metrics for the DC.
Drive the development of the DC and its people, ensuring the right resources (machinery, equipment, competence) are in place for long-term sustainable results.
Compliance & Governance
Implement and uphold Alfa Laval and PDL policies, standards, processes, values, and culture.
Chair the local management team; provide the organization with relevant and timely information.
Act as PDL contact point for site shared functions: HR, Finance, EHS, Real Estate, and Legal.
Perform ALPS audits within the DC and implement corrective actions where required.
Stakeholder & Supply Chain
Foster effective cooperation with all internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and 3PL partners.
Ensure supply chain processes are implemented, maintained, and continuously improved.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects, audits, and footprint initiatives.
Serve as active member of both the Global PDL Management Team.
Act as local Alfa Laval contact person and 3PL contact window.
Competencies & Leadership profile
Results-driven leader with a strong, visible presence on the warehouse floor.
Demonstrated ability to drive results through people and build high-performing, engaged teams.
Open, communicative, and high-integrity leadership style with strong cross-cultural awareness.
Strategic thinker with sound judgement and decisive decision-making skills.
Strong networking, influencing, and change leadership capabilities.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, or a related field - or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 10 years' managerial experience in distribution, warehousing, or supply chain operations.
Proven leadership and people management skills across teams in a multitude of settings.
Experience in change management, project management, and Lean / continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong financial acumen and P&L management experience.
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Key Relationships
Internal
PDL Management Team (Global)
Team Managers within the DC
Support Function Managers (HR, Finance, EHS, Legal, Real Estate)
Sales & Service China Region
Division and Business Unit Managers
Other Factory Managers within the region
External
Customers (internal and external)
Suppliers (internal and external)
3PL and logistics partners
External stakeholders and local community
Reports to : VP Operations - Parts Distribution & Logistics
Location : Alfa Laval Kunshan
Authority Level
Financial authority to execute within the DC's P&L costing update framework.
Authority to break down overall DC targets into unit/function-level targets, follow up, and take corrective action.
Decision-making authority as defined by the agreed Operational Plan.
Authority to halt operations within the DC in cases of safety, quality, or environmental deviation.
Authority to conduct ALPS audits and implement corrective actions.
Authority to delegate tasks and set salaries within defined parameters.
Investment authority as delegated by VP Operations - PDL.
Local management contact for PDL real estate.
Who you are?
Why should you apply?
We offer you an interesting and challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value for our customers.
Exciting place to build a global network with different nationalities to mingle and to learn.
Your work will have a
Benefits
Vision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
Alfalaval · Kunshan