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Regional Transportation Assistant Manager

In-Office, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

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Job ID
R-559258
Category
Supply Chain
Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Build a manufacturing career grounded in teamwork and real-world impact

At BD, Manufacturing professionals produce the medical technologies patients and clinicians rely on every day. You'll work hands-on with advanced equipment, follow rigorous quality and safety standards and play a direct role in delivering reliable supply chains for healthcare systems around the world.

Whether you're an experienced operator or building your technical skillset, BD offers a supportive environment, clear expectations and opportunities to grow – all within a company committed to doing work that matters. And as one of the largest global medical technology companies, you'll contribute to manufacturing at a scale that strengthens healthcare systems worldwide, advancing care where it's needed most.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

This role leads day-to-day regional transportation operations for GAR, which generates more than $2B in annual revenue and spends more than $66M a year on freight. It owns escalations, service provider performance, non-conformances (NCMs) and claims, so that GAR gets reliable, compliant and cost-effective inbound and outbound deliveries. It also supports global and regional transportation programs and leads regional governance and continuous improvement.

Transportation Operations and Escalation Management


Own complex and high-priority shipment escalations, including revenue-risk, back-order and must-win SKUs, from detection through resolution and closure.


Lead recovery actions with source sites, service providers and Global Transportation, such as expediting, re-routing, mode changes and capacity solutions.


Run regional Logistics S&OE reviews and give GAR SCM leadership clear updates on shipment risks and mitigations.Resolve documentation, customs-release and delivery-order issues that hold up shipments.


Service Provider Management


Create and run monthly service reviews with carriers and freight forwarders, covering KPIs, scorecards, performance gaps and action plans.Roll out the carrier performance management framework in GAR, including standard KPIs and quarterly business reviews.


Ask service providers for root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA/CAPA) on recurring failures and follow each through to closure.Use performance data to inform lane allocation, mini-tenders and RFQ decisions.



Claims Management


Manage transportation-related claims with Quality, including investigation, root cause, CAPA and closure within required timelines.Govern damage, loss and temperature-excursion claims end to end with ECIB, Risk Management, carriers and Source/Quality teams, and maximize recovery


Keep a single claims register with aging, outcome and CAPA tracking, and report on it monthly.


Freight Payable and Audit Control


Resolve CTSI freight invoice exceptions and payment issues.Maintain rate card regional governance, including rate validation, charge codes and leakage control.


Support freight budgeting, forecasting and savings tracking from RFQ through budget to actuals.



Program and Project Support


Support GAR delivery of global and regional programs, including Project44, Cost to Serve, CTSI and lead time governance. Represent operational requirements and support testing, deployment and adoption.Manage assigned workstreams, including milestones, risks and status reporting.



Governance, Standardization and Continuous Improvement

Maintain SOPs, standard definitions, work instruction documents and the GA Transportation RACI across global, regional and country levels.Lead CI initiatives that improve OTIF, lead time reliability, data quality and cost.Guide and support the Regional Transportation Coordinator on track-and-trace and escalation work.


Stakeholder Management


Work with Country Logistics, Global Transportation, Global Procurement, Quality, Finance, GDP/Planning and service providers.


Qualifications

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Supply chain management or an MBA. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
  • Experience: 6–10 years in transportation, logistics or supply chain operations, including managing service providers and escalations, plus some project or program experience.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong operational knowledge of ocean, air and road freight, Incoterms, customs and shipment documentation.
  • Proven experience managing service providers, including KPIs, service reviews, RCA/CAPA and commercial discussions.
  • Working knowledge of non-conformance processes, claims management and GxP/quality requirements in a regulated (medical device) environment.
  • Experience with temperature-controlled and dangerous-goods shipments.
  • Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel. Power BI is preferred.
  • Familiarity with SAP, transportation visibility platforms and freight audit tools.
  • Sound judgment under pressure, with the ability to prioritize and drive issues to closure.
  • Clear, executive-level communication and the ability to influence across regions and functions.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

MYS Kuala Lumpur - Jalan Kerinchi

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Success Profile

What sets successful Manufacturing professionals apart? You're likely to thrive in BD Manufacturing if you are:

  • Team player
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem-solver
  • Results-driven
  • Self-starter
  • Trustworthy

Ready to be part of something bigger?

This is an environment for individuals who value consistency, teamwork and quality. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, structured training and clear processes – while contributing to products that improve patient care at scale. See how a 34-year BD veteran brings to life the pride, purpose and possibility found in a manufacturing career that truly makes an impact.

Hear from Our Associates

  • "The stories I hear about how our BD products are impacting people's lives is what gets me excited about my role. It gives me self-gratification knowing each day that we are shipping out items so we can help those whose lives are at risk."

  • "My confidence in our products not only comes from my own experience being directly involved with the product assembly process and working with well-trained and caring associates, but also knowing that there are robust procedures and good teams in place to safeguard every process and its quality, every step of the way."

  • "The culture at BD is very connected, supportive and the people have a lot of pride – and it shows in the work everyone does."

  • "The management team and I actively sought various internal and external training resources and channels, established a comprehensive talent training system, and provided associates with personalized training and development plans. I'm proud that most of the management team members come from internal promotions."

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Retirement Plans

  • Healthcare Coverage

  • Paid Time Off

  • Parental Leave

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Professional Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

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