APAC Logistics Specialist

About the role

HARTING, an international supplier of industrial connectivity, is hiring an APAC Logistics Specialist based in Singapore. The role manages and optimizes end-to-end logistics across the Asia-Pacific region, acting as the central coordination point for freight, customs, warehousing and third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships. It reports to the Head of Regional Logistics - APAC.

Key responsibilities

• Freight and transportation: manage inbound and outbound air, sea and road shipments, coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers and customs brokers, negotiate rates and service agreements, and drive digitalization of booking and tracking via TMS platforms.
• Warehouse and inventory: oversee inventory accuracy across APAC distribution centers, coordinate with 3PL partners on replenishment, pick-and-pack and returns, and support cycle counts and annual stock takes.
• Customs and trade compliance: ensure import/export compliance across APAC jurisdictions, manage customs documentation, Singapore TradeNet permit applications and Singapore Customs queries, and support FTA utilization and tariff applications.
• Invoice validation and freight billing: audit freight invoices against contracted rates and SLAs, resolve billing disputes, maintain billing records and support finance teams with accruals, cost allocation and spend reporting.
• Data, reporting and analytics: track KPIs such as on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, lead times and fill rates, maintain ERP and TMS data (e.g. SAP, Oracle, CargoWise), prepare performance dashboards and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Process improvement: support automation initiatives, develop and enforce SOPs, and take part in cross-functional projects on network optimization and digitization.
• Vendor and stakeholder management: act as main contact for 3PL partners, run vendor business reviews, support customer onboarding and work with procurement, sales, customer service and finance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field; extensive demonstrated expertise may substitute.
• 4-6 years of logistics/supply chain experience, including at least 2 years in a regional APAC role.
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore TradeNet, Singapore Customs procedures and APAC import/export regulations.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Mandarin; Japanese or Korean is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, adaptable and willing to travel within the Asia-Pacific region.

Required skills

• SAP WM/EWM (required)
• Hands-on experience with TMS/WMS platforms, digital freight tools or logistics automation tools (e.g. Power BI, RPA) is advantageous

What we offer

• Social insurance coverage (APAC)
• Staff insurance coverage (APAC)