About the Role

Establish standardized logistics policies, operating procedures, and governance models for country teams across 
transportation, warehousing, customs, trade compliance etc.
• Lead regional transportation management. Design and manage the regional transportation network (FTL, LTL, 
parcel, intermodal, ocean freight etc.).
• Set performance standards, KPIs, and operational frameworks for country-level warehouses, including layout 
efficiency, throughput targets, inventory accuracy, and cost per unit handled etc. Lead regional distribution center 
project.
• Manage customs & trade compliance regionally. Define regional customs clearance protocols, duty optimization 
strategies, and trade compliance guidelines. Coordinate with country teams to ensure adherence to import/export 
regulations, free trade agreements, and tariff classifications.
• Lead regional ocean freight tendering & carrier management. Own the regional ocean freight procurement cycle, 
including routine tenders, carrier negotiation, contract management. Drive rate benchmarking, capacity allocation, 
and carrier performance reviews across the region.
• Drive commercial/operational logistics efficiency (cost optimization). Identify and execute cost reduction 
opportunities across freight, warehousing, drayage, and ancillary logistics services. 
• Lead logistics digitalization (TMS, WMS, automation). Charter the deployment of Transportation Management 
Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and related technologies (e.g., yard/dock
management, RFID, robotic process automation, track& trace). Drive system adoption, data integration, and 
analytics capabilities across country teams.
• Coordinate cross-country logistics performance & escalation management. Monitor regional logistics dashboards, 
identify underperforming countries or lanes, and lead improvement initiatives. Act as the escalation point for major 
logistics disruptions (port delays, customs holds, capacity crunches) requiring regional coordination.
• Build logistics capability in country teams. Assess maturity gaps in country-level logistics execution. Deploy 
training, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and performance playbooks to elevate local teams' ability to 
manage transportation, warehousing, customs, and DC operations independently and effectively

Your Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, engineering or related field. Advanced degree or certification in 
supply chain is a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain management. 4+ years in a regional or multi-country logistics 
governance role.
JOB DESCRIPTION
CONFIDENTIAL
• Hands-on experience with TMS and WMS implementation and other logistics digitalization projects.
• Regional distribution center setup experience is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
• Fluent in English; additional APAC languages are advantageous.
• Analytical mindset with ability to manage complexity and drive operational excellence.
• Willingness to travel within the APAC region as required

Why Join Us

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

About Sika

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.20 billion in 2025.