Regional Logistics Control Assistant Manager - #1092966

We are looking for an experienced and driven professional to join our team as the Regional Logistics Control Assistant Manager.

In this role, you will oversee and manage logistics performance across Sony’s Asia Pacific (AP) region. You will play a key role in cost control, strategic planning, risk management, and vendor relations, while also collaborating on logistics solutions and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will be doing

• Manage and monitor the overall logistics cost budget, providing monthly and annual cost analysis reports.
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of logistics cost KPIs, including e-commerce sales logistics.
• Drive and lead regional Logistics Solution Projects by collaborating with country logistics teams across the AP region.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies for logistics operations.
• Act as the Vendor Management Officer (VMO) for logistics vendors in the AP region.
• Lead discussions on the regional logistics Mid-Range Plan (MRP) and Operating Budget (OB).
• Organize and facilitate Regional Logistics Meetings to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing within the AP region.
• Support contract negotiations across the region and provide strategic recommendations for decision-making.
• Participate in solution-driven projects by identifying performance gaps and opportunities for process improvement.

What you should have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimally 5 years of relevant experience in Logistics Control, Planning, Supply Chain Management, or a similar domain.
• In-depth understanding of the consumer business landscape and logistics industry trends in the AP region.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms such as Cloud-based platforms and AI technologies is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

What will help you succeed

• Professional proficiency in Japanese is highly preferred.
• Willingness to travel within AP region as part of regional collaboration and project execution.

Benefits you will have

• Flexible work arrangement (because we understand Life happens)
• Comprehensive medical benefits (including physical health screenings and term life insurance benefits)
• AWS and variable bonus
• Special staff purchase rates
• Flexible benefits (so you can claim for that staycay or gym membership you’ve been eyeing)
• Corporate social responsibility time off for 1 day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Milestone gifts (such as long service award and marriage gift because we want to celebrate both your professional and personal milestones)
• Wellness activities to promote healthy lifestyles
• Curated training programmes to encourage continuous professional development

At Sony, we strive to create a place for you to realise your potential and inspire you to make positive impact through innovation, smart collaboration and boundless curiosity. We are looking for people who believe that they can enrich lives and help us achieve our purpose – fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology.