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Trek Bikes SEA Forecasting and Logistics Specialist in United States
A bit about us
Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
Job Description
About the company
Trek Bicycle is a global leader in the design and manufacture of bicycles and related products. Trek believes the bicycle can be a simple solution to many of the world’s most complex problems and is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent people from using bicycles more often for transportation, recreation, and inspiration. Our mission is to create products we love, and to take care of our customers. We value our team, making sure the best is on the field. We value new ideas from all sources, inspiring others with our positive energy, dealing with reality to make the tough calls, and getting things done fast. We want to turn ideas into reality.
Role Title: SEA Forecasting and Logistics Specialist
Department: Forecasting and Logistics
Location: Singapore (Hybrid)
Reporting Line: Direct to Financial Controller Singapore, functionally to APAC Forecasting director
Position Summary
The Trek SEA Forecasting and Logistics [x] is responsible for managing and executing the inventory strategy to support sales in Singapore, and in the future, across SEA markets.As a key member of the SEA team, you will work closely with colleagues to manage inventory levels while improving reporting and analytics capabilities. Strong time management, data analysis and communication skills are essential. A solid understanding of bicycles and the bicycle industry, supply chain management and business operations are preferred. Experience in purchasing, forecasting and/or demand planning is also strongly preferred. This role will work primarily with Trek SEA businesses in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong. Key Responsibilities
Forecasting and inventory management
Develop and manage accurate sales forecasts for the bicycle business using historical data, market trends and business insights
Manage purchase orders and maintain a lean inventory profile, by balancing optimal stock availability with minimizing excess and obsolete inventory, to support the sales strategy
Collaborate with key stakeholders (product, sales, marketing teams) to incorporate their input into forecasts
Utilize forecasting software and tools to analyze data and generate actionable insights
Oversee product pricing and monitoring of profit margins
Logistics
Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of logistics operations, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
Optimize logistics processes to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and ensure timely delivery of products
Review and optimize the performance of the 3PL through logistics KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) and SLA (Service Level Agreement) metrics by managing the relationship and driving the performance expected from the SEA 3PL partner
Lead and optimize freight solutions for all modes of Transportation (Air, Ocean, Road, and Parcel) and Logistics/Warehousing (DC’s, Cross Docks, and Project/Specialty Warehouses).
Manage the warehousing & freight annual budgets, including monthly tracking.
Lead the logistics cost budget development and continue monitoring budget versus actual costs of all logistics related costs
Operationalize 3PL set up for the region, including playing a key role in the project team during the set up of operational processes, KPIs, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) up to go-live phase
Competencies required
Proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proven critical thinking and collaborative skills for global business coordination
Analytical, highly numerate, and strong attention to detail
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management and with cross-functional teams
Ability to lead and drive projects and processes across different business areas
Ability to create and implement plans, processes and procedures, including process improvements
Ability to work independently with a sense of business acumen capable of presenting logical and well- structured proposals
Customer first mentality, with a strong drive to personally take care of people
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in forecasting and logistics software/tolls (eg. ERP systems, demand planning software, Microsoft Excel) strongly advantageous
International business experience or exposure is a strong plus
Flexibility to travel internationally as required
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
