Job Title

Lead the regional distribution strategy for a significant logistics portfolio to drive operational excellence & profitability for Subway franchisees Whats the opportunity This job is about managing the vital infrastructure that powers over 3 million pallet movements a year across a complex network. As the Distribution Sourcing Lead, you will take the lead on finding, choosing and managing the 21+ distributions centres and logistics partners that keep the Subway network moving across Asia-Pacific. You will step into a senior, highly autonomous position that is responsible for the overarching strategy of sourcing logistics providers (3PL/4PL) and freight forwarders while ensuring operational efficiency and reliability. If you are a curious, data-driven professional who can navigate the ambiguity of an evolving regional supply chain and turn technical improvements into superior franchisee experience, this is the challenge for you. What youll do Lead Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute strategic distribution sourcing plans for 3PL,4PL and freight forwarding providers that align with global objectives. Negotiate Best-Value Contracts: Lead high-stakes negotiations to secure contracts that optimize costs while fulfilling strict Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Supplier Governance: Manage a diverse network of logistics vendors, running Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and monitoring performance/KPIs. Risk & Resilience: Leverage business intelligence and data to identify trends and risks within the landscape, developing mitigation strategies to prevent network disruption. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the critical conduit between operations, finance, and regional hubs in Singapore and Korea to resolve escalations. Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify commercial opportunities and technical improvements, such as enhancing EDI and GS1 data integration. What youll bring to the role IPC International are looking for a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable being on the tools when navigating complex supply chain data. Industry Expertise: Essential experience (5+ years) in Supply Chain, Distribution, or Logistics sourcing: preferably within QSR, Food, or FMCG. 3PL/4PL Mastery: Deep understanding of 3rd & 4th party logistics and managing complex vendor-managed systems. Strategic Procurement Excellence: Proven experience in the "source to contract" process for significant spend portfolios. Demonstrated negotiation skills. Analytical Mindset: The ability to use data to drive commercial recommendations and manage technical data talking points (EDI/GS1). Resilience & Communication: A proactive communicator who can manage a matrix of internal and external stakeholders, from local operation teams to Franchise owners. Benefits of working for IPC International Flexible work hours requirement to work from the office 5 days per fortnight, with Wednesdays encouraged to be anchor/team days Generous leave receive an additional 5 days; 2 wellness days, half a Friday per quarter and an anniversary day off Development Opportunities access to development after probation to upskill in a career or personal hobby Social Events participate in and celebrate numerous company and team social events EAP About IPC International IPC International are more than a supply chain partner they are a trusted team with over 20 years of experience supporting Subway Franchisees and helping them to drive growth across complex markets. With a global network of suppliers and distributors and a full site of end-to-end services; they keep supply chains moving so their partners can thrive. This is down to their people, their execution and technology. Joining IPC means being part of a truly global organisation. www.ipcinternational.com For candidates who progress through our screening process, we are obliged to ensure that all candidates have the necessary legal right to work in Australia. We will require you to provide evidence prior to an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr