Director, Regional Cost Controller

Hapag-Lloyd • singapore, singapore • Posted June 14, 2026

About the Role

Responsibilities: Focus on cost saving, operational efficiency, and process optimization

Champion a culture of cost consciousness across the region.

Consistently analyze, prioritize, and push for initiatives to lower cost per unit.

Build and maintain an ongoing pipeline of cost-saving initiatives.

Responsible for detailing, monitoring, and reporting of operational measures/drivers related to cost savings targets set forth in global programs (e.g., Ventus).

Develop and monitor non-financial operational metrics including benchmarking across QSCs/Areas.

Define, implement, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational cost recording and verification across QSCs/Areas.

Establish framework and oversee adherence for identifying, tracking, and resolving vendor disputes.

Audit operational workflows to identify process inefficiencies and bottlenecks that drive up structural costs.

Oversee the struc...