The Sample Production Logistics Coordinator role in Melbourne's industrial and manufacturing sector focuses on managing logistics for the company's product sample production and ensuring smooth operations. This permanent position is an opportunity to contribute to an organised and productive logistics process.
An organisation within the industrial and manufacturing sector based in Northern Suburbs of Melbourne.
Description
Own and coordinate the end-to-end sample production and logistics process
Manage inventory, forecasting, stock control and sample availability
Coordinate projects across multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Warehousing and external suppliers
Manage 3PL relationships, shipping schedules and sample deliveries
Monitor overseas shipments, containers, co-loading and freight movements
Maintain accurate inventory, shipment and project records
Analyse inventory and business data to support planning and decision making
Drive process improvements and streamline operational workflows
Troubleshoot issues and implement practical solutions proactively
Influence stakeholders and negotiate outcomes across the business
Support systems improvements, implementations and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and operational standards
Deliver a high level of project coordination, communication and stakeholder management
Take ownership of the function and operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment
Profile
Experience in supply chain, logistics, inventory control,



customer service or operations coordination within a manufacturing, industrial, wholesale or distribution environment
Proven ability to operate at a Supervisor or Team Leader level, demonstrating leadership without direct people management responsibility
Experience managing inventory, stock control, forecasting and planning activities
Exposure to 3PL management, warehousing, freight coordination, overseas shipping, containers and co-loading
Strong project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate across Sales, Marketing, Operations and Warehousing teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience identifying issues and implementing practical solutions
Proven experience driving process improvements, creating new workflows and delivering operational efficiencies
Highly resilient, organised and process-driven, with the confidence to take ownership and work autonomously
Experience working with inventory management, CRM or ERP systems
Salesforce experience is highly desirable
Exposure to Navision and project management platforms such as Monday.com will be advantageous
Excellent communication, relationship-building and interpersonal skills
A continuous improvement mindset, with examples of successfully implementing change and improving business processes
Job Offer
A salary of $70,000 AUD plus superannuation.
Permanent position in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
Opportunities to contribute to efficient logistics operations.
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📌 Sample Production Logistics Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Melbourne