Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 + Super (or hourly equivalent)
Contract: Initial 6-Month Temporary Contract with potential temp-to-perm opportunity
Overview
Our client is seeking an Operations Specialist to join the International Operations team. This role is focused on managing high-volume container movements, coordinating deliveries and working closely with freight forwarders, logistics providers and internal stakeholders to ensure products arrive on time and in full.
Key Responsibilities
Manage container movements and deliveries across a high-volume FMCG environment
Work closely with freight forwarders, carriers and logistics providers
Monitor shipment status and resolve delivery exceptions
Manage freight documentation and container-related administration
Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders
Support reporting and operational analytics activities
Identify and escalate supply chain issues impacting service levels
Support continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations
Utilise Excel and reporting tools to track performance and operational KPIs
Key Requirements
3-5+ years experience in logistics, international operations, freight forwarding or supply chain operations
Experience managing containers, freight movements and shipping documentation
Freight forwarding experience highly regarded
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, reporting and data analysis)
Power BI or advanced analytics experience preferred
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Able to hit the ground running with minimal training
Working Arrangements
Office based during initial training period
Hybrid mode: 3 days office / 2 days WFH after training
Large team environment (10-person International Operations team)
Start date ASAP, with preference before Christmas but focused on securing the right person