Logistics manager

Labourpower Recruitment Services specialises in labour hire solutions for businesses in key industry sectors right across Australia and we pride ourselves on our industry knowledge and have effective processes in place to match the right candidate to the right job every time.

Our client is a privately owned business who is recognised globally for providing solutions in the commodity traders and food service industries. Reporting to the CEO, your responsibilities will include:

• Doncaster Location ( 3108 )
• Monday to Friday – Flexible start and finish times ( 37.5 hours a week )
• Immediate start for successful applicant

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Management: Lead and manage a team of Logistics Coordinators, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure the timely, accurate, and high-quality delivery of logistics services.
• End-to-End Process Management: Take ownership of the entire logistics process, from pre-shipment to post-shipment activities, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely delivery of goods.
• Documentation Management: Create, maintain, and complete all necessary paperwork and commercial documents required for shipments, including but not limited to shipment requests, AWBs, BOLs, commercial invoices, and special instructions.
• Freight Booking and Coordination: Handle freight booking procedures, liaising with forwarders or shipping lines, and coordinating the collection of products with freight forwarders or brokers.
• Customer Service: Maintain regular communication with customers, providing updates on vessel booking details, shipment status, and resolving any issues or complaints promptly.
• Financial Administration: Assist in checking and coding invoices for services, ensuring accuracy, and passing them on to the Accounts team for processing.
• Operational Support: Provide operational and administrative support to the operations team, including processing local customer orders for the Local food services team.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Lead and motivate the logistics team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to team members to enhance their performance and skills.
• Support to Global Trade Team: Work closely with the Global Trade team to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of all elements of trade logistics, supporting the team in delivering exceptional service to trade customers.

About you:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar international logistics role, demonstrating a solid understanding of logistics processes and procedures.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential. Experience with custom-designed software for raising export documents is preferred.
• Documentation Expertise: Strong ability to produce and manage commercial documents accurately and efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers.
• Customer Focus: Demonstrated capability to identify and meet customer needs, providing exceptional service and support.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation and processes.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to identify issues, analyse problems, and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Autonomous and Team Player: Self-motivated with a proactive attitude, capable of working autonomously while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.

To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, email a copy of your resume and cover letter to Kelly Jenkins on

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