Operations Specialist

International Logistics Operations Specialist

Location: North West Sydney, NSW

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 model: 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

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