Logistics Specialist

19 / 04 / 2024

  • Bay of Plenty
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Freight Forwarding / Shipping / Transport / Logistics / Drivers

Description

About the company

We are working with a successful and passionate business who specialise in food manufacturing within a specific niche. Their business is continuing to grow and take on new markets which makes it an exciting time to join their team. As a result of this, they are now looking for a Logistics Specialist to join the business to support their growth and development.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Warehouse & Logistics Manager, this Logistics Specialist role is based in Mount Maunganui. In this role, you will manage and oversee all aspects of FCL export operations.

  • Preparation of necessary documentation in compliance with international shipping (such as commercial invoices and export declarations).
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs agents to guarantee efficient and timely shipments.
  • Serve as the main contact for customers, vendors, and logistics partners, managing schedules, tracking shipments, and resolving shipping issues.
  • Keep constant communication with the Warehouse and Customer Service teams to streamline order processing and update all parties on shipment statuses.
  • Manage all shipping-related costs and reconciliations, including expenses related to MPI, container holds, detention and demurrage.
  • Keep up with any changes in import/export regulations.

What you will bring to the role

  • Minimum 2 years in export operations, a strong understanding of international compliance and regulations.
  • Excellent communication, the ability to communicate clearly with both multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Having a strategic mindset and a keen eye for detail will be a key advantage in this role as will a positive collaborative attitude.
  • Adaptive to last-minute change and the ability to think outside the box to find the right solutions.

What’s in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to join a passionate and growing business in a dynamic and busy role which would suit someone who likes to keep their finger on the pulse! In addition to the salary on offer is work flexibility, medical insurance and more!

For more information or to reach out for a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Kennedy on 021 534 790 or sarahk@huntercampbell.co.nz

  • Manage export operations
  • Salary + generous super scheme
  • Opportunity for growth and career development!

Apply now

Sarah Kennedy
Consultant, Supply Chain, Operations and Procurement

I am a specialist freight forwarding recruiter connecting experienced and new emerging talent to well-established NZ local and global businesses. I seek to understand more than just the role itself to ensure candidates are set up for long-term success. Having started my career and spending almost 5 years in international freight forwarding, I have a…

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