Freight Forwarding

1 month ago

Sydney, Australia People Group Full time

Exciting role to grow as a Perishables Manager
- Growth Opportunities and Positive Leadership
- Salary up to $130,000-$150,000 + Super

**Perishables Manager - Sydney**

**Your new company**
This leading freight forwarding company offers extensive international logistics services, including Sea Freight, Air Freight, Customs Clearance, Transportation, Warehousing, Distribution, and Logistics Solution. They pride themselves on their competitive pricing through their negotiating power and partnerships with shipping lines and airlines. Their objective is to exceed customer expectations by providing high-quality, value-added service while maintaining ethical standards.

**Your New Role as a Perishables Manager**
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the perishables sector, both national and international market.
- Ensure compliance for the department related to RACA, RMP, MPI and other relevant authorities (including international compliance where required) are met.
- Arrange for Australian Quality Inspection Solutions (AQIS) inspections, calibration, and arrange fumigation as required.
- Support the Head of Perishables in the operations of the department, conducting performance, training & development, and appraisals as required.
- Maintain strong long-term relationships with clients, overseas agents, airlines, and internal stakeholders.
- Ensuring administrative and documentation duties for regulations are consistent and current.
- Meet department KPIs as set by the National Perishables Manger and the company.
- Liaising with clients, overseas agents, airlines, and internal departments.
- Arranging transport and cartage, preparing quotations, and negotiating rates with airlines if necessary.
- Hands-on assisting in all aspects of operation.
- Be a team player to achieve and exceed monthly targets.
- Be available and accountable to both customers and internal stakeholders.
- Other duties as assigned

**What you'll need to succeed**
- Bachelor’s Degree (Ideally logistics/supply chain management or in a related field)
- At least 3 years’ proven experience as a Perishables Manager, preferably within a logistics or freight forwarding company.
- Extensive experience in air freight, sea freight, and logistics management.
- Strong knowledge of Perishable export operations.
- Demonstrated business development experience, including identifying and pursuing new opportunities, negotiating contracts/rates, and building strategic partnerships.
- Comprehensive knowledge of various transportation channels in the freight industry.
- Understanding of industry terminology.
- Proven ability to achieve and exceed KPI and targets.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a team in a demanding environment.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Excellent time and management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Capable of problem-solving on the spot.
- Stakeholder management skills

**What you'll get in return**
- Embrace a fantastic career opportunity as a Perishables Manager in the freight forwarding industry, where you’ll thrive in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment with a collaborative operations team.
- Enjoy a highly competitive salary and the freedom to truly make this role your own.

**What you need to do now**

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