Import Procurement Operations Officer

**About the company**

Globelink International is Australia's leading international freight forwarder offering consolidation services with links to all corners of the world. Established for over 17 years and with over 100 years of experience, we have the depth of expertise in partnership with our headquarters in Singapore and a network of more than 100 offices in 28 countries.

Freight management services we offer include:

- Consolidation services for Less than container Load (LCL)
- Full container Load (FCL)
- Sea Freight as a purely NVOCC
- Air Freight
- Customs Clearance
- Delivery
- DG and Special Project Cargo
- Door to door Services

**About the Role**

As an Import Procurement Operations Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement process for goods and services intended for Import. The role involves ensuring that all necessary materials are acquired in a timely and cost-effective manner while adhering to Import regulations and company policies.

Position: Import Procurement Operations Officer

Location of work: Unit 37, 1 International drive, West Meadows, Vic - 3049

Employment Type: Permanent, Full time

Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 plus Superannuation

**Main Responsibilities**:

- Conduct market research, evaluating and analysing potential suppliers
- Manage end-to-end import procurement process including negotiating contracts, payment terms, quoting and invoicing, handling transportation and controlling procurement spends
- Creating purchase orders compliance with international trade regulations and obtaining import licenses and documentation
- Manage procurement activities with ensuring on-time delivery, maximising cost efficiency and enhancing profitability at every step of the procurement cycle of imported goods while meeting all quality and performance requirements.
- Communicate with suppliers, retailers, and clients to achieve profitable deals and mutual satisfaction in terms of pricing, supply, delivery, and quality.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure pricing, clear terms, transparency, quality standards and delivery schedules are met.
- Keep up with import regulations, including tariffs, taxes, and compliance requirements to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory guidelines.
- Identify the potential risks and select a trusted supplier, shipping company, warehouses, courier service and reliable customs broker that are the right fit for business needs
- Use recording systems to track inventory and submit purchase orders, to review stock levels regularly, set up automatic reordering point, and provide alerts when supplies are low to minimise supply chain interruptions
- Use live tracking tools to manage customer expectations
- Coordinate with relevant teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to forecast demand and monitor inventory levels for timely restocking
- Establishing strategic and long-term relationships with trusted suppliers to mitigate risks in procurement and quality issues - Prepare accurate reports for upper management including shipment records management

**To be considered for this role, your skills must include**:
Business awareness

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Market research

Understanding of risk management

Relationship management skills

Understanding of sustainability and the global market

Contract management

Demand and supply management

Time management

Understanding of international trade regulations

**Relevant Qualifications**: Bachelor degree on International Business Relations with at least 3years of experience working in a similar environment.

**Interested?**

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- WORKING: 3 years (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 10/07/2025