J.R. Simplot

Logistics Coordinator


PayCompetitive
LocationMelbourne/Victoria
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 15632

      Simplot Australia is a food manufacturing and agriculture business encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood, and sauce operations that supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and food service customers.

      As a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, we are focused on creating food Australians and New Zealanders love by maximising value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include the likes of Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

      We have five manufacturing sites in Australia and six sales sites and employ almost 2000 people across these operations. We are an integral part of the global J.R. Simplot Company.

      Culture and Benefits

      At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

      • Respect for Resources
      • Spirit of Innovation
      • Passion for People

      We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

      Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

      The Perks

      • Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
      • Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
      • Employee Reward and Recognition Program
      • Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
      • Sensory Club Program – Enjoy and taste our new product launches and access to our Culinary cooking sessions
      • Novated Car Leasing Agreements

      Simplot Australia values the innovation and relationship building that comes from face to face connection but also recognises the need for flexibility in the lives of our team members. This is why we have a hybrid work environment, with one dedicated day per week where we all come together to maintain our successful culture of innovation, connection and collaboration.

      About our role

      • 6-month Fixed Term contract
      • Join a tight-knit, head office Logistics team to direct coordination of finished goods from 3PL’s DC’s to our Customers
      • Based at our head office in Mentone/Moorabbin

      We now have an opportunity for Logistics Coordinator to join our Transport Logistics Team, for a 6-month Fixed Term contract and based at our head office in Mentone/Moorabbin.

      What you will do

      Working within a close-knit team, in this role you will efficiently ensure the processing of orders through our 3PL partners and coordinate transport movements of finished goods from 3PL’s / Distribution Centres to our Customers.

      A big focus of this role is process adherence / review, high levels of direct stakeholder/relationship building and efficient movement of orders through to the ultimate Customer. You will troubleshoot day-to-day operational tasks to ensure our 3PL warehouse outputs align to a variety of transport networks.

      This will include:

      • Ensure all OH&S, COR and legislative requirements are adhered to at all times.
      • Assist with efficient Customer responses to issues.
      • Participate in the review process of all current SOP’s.
      • Identify new SOP’s to be developed to improve efficiencies to deliver increased profitability through process improvement.
      • Develop and implement change to improve process of orders and delivery of finished goods.
      • Monitor order flows and highlight areas of improvement.
      • Create and maintain internal/external relationships to ensure efficient and effective order processing / deliveries.
      • Produce Operational KPI’s to support logistics with service levels of 3PL and Freight suppliers.
      • Claim investigation understanding and POD collation.

      About you

      • An excellent knowledge of supply chain in particular 3PL warehouse, transport networks, and logistics processes.
      • Exposure to ERP Software, particularly JDE and/or SAP.
      • Project management understanding and experience.
      • Effective stakeholder management skills.
      • The ability to influence change and drive process improvement through collaborative team environments.
      • Microsoft Office suite (intermediate Excel, Outlook).

      If this sounds like you, then please apply online now

      Applications close Wednesday, 11 October 2023

      #LI-AH1

      Job Requisition ID: 15632

      Travel Required: None

      Location(s): Chifley Business Park Office - Melbourne

      Country: Australia

      Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com

  • About the company

      The J R Simplot Company was founded in 1929 by 20-year-old John Richard Simplot near the small agricultural community of Declo in south central Idaho, United States.

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