Global Logistics Manager
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The Company
Our client is a respected and fast-growing industrial manufacturer and distributor, supplying a diverse product range to major retail and wholesale customers across Australia and overseas.
With a strong production base in Asia and established international distribution channels, the business continues to deliver double-digit growth while investing heavily in systems, capability, and operational performance.
With expansion accelerating across Australia, Asia, and the US — and a new CFO and CEO driving clear strategic direction — the business is entering a phase of scale, optimisation, and global alignment.
The Opportunity
This newly createdGlobal Logistics Managerrole is a key appointment within the business.
Reporting to the CEO, you will take ownership of the global logistics network — including international freight, 3PL management, and warehousing — and lead the design and execution of new logistics infrastructure across APAC and the US.
Based in Melbourne, you will oversee logistics operations across Australia, Asia, and North America, ensuring efficient freight flows, strong partner performance, and the right foundations to support continued growth.
Working closely with internal leaders and global logistics partners, you will help shape a unified, scalable logistics function that matches the company's commercial ambition.
Key Responsibilities
Lead global logistics operations across Asia, Australia, and the US
Develop and implement integrated logistics and distribution strategies across regions
Manage international shipping, freight forwarding, and 3PL partners, including greenfield setups
Oversee inbound/outbound freight flows to ensure reliability, visibility, and cost efficiency
Strengthen and renegotiate commercial agreements with key logistics providers
Build scalable warehousing and distribution frameworks to support growth and diversification
Support S&OP processes to improve demand planning, inventory accuracy, and service levels
Work closely with the CFO on cost-to-serve, working capital, and cash-flow optimisation
Lead process improvement, systems development, and digital enablement across the network
Build capability and structure to support long-term international expansion
About You
You are an experienced logistics professional with strong exposure to global freight, 3PL operations, and international supply networks — ideally gained within industrial manufacturing, import/distribution, or high-volume product environments.
You combine commercial awareness with hands-on operational discipline and can operate at pace in a lean, growing business.
You will bring:
Strong end-to-end logistics leadership across multiple regions
Deep understanding of global shipping, freight forwarding, and import/export operations
Demonstrated experience managing 3PL providers and greenfield logistics setups
Commercial acumen with a focus on cost, performance, and working capital
Strong stakeholder and partner management capability
Practical, agile leadership style suited to a fast-moving environment
What's on Offer
Strategic, high-impact global role with real ownership
Opportunity to build and shape the global logistics network
Strong executive backing and clear growth plan
Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture
How to Apply
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For a confidential discussion, contactLewis Ironsideonor.
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