Supply Chain Lead - International logistics
Posted Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 1:00 pm
Join one of Australia and New Zealand's most customer centric retail groups - Accent Group. With a portfolio of over 900 stores, 34 iconic brands (including HOKA, Skechers, Dr. Martens, Platypus, Hype DC, Stylerunner, Nude Lucy, The Athletes Foot, Sports Direct, Glue Store and Vans), and 30+ online platforms, we're not just selling shoes - we're shaping the future of retail. At Accent Group, we're driven by innovation, passionate about people, and serious about creating standout career opportunities. Whether you're starting your retail journey or looking to grow into leadership, you'll be part of a culture that values individuality, rewards performance, and empowers you to make your mark (in your kicks of course!)
About the role:The Supply Chain Lead - International Logistics supports thegroup's inbound international freight functions by managing communication between internal Accent Group business departments, externalsuppliersand service providers,maintainingreporting and shipment information in operating system.
This is a12 monthcontractcovering maternity leave and sits within the Supply Chain - Purchasing and International Logistics team with two direct reports.
The responsibilities will include:
* Support theday-to-day operations of the business' international inboundlogisticsfunctions and in doing sodemonstratean interest inexisting internationallogisticspractices and trends.
* Build andmaintainstrong working relationships with freight forwarders and service providers, ensuring that regular reporting is received asrequired, issues are addressed and escalated.
* Actionpurchase orderuploads from the Ap21 ERP to Yeeorder portal and vice versa, work closely with Yeeorder control tower team to resolve any errors and inaccuracies.
* Ensureaccuratepurchase order and shipment data ismaintainedin the Ap21 ERP byutilizingfreight forwarder reporting,reportsfrom Yeeorder portal and internal reporting tools.
* Utilise Yeeorder and Ap21 reporting tools to monitor progress of international inbound shipments, ensuing factories are handing over goods and freight forwarding partners are moving goods in line with KPIs.
* Maintain and distribute theexcelinbound schedule and goods in transit reporting.
* Assistin reviewingand resolvinganyshipmentvariances from suppliers, request and ensure receipt of credits whererequired.
* Manage daily operational functions of BLP warehouse in conjunction with service provider.
* Supportinternal and external stakeholdersby responding to and resolving queries, escalating issues whererequired.
* SupportPurchasing andWholesale Allocationsteam member'sworkload whenrequired.
* Act as the first point of escalation for queries and issues raised by members of the Purchasing and International Logistics team, members of internal Accent Group business departments, externalsuppliersand service providers.
* Maintain a continuous improvement attitude towards reporting functions and operational processes.
* Ensure all relevant legal,regulatoryor internal process are followed within area of responsibility.
* Take responsibility for special projects and additional tasks as requested and where reasonable.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* Organization and time management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiencyin the Microsoft Suit withintermediate tostrong excel skills.
* Experience with Apparel 21 ERP applications is preferable.
* Maintain a relevant knowledge base of current international logistics trends and industry happenings which may fall outside of the immediate scope of this role.
* Apparel 21 ERP.
* Microsoft Excel.
At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.
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