Costco Wholesale is the 2nd largest global retailer with warehouse club operations already operating 555 locations in 8 countries. We are the recognised leader in our field, dedicated to quality in every area of our business and respected for our outstanding business ethics.
**Position description**
Reporting to the Traffic & Compliance Manager, you will assist with the shipment of retail products, logistic functions, systems data entry and maintenance. Your responsibilities will include:
- Manage compiling and processing of all import documentation, including customs and quarantine paperwork.
- Responsible for the data entry of all relevant paperwork associated with import and export ocean, air and courier shipments into Costco's Merchandise system, AS400.
- Liaising with freight forwarders, couriers, transport companies, shipping lines and third party warehousing suppliers
- Provides visibility to the wider team of incoming imported shipments by sea, air or by courier and also of specific consignments.
- Verification and routine audit of freight rates against negotiated charge structure.
- Reporting of deviations in Supply Chain and charges incurred
- Facilitating the processing of duty and freight rate requests
- Preparation of shipping documents for export, including duty refunds
- Provide technical support for queries from internal customers (e.g. Buying team, Accounts, Finance)
- Assist in the preparation of freight, warehousing, transport quotes
- General trouble shooting and issue resolution for both internal and external stakeholders
- General administration (e.g. filing of documentation)
**The successful applicant**:
- Ideally possess an advanced level of experience in shipping and/or international Supply Chain and Logistics and has a minimum of 2 years experience in these or associated disciplines
- Is confident and motivated to achieve results in the most efficient way possible
- Has a bright and positive attitude would be also considered
- Has excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Possesses strong math and excel /word skills
- Is a team player willing to work and support a wider team
- Is capable of working unsupervised in a fast paced environment.
- Must be detail oriented, well organized and able to multitask with robust problem solving experience.
- Has the ability to proactively identify opportunities and issues and take decisive action; initiate activities and accept responsibilities beyond the specific job description
- Demonstrates flexibility in thinking, and adapt to and manage the increasing rate of change: be prepared for the unexpected and be responsive to emerging issues, you definitely work well under pressure.
SK91606A
📌 International Supply Chain Officer - Traffic Clerk
🏢 Costco AU
📍 Sydney