International Freight Manager ANZ

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for operational import and export activities.
• Plan and execute import and export shipments from suppliers around the world.
• Manage regulatory and legal requirements for import and export operations.
• Manage budgets across Australia and New Zealand.
• Coordinate import and export plans with the ANZ warehousing network.
• Drive productivity initiatives that reduce costs or improve service.
• Deliver the international freight strategy, support tender processes, and provide input on service specifications.

Compliance and Relationships

• Manage relationships with freight vendors, Australian Customs, Quarantine, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, and other regulatory authorities.
• Ensure legislative compliance in Australia and overseas.
• Provide recommendations on import operations and regulations.

Experience and Knowledge

• Deep expertise in ocean freight operations.
• Solid understanding of customs clearance processes, Incoterms, and government agencies.
• Familiarity with international shipping lanes, preferably in a perishable environment.
• Proven experience leading an operational team.
• Knowledge of 3PL contract management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and SAP experience.
• Experience working within an FMCG or 3PL environment.
• Project management experience is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• The employer offers career growth, learning and development programs, employee discounts, and wellbeing support.
• The source describes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Company Context

Employment and Location Notes