International Operations Specialist (922017)

• Support & execute operational tasks required to flow the product from Internationally based vendors to the Distribution Centres
• Work with a team that supports growth and career development
• Bella Vista based location with flexible working arrangements

About Us: Endless possibilities

Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Pet Culture, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity.

We’re delivering to more than 3,000 retail stores every day (stores like Woolworths, BIG W, Dan Murphy’s, and BWS), but at Primary Connect, we’re more than just a supply chain business. We’re a big team, but every individual plays a pivotal role and leaves a distinctive impact.

The Opportunity

To be a key player in a strong international logistic team. As our International Operations Specialist, you will execute the operational tasks required to import goods into Australia. This role will support our Big W business.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and collaborate with Freight forwarders and Third-party suppliers to utilise services offered in order to deliver sustainable and competitive solutions in terms of cost and availability for international goods movement.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Exceed service metrics related to on time arrival and on time delivery to Distribution Centre for import products
• Proactive management of third-party service providers to ensure the optimal flow of the import products
• Proactive communication to internal & external stakeholders (Replenishment, Buying and DCs /Vendors, carriers,; freight forwarder & 3PLs)
• Completion of daily queries in the International Operations Inbox
• Identification and escalation of inefficiencies in the global supply chain.
• Analysis of planned orders to ensure on time delivery and cost optimisation

About you:

You are customer-centric and will bring great energy and enthusiasm to the role. Demonstrating care and commitment to customers and team members. Building rapport with ease and strong relationships with our team members and customers. Together with demonstrated success in a similar role, we are seeking the following skills and experience:

• A strong understanding and experience of the end-to-end International Supply Chain, specially tailored to port and landside Operations.
• Conflict resolution skills - The ability to problem solve and reach agreement with stakeholders with the goal of a positive outcome.
• Ability to assess situations and advise stakeholders on opportunities, solutions and outcomes.
• Demonstrates influencing, negotiation, and decision making skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Google Suite and Excel & pivot tables, and vlookup/
• Background or working experience in 3PL’s or Landside port logistics.
• Strong understanding of retail, buying and replenishment (Desirable)

What’s in it for you?

• Team member discounts across all Woolworths Group and partner businesses, access to discounts in novated leases, share purchase plans, lifestyle and other attraction discounts
• Generous parental leave policy, with 4 weeks paid leave for all secondary carers, and all full and part-time roles can access Parental Leave from their first day
• Career development sessions, internal networking events and mentorship/leadership programs to grow your career
• Wellbeing benefits that support your mental, financial, social and physical health, with support that can be accessed on your mobile phone
• Access to a digital platform that offers personalised programs for working parents, carers and people leaders through our partner in Gender Equality and Parental Leave support
• We’re recognised as a great employer:
  • Woolworths Group 2nd in LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies Australia 2022
  • WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality
  • Work180 Endorsed Employer for all women
  • Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ workplace inclusion

Grow with the Group

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We are proud to be recognised as a Gold Tier Employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion and as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference.

We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences – for our customers and for each other.

We’d love to hear from You

If you meet a number of the requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application. You can follow us on LinkedIn or see more opportunities via www.wowcareers.com.au. #LI #Work180