Allyn International is currently looking for a Logistics Account Lead to join our organization! Allyn is a privately-held professional services firm established in 1992. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, customer-centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Our core products include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management, and customs compliance.

What does a Logistics Account Lead do?

The Logistics Account Lead role is responsible for seeing that the overall contracted scope of work and deliverables are fulfilled for the customer. The focus is on business fulfillment, client relations, and the achievement of long-term account goals and objectives. This position works closely with the customer. The Account Leader works with the Allyn logistics team management in the United States and local team leaders to ensure that standard processes and relevant metrics are in place and are used to improve customer service, reduce or contain transport costs, and increase the productivity of the department. The Logistics Account Leader has primary responsibility for prompt issue resolution while working face to face with the customer. They will also manage improvement projects and other initiatives on behalf of the account.

Position Details:

Location: Adelaide, AUS

Work Schedule: 38 hours, 8 AM-4 PM, Monday-Friday (some weekend / after-hours support may be required)

Position Classification: Full-Time; Salaried Exempt

Compensation: Measured based on Experience

Physical Demands: Sitting, typing, standing, walking

Work Environment: Office Cubicle

Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Australia and furnish a Valid National Police Check upon hire.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in business, supply chain, economics, management information systems, computer information systems, or similar discipline

2+ years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or transportation

International logistics experience +5 years is a must; transportation, customs, warehousing, supply chain principles, geographical concerns, political nuances of economic zones

Excellent customer service

Issue resolution experience

Ideal candidates will have the following:

Leadership and coaching

Planning and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Issue resolution experience

Project management

Data analysis skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio)

TMS / ERP / WMS system familiarity

Independent initiative and accountability

Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Creativity and innovation

Willingness to learn and self-develop

Responsibilities:

Work with local team leaders to coordinate, and oversee, and participate in day-to-day logistics operations and service:

Route cargo in compliance with legal, regulatory, and customer requirements

Coordinate shipment routing, carrier selection, and documentation

Use and maintain Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other client systems

Track and trace shipments, update records, and proactively manage delays

Ensure compliance with DOT, Hazmat, over-dimensional permitting, and international shipping regulations

Issue accurate shipping documents (e.g., invoices, packing lists, certificates)

Monitor and ensure data integrity and quality in logistics systems

Capture and document all costs, including freight, detention, demurrage, and accessorials

Serve as primary point of contact for clients regarding account level items, ensuring satisfaction and long-term relationship building

Manage client escalations and provide prompt issue resolution

Travel to client sites for reviews, meetings, and support

Lead account management level client presentations and regular meetings

Train and support internal team members and external users (clients, suppliers)

Run, analyze, and present standard and ad hoc reports

Monitor team tracking performance and operational KPIs

Analyze findings to identify efficiency opportunities or cost savings

Support proposal generation and contract renewals

Identify and implement new service offerings or technology enhancements

Support marketing campaigns and contribute to articles and publications

Lead client value add engagements from scope definition to close-out

Analyze supply chain and logistics operations for optimization or cost-takeout

Provide recommendations based on qualitative and quantitative analysis

Develop tools, methods, and solutions tailored to client goals

Suggest and manage technical/process enhancements

Lead special projects and IT-related initiatives

Supervise employee timesheets, time off, and performance reviews

Coach team managers and ensure employee growth and engagement

Manage staffing levels and organizational structure

Enforce policy compliance and handle disciplinary actions

Distribute workload effectively across teams

Our clients range from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms in industry sectors such as power generation and renewable energy, road construction equipment, electronics, industrial materials, heavy-duty trucks, mining and drilling equipment, oil and gas, modular building, medical equipment, not for profit, and US government. Allyn conducts business in over twenty different languages and has extensive experience in both developed and emerging markets. Our highly trained experts are located throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Allyn has regional headquarters in Fort Myers, FL USA, Shanghai P.R. China, and Prague, Czech Republic.

Allyn offers a team environment, competitive benefits and ongoing training, and support for our team members. If you are in alignment with our corporate values of focused growth, well-being, enjoyment, contribution, excellence, creativity, prosperity, and integrity, and while valuing professionalism and teamwork - now is the time for you to accelerate your career and join the Allyn team. Apply today or refer a qualified friend!

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