The Company

We're currently partnering with a global leader in specialty ingredients and chemical distribution, to recruit a Purchasing & Inbound Shipping Representative for a 4-6 month full-time contract based in Cheltenham.

The Role

Reporting to the Purchasing & Shipping Manager ANZ, this role is key to ensuring that inbound shipments are processed efficiently and reach customers or the 4PL network on time. You'll play a vital role in supporting growth across the ANZ region by managing purchasing activities, optimising freight costs, and ensuring data accuracy across systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative global business, offering exposure to complex international shipping and purchasing processes within a high-performing supply chain environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end process of inbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery and efficient integration into the company's 4PL network or direct customer shipments.
• Maintain clear communication with Suppliers/Principals, Shipping partners, Logistics providers, and internal teams across Customer Service and Commercial functions.
• Accurately track, monitor, and report on freight movements, ensuring all data is up to date and compliant within the Freight & Logistics (FNL) system.
• Support purchasing processes - from placing purchase orders and tracking deliveries to allocating costs and maintaining compliance with company policies.
• Contribute to cost optimisation across the supply chain by identifying efficiencies and supporting best practices.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing & Shipping Manager to resolve shipping issues, maintain stakeholder satisfaction, and keep goods flowing smoothly through the network.

Your Profile

• Minimum 3 years' experience in managing the shipment and importation of goods, ideally within a manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Sound knowledge of international import procedures, INCOTERMS, and customs regulations.
• Proven experience working with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and 3PL/4PL partners.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills - able to liaise confidently across all levels.
• High attention to detail with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable working with ERP or accounting systems; experience with JDE is an advantage.
• A proactive, adaptable team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Apply Today

Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. For further information contact Hollie on (03) 9239 8116.

Job reference: 06830-0013324793

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