Logistics Manager — A.J. Bush & Sons

Please note: this role is based in Bromelton, QLD, and no relocation assistance is provided. If you're already planning to relocate and looking for a great opportunity, we'd still love to hear from you.

An outstanding opportunity exists for an experienced Logistics Manager to join A.J. Bush & Sons, a well-established Australian manufacturing business operating within the food and agribusiness sector.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, production scheduling, fleet operations, export coordination and continuous improvement across a high-volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment. It's ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of logistics, operations and manufacturing - driving efficiencies, leading teams and influencing business performance.

About the role Reporting to the COO, you'll take ownership of the site's end-to-end logistics function, ensuring the seamless movement of raw materials and finished products while supporting production planning and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading all inbound and outbound logistics activities across multiple regions

Managing transport operations, fleet scheduling and third-party logistics providers

Coordinating production scheduling to align with manufacturing capacity

Overseeing export logistics, shipping documentation and regulatory compliance

Managing site logistics including weighbridge operations, traffic flow and storage capacity

Working closely with Engineering to coordinate preventative maintenance schedules

Developing KPIs and dashboards to monitor freight costs, DIFOT and operational performance

Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives

Leading and developing a high-performing logistics team within a safety-first culture

About you

Senior Logistics, Supply Chain or Operations leadership experience within food manufacturing, meat processing, agribusiness or heavy industrial manufacturing

Strong knowledge of transport operations, production planning and inventory management

Sound understanding of Australian transport legislation, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR requirements and workplace safety

Exposure to export logistics and compliance (highly regarded)

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and drive improvements

Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience with ERP, Transport Management Systems (TMS) and reporting tools such as Power BI

What's on offer

Senior leadership role with significant operational responsibility

Join a successful, financially stable Australian manufacturing business

Genuine impact through process improvement and operational excellence

Competitive salary package and long-term career opportunity with a growing organisation

If you're an experienced logistics leader looking for your next challenge, apply now or email your resume to Natasha Donaghy: ••••@osbornerichardson.com.au