APAC Solar Logistics Lead — Multimodal Shipping

Nextracker Inc.

Manly

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Nextpower is seeking a logistics lead to manage day-to-day execution of multimodal shipments across Australia for utility-scale solar projects. You will plan, coordinate, and control door-to-door movements, liaising with 3PLs and customs brokers to keep projects on schedule and budget.

You will monitor KPI performance, ensure compliance with Incoterms 2020 and Australian regulations, and drive process improvements using TMS and Anaplan, while travelling occasionally to sites, ports, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, International Trade, or a related discipline.
6–8+ years of experience in logistics coordination/operations within industrial, EPC, or energy sectors, ideally involving solar PV projects.
Strong knowledge of Australia transportation modes, regulations, and shipping processes (Incoterms 2020, customs, packaging, etc.).
Proven track record managing end-to-end multimodal transportation (road, ocean, air) across Australia.
Experience coordinating 3PLs, customs brokers, suppliers, and last-mile deliveries to project sites.
Demonstrated ability to manage SLAs, monitor KPIs, and drive vendor performance.
Proficient in TMS, ERP systems, Anaplan, and advanced Microsoft Excel; experience with OTM will be considered an advantage.
Willingness to travel occasionally to sites, ports, warehouses, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Supply chain coordination Plan, execute, and oversee all logistics activities from suppliers to project sites, ensuring materials align with project schedules and priorities.
Control door-to-door flows with a focus on last-mile, including transloading at 3PLs warehouses, tautliner road transport, container drayage, and slot arrangements at project sites.
Transportation management Arrange and optimize road/ocean/air shipments to meet delivery deadlines.
Coordinate last-mile deliveries to project sites ensuring compliance among all stakeholders involved.
Track deliveries end-to-end and take timely corrective actions on any deviations.
Vendor management Lead day-to-day performance of freight forwarders and customs brokers; ensuring the compliance of SLAs and drive corrective actions.
Compliance & safety Ensure adherence to Incoterms 2020, Australia transport regulations and procedures, and site HSE requirements.
Be well-versed in shipping documents; validate B/L, invoices, packing lists, FTA, certificates, and coordinate customs clearances.
Communication & reporting Maintain clear, timely updates with internal stakeholders (Project Managers, Delivery Managers, etc) and external stakeholders (3PLs, brokers, customers).
Maintain daily/weekly reports with current project status and escalations.
Business Systems Keep TMS fully up to date; maintain data accuracy across project execution and history.
Use TMS/Anaplan and other visibility tools and advanced Excel.
Problem-solving & continuous improvement Proactively identify and resolve logistical challenges.
Drive improvement opportunities across the supply chain; comply with and improve SOPs/Work Instructions.
Produce project close-outs and lessons-learned reports and others related.
Cost & management Monitor budget vs. actuals and highlight deviations.
Own vendor and lane KPIs; implement corrective actions and share learnings across teams.