Group Operations & Supply Chain Coordinator

Opus Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus Group in Melbourne’s Heidelberg West is seeking a dedicated Group Operations & Supply Chain Coordinator on a full-time basis. You will support planning, scheduling and execution across Australian operations and liaise with Head Office teams in Hong Kong and China.

Open to various experience levels, the final role, responsibilities and salary will reflect your background. The position emphasises improvement, ERP usage and cross-site coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain.
• Qualifications in supply chain, logistics, operations, business or related area.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP, inventory or warehouse management systems.
• Excellent Excel skills and ability to work with operational data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operational and supply chain priorities across the group.
• Collect and analyse production, inventory and supply chain information.
• Monitor stock levels, suppliers, freight, lead times and material availability.
• Assist in resolving shortages, late deliveries, operational delays and recurring issues.
• Review existing processes and identify practical improvements.
• Support purchasing, sourcing and cost-reduction activities.
• Prepare operational reports and track agreed actions.
• Document procedures and standard work practices.
• Work with site teams to implement and follow up agreed improvements.
• Coordinate operational and supply chain activities across the five Australian sites.
• Work closely with Head Office operations and supply chain teams in Hong Kong and China.
• Support communication and coordination between the Australian sites, Head Office and overseas suppliers.
• Travel: Monthly travel required for approximately one week to group businesses
• Opportunities to independently manage select projects

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Report writing

Education

Supply chain / logistics / operations / business qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Group Operations & Supply Chain Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking a Group Operations & Supply Chain Coordinator on a full-time basis at our Heidelberg West location in Melbourne. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of our supply chain and production processes across all our Australian operations as well as coordinating with Head Office operations and supply chain in both Hong Kong and China. In this role, you will be working closely with the Group Operations Director and provide support in the planning, scheduling, and execution of our operational activities with both site teams and head office teams, and contributing directly to the efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing operations.

This role is open to candidates at various experience levels and the final position title, responsibilities and salary will depend on the successful candidate's experience.

Key responsibilities

1) Operations and Supply Chain

Assist with operational and supply chain priorities across the group.

Collect and analyse production, inventory and supply chain information.

Monitor stock levels, suppliers, freight, lead times and material availability.

Assist in resolving shortages, late deliveries, operational delays and recurring issues.

Review existing processes and identify practical improvements.

Support purchasing, sourcing and cost-reduction activities.

Prepare operational reports and track agreed actions.

Document procedures and standard work practices.

Work with site teams to implement and follow up agreed improvements.

Coordinate operational and supply chain activities across the five Australian sites.

Work closely with the Head Office operations and supply chain teams in Hong Kong and China.

Support communication and coordination between the Australian sites, Head Office and overseas suppliers.

2) Projects

Assist with equipment, systems, capacity and operational projects.

Maintain action lists, timelines and progress reports.

Coordinate information between sites, Head Office, suppliers and contractors.

Opportunities to independently manage select projects

3) Travel

Monthly travel required for approximately one week to group businesses

Work directly with production, warehouse and site management teams.

Review site operations and follow up agreed actions after each visit.

What we're looking for

Experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain in production, warehousing, logistics or procurement

Qualifications in Supply Chain, logistics, operations, business or related area

Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience with ERP, inventory or warehouse management systems

Good Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with operational data.

Ability to prepare clear reports and maintain action lists.

Good written and verbal communication skills

Practical and hands-on approach.

Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees both locally in Australia and overseas in Hong Kong and China

Ability to communicate and work effectively with international teams, suppliers and contractors

Ability to follow tasks through to completion.

Unrestricted working rights in Australia

What we offer

As an employer, we offer a supportive and close-knit team environment where individuals are encouraged to contribute. Our flat management structure offers easy access to leaders and build opportunities for collaboration, trust and shared accountability. Working in diverse and dynamic operating environments, the suitable candidate will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skillset, take on new challenges and work with different areas of the group. We value teamwork, initiative, practical problem-solving and continuous improvement, while maintaining a friendly and welcoming workplace where people can feel connected and supported.

About us

We are an Australia- based specialist printing group with businesses operating in book manufacturing, commercial printing, binding and finishing . Our businesses, located in NSW, ACT, VIC and SA serve customers across the publishing, education, professional and government sectors. We combine decades of manufacturing experience with specialist technology and skills and a strong focus on quality, customer service and operational excellence.