Import Export Coordinator – FT or PT

Kinder Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Stable Australian business

Supportive team culture

Ongoing training and development

Exposure to international supply chain

Job summary

Kinder Australia, a leading conveyor and bulk materials handling equipment provider, is seeking an experienced Import Export Coordinator to join our Braeside team. The role supports international and domestic freight movements, supplier relations and inventory planning, collaborating across procurement, warehouse, finance and customer service to sustain supply chain performance.

The position can be full-time or part-time, offering training and growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in import/export coordination and freight handling.
• Strong understanding of international shipping and customs documentation.
• Proficient with ERP systems and stock/inventory processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all import and export shipments with international suppliers and local partners.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers and shipping lines to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare shipping docs including invoices, packing lists and certificates of origin.
• Monitor schedules, manage delays and solve supply chain issues.
• Maintain accurate shipment and inventory records in ERP/SAP; provide status updates.
• Support supplier communications on orders, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Australian import/export regulations and company procedures.
• Coordinate inventory replenishment and assist with stock forecasting.
• Assist with freight quotations and local/international bookings.
• Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, finance and customer service teams.

Skills

Import/Export

Logistics

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Excel

Incoterms

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Kinder Australia

Kinder Australia is a leading supplier of innovative and reliable conveyor and bulk materials handling equipment. With a strong national presence and a highly valued customer base, we pride ourselves on delivering expert technical support and tailored solutions to major industry operations.

Our head office is based in Braeside, VIC, with this position receiving full support, training, and regular collaboration with our teams.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Import Export Coordinator to join our team at the Kinder Australia office in Braeside. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, this role is available on either a full-time or part-time basis and offers the opportunity to play a key role in supporting our import and export operations.

This is a dynamic role that will see you coordinating international and domestic freight movements, managing supplier and logistics relationships, supporting inventory planning, and ensuring the efficient movement of goods into and out of Australia. Working closely with our procurement, warehouse, finance, and customer service teams, you will play an important role in maintaining supply chain performance and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all import and export shipments from international suppliers and local distribution partners.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, shipping lines and transport providers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Prepare and review shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin and customs documentation.
• Monitor shipment schedules and proactively manage delays, exceptions and supply chain issues.
• Track incoming shipments and provide regular status updates to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate shipment, supplier and inventory records within ERP/SAP systems, ensuring timely updates and data integrity.
• Support supplier communications regarding order status, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Australian import/export regulations and company procedures.
• Coordinate inventory replenishment and support inventory planning and stock forecasting activities.
• Prepare freight quotations and coordinate local and international freight bookings.
• Coordinate with warehouse operations to ensure timely order fulfilment and customer satisfaction.
• Manage backorders and communicate revised delivery dates where required.
• Assist with freight cost analysis, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain function.
• Work closely with procurement, finance and customer service teams to support overall supply chain performance.

Your Background

• Previous experience in import/export, logistics, supply chain, freight forwarding, or international trade coordination
• Sound understanding of international shipping, customs procedures, and freight documentation
• Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management processes
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Effective communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships internally and externally
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial products, or technical environments
• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs requirements, and international trade compliance

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary package based on experience
• Stable position with an established Australian business
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Ongoing learning, development and training opportunities
• Exposure to international supply chain operations and global supplier networks
• Modern Braeside office location with onsite parking

The opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation with a strong reputation in the industrial sector

This is more than just a logistics role – it’s an opportunity to become a key contributor to Kinder Australia's supply chain success and help ensure the seamless delivery of innovative solutions to customers across Australia.