Logistics Analyst

Sharp & Carter; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp & Carter, a global leader in specialty chemicals and ingredients distribution with a Melbourne operation, is seeking a Logistics Analyst to join the supply chain team. You will analyse import and domestic logistics, develop KPI reporting and dashboards, and drive continuous improvement across 3PL and carrier partners.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in logistics, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP/WMS systems.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in logistics or supply chain.
• Exposure to import, domestic or transport logistics.
• Background in FMCG, 3PL, freight forwarding or distribution.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel.
• Experience with ERP or WMS systems.
• Track record of contributing to improvement projects.
• Tertiary qualification in supply chain, engineering or a related field well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Analysing logistics performance across import and domestic freight.
• Developing and maintaining KPI reporting and dashboards.
• Identifying cost and service improvement opportunities.
• Leading and supporting continuous improvement projects.
• Working with 3PL, carrier and freight forwarding partners.
• Reviewing freight costs, lead times and service levels.
• Supporting process, system and provider changes.
• Partnering with customer service, procurement and sales teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Analytical skills

ERP systems

WMS systems

Logistics analysis

3PL systems

Education

Supply chain degree

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

The Opportunity

Our client is a global leader in specialty chemicals and ingredients distribution with a well-established Melbourne operation. An opportunity has arisen for a Logistics Analyst to join the supply chain team, supporting the performance of import and domestic logistics through data analysis, reporting and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing

• Analysing logistics performance across import and domestic freight
• Developing and maintaining KPI reporting and dashboards
• Identifying cost and service improvement opportunities
• Leading and supporting continuous improvement projects
• Working with 3PL, carrier and freight forwarding partners
• Reviewing freight costs, lead times and service levels
• Supporting process, system and provider changes
• Partnering with customer service, procurement and sales teams

What you will bring

• 3 to 5 years' experience in logistics or supply chain
• Exposure to import, domestic or transport logistics
• Background in FMCG, 3PL, freight forwarding or distribution
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel
• Experience with ERP or WMS systems
• Track record of contributing to improvement projects
• Tertiary qualification in supply chain, engineering or a related field well regarded

Why this role

• Broad end-to-end logistics exposure
• Genuine focus on analysis and improvement
• Collaborative team environment
• Global business with long-term career pathways