Shipping Coordinator Assistant

Strandbags; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off STRAND products

Job summary

STRAND is seeking a Shipping Coordinator Assistant for a 3-month part-time contract at our Pyrmont Head Office. You will support import shipments, coordinate suppliers and freight forwarders, and help keep our global supply chain on track.

Join a fast-paced retail team and develop your experience by reviewing orders and invoices, maintaining documentation, and building strong supplier relationships. Bring 1–3 years in shipping or logistics, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, detail‑oriented

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in shipping, logistics or import operations.
• Understanding of international shipping processes, documentation and terminology.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communication and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems will be highly regarded.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track international shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Check purchase orders, supplier invoices and packing lists for accuracy.
• Maintain shipping documentation and assist with customs/compliance requirements.
• Review freight and supplier invoices and help resolve discrepancies.
• Work with Finance to reconcile supplier accounts and shipping costs.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and manage freight costs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting systems

Job description

Shipping Coordinator Assistant - 3 month contract

ASAP Start

Gain valuable experience within a fast paced retail environment

Pyrmont Head Office

Your New Journey Begins with STRAND!

Are you organised, detail-oriented and great at keeping things moving? We're looking for a proactive Shipping Coordinator Assistant to join our team and help ensure our shipments run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity to build your experience within a fast-paced retail business, working closely with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal teams to keep our global supply chain on track.

Shipping Coordinator Assistant - 3 month contract

• 3 month part time contract

• ASAP Start

• Gain valuable experience within a fast paced retail environment

• Pyrmont Head Office

Your New Journey Begins with STRAND!

Are you organised, detail-oriented and great at keeping things moving? We're looking for a proactive Shipping Coordinator Assistant to join our team and help ensure our shipments run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity to build your experience within a fast-paced retail business, working closely with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal teams to keep our global supply chain on track.

About the Role

Supporting our Shipping Coordinator, you'll play an important role in coordinating imported goods, tracking shipments, managing documentation and assisting with supplier invoices and shipping costs. You'll help ensure deliveries arrive accurately and on time while supporting efficient processes across our supply chain.

What You'll Be Doing

• Coordinating and tracking international shipments to ensure timely delivery.

• Checking purchase orders, supplier invoices and packing lists for accuracy.

• Maintaining shipping documentation and assisting with customs and compliance requirements.

• Reviewing freight and supplier invoices and helping resolve discrepancies.

• Working with Finance to reconcile supplier accounts and shipping costs.

• Building strong relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal teams.

• Helping identify opportunities to improve processes and manage freight costs.

What We're Looking For

• 1–3 years' experience in shipping, logistics or import operations.

• An understanding of international shipping processes, documentation and terminology.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident communication and relationship-building skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

• Experience with ERP or accounting systems will be highly regarded.

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and take ownership.

Who We Are

We're STRAND, Australia's go-to travel and lifestyle companion since 1927. With over 240 stores across Australia and New Zealand, we're passionate about helping people go places, whether it's their next big adventure or everyday journey.

At STRAND, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in putting our customers first, taking ownership, supporting our people and continually finding better ways to work.

Why Start Your Journey With STRAND?

Perks That Matter

Enjoy 40% off all STRAND products during your employment.

A Culture That Gets It

Join a supportive, collaborative team where people help each other and succeed together.

Take Ownership

Make a valuable contribution to our shipping operations and help keep our supply chain running smoothly.

Always Improving

Be part of a business that values fresh ideas, curiosity and finding better ways to do things.

Grow Your Career

Build your skills and experience within an established Australian retail brand with opportunities to learn and grow.

At STRAND, our people are at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that's always going places, we'd love to hear from you!