The Role

We are on the lookout for an experienced Export Specialist to join us on a fixed term contract for 12 months. This is a fast-paced role where you will be responsible to plan and process the loading, booking and shipping schedule requirements for sea freight, air freight, road freight and courier transport. You will be responsible for pick release, planning and issuing the daily loading plans and shipping schedule.

As the Export Specialist you will have a strong background in export ideally across international ocean and domestic freight as well as experience in SAP. Dairy experience is preferred.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Complete booking requirements for sea freight, air freight, road freight, couriers within timeframes and in a manner to minimize cost to the customer and company.
• Provide support across the wider Supply Chain team in a variety of functions from demand planning, reporting continuous improvement and data maintenance.
• Plan and maintain the Loading Plans for all outward customer order movements within capacities.
• Process and communicate the daily shipping schedule.

Skills and Experience

• You will ideally have previous experience in an export role or similar.
• Previous experience in the dairy industry is desirable.
• Previous experience using SAP systems is preferred.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, is essential for coordinating with stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to help resolve any shipping or compliance issues that may arise.
• High attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.

About Us – The Synlait Way

Synlait is a dynamic, purpose-led milk nutrition company that is Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World! We pride our organisation as being different and allowing our spirit to drive our success, shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking and a new attitude.

You’ll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.

We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table so are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.

What we offer:

• Health insurance cover + Partnered with top brands for great benefits and discounts
• Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy + Flexible working options available
• World Class manufacturing facilities and BCorpTM certified
• Social Club membership opportunities

What's next? Apply now!

Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly andmay close the advertisement early. 

Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.