Lead - Global Logistics

About the role

Orica's Lead - Global Logistics role sits within the Global Supply Chain team and is open in Melbourne, Australia and Dubai, UAE. It leads chartering and post-fixture activities across bulk, breakbulk and containerised cargo, supports liner freight sourcing and supplier management, and acts as a key interface between commercial, operations and external shipping partners. Solutions must align with S&OP plans, financial targets, service expectations and regulatory and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end chartering (voyage, COA, time charter) and develop commercially optimised freight solutions balancing cost, service and risk
• Advise on freight market dynamics and support the development of global freight strategy
• Align logistics solutions with customer delivery requirements (DIFOT) with Sales, Supply Chain and Operations
• Deliver timely, commercially sound freight quotations and drive customer satisfaction
• Plan and schedule vessels to meet demand and compliance, resolving operational issues proactively with Distribution Teams
• Oversee post-fixture activities, including charter party performance monitoring, claims management and adherence to governance and delegation of authority
• Build relationships with shipowners, brokers and freight forwarders and manage supplier performance through KPIs
• Support liner freight sourcing and management, and provide freight market intelligence and benchmarking
• Ensure compliance with global shipping guidelines and regulatory requirements

Required profile

• Proven chartering experience of 8+ years, with strong expertise in bulk and breakbulk shipping
• Deep knowledge of charter party negotiation, freight markets, vessel operations and post-fixture processes
• Strong commercial and analytical capability, able to work in fast-paced, commercially driven environments
• Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Maritime, Business or a related field

Required skills

• Working knowledge of SAP systems and Australian coastal trading requirements are highly advantageous
• Exposure to Class 1 and Class 5 cargo, liner shipping and global logistics environments is advantageous