Imports and Logistics Lead (Project Hire)

• Six-month fixed-term contract opportunity
• Act as the primary liaison between Fonterra and our logistics partners
• Drive innovation and efficiency across the business

We are Fonterra, one of the world's largest dairy nutrition companies.

At Fonterra, you'll be inspired by purpose and guided by principles. Whether you're based in New Zealand or anywhere else around the world, you'll be part of a team that creates goodness for generations and delivers global impact through local action. Our brands are trusted by families and individuals alike, delivering high-quality dairy nutrition to millions of people globally.

When you join Fonterra, you'll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions.

About the role

Step into a pivotal leadership role - on a six-month fixed term contract - where you'll oversee the seamless flow of goods from international suppliers to our customers in the Philippines. Reporting to the Customer Service & Logistics Manager, you'll drive operational excellence, build strong partnerships, and ensure our supply chain delivers with precision and compliance. In addition to this you will:

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end import process, ensuring all documentation, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance are met
• Lead logistics and transportation activities, optimizing routes and schedules for cost-effective, timely delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, brokers, and warehousing partners, negotiating contracts and ensuring service quality
• Supervise warehouse operations and inventory management, aligning stock levels with demand forecasts and minimizing discrepancies
• Drive process improvement initiatives across logistics and imports, using data and KPIs to enhance efficiency and performance

About You

You're a decisive leader with a strong presence, ready to be the face of Fonterra to our partners and stakeholders. With a background in logistics operations and a knack for building relationships, you thrive in fast-paced, complex environments and are passionate about continuous improvement. In addition, you will have:

• A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, International Business, or a related field
• Significant experience in logistics, warehousing, imports, or supply chain management, ideally with customs compliance and international trade exposure
• Strong knowledge of import regulations, customs procedures, and transportation logistics; experience as a licensed broker highly desirable
• Proficiency in JDE, Excel, PowerPoint, and warehouse/logistics management systems
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills, with a continuous improvement mindset

Are you excited about this opportunity but may only meet some requirements

At Fonterra, we are committed to building a diverse workplace and, therefore, open to looking at applicants with excellent transferable skills. If that's you, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities.

The benefits of life at Fonterra

Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.

Fonterra is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best, and are empowered to create goodness for generations.

Sound good to you Come and join us, and let's solve for better, together. You, me, us together.