Logistics Operations Officer (Contract)

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About The Role

We are looking for a Logistics Operations Officer to be part of our Asia Pacific Logistics Execution team to perform safe and timely shipments of >$2B worth of products to and from international origins and destinations.

Based in our Singapore Commercial hub, the primary responsibility is to manage the day-to-day operational activities, working in close collaboration with a complex stakeholder group from across the business to deliver optimal value for the various business units.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Logistics Operations, you will:

• Plan and execute shipments from the company smelters to customers in diverse locations, including placing bookings, coordination, and monitoring while minimizing freight cost, optimizing working capital, and meeting commercial requirements.
• Provide timely notification to all relevant parties on bookings and coordinate with stakeholders on subsequent changes.
• Track shipping schedules, perform all required system-related updates, and resolve issues that may affect shipping, vessel slippage risk, and customer deliveries.
• Act as the primary escalation point of contact for all operational issues raised by both internal and external stakeholders.
• Process freight payments and resolve any payment disputes with vendors timely.
• Ensure completeness of accrual of freight cost at the end month.
• Develop and manage relationships with vendors such as shipping lines, 3PLs, and internal stakeholders.
• Investigate and handle claims relating to transportation and shipping.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects, identify any process gaps, and propose improvement initiatives to reduce costs and/or improve service levels.
• Participate in performance-related meetings and provide constructive feedback where relevant.
• Adhere to Rio Tinto logistics' existing policies and system requirements at all times.
• Create a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) culture within Rio Tinto logistics ensuring all activities comply with Rio Tinto standards.

About You

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, or related field.
• At least 5 years of related experience in supply chain/logistics.
• A team player, autonomous and self-driven.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Determined problem solver with a high level of attention to details, strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Solid time management skill and ability to prioritize workload in a changing environment and within tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Exposure to SAP systems will also be beneficial.
• Experience with project cargo will be an added advantage.

What We Offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment.
• Career development to further your ambitions.
• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing individual well-being support.
• Exciting multicultural working environment.

Application Deadline

3 December 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date).

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies.

Every Voice Matters: At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.