Job Description

Oriental Merchant

The company:

Oriental Merchant is a leading wholesaler and distributor of authentic Asian Groceries globally. We have strong presence in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United Kingdom and Holland, and our footprints continue to grow. Together with our strategic partners and suppliers, we aim to putting our brands in every consumer’s hand as well as in their hearts and minds, and our products always reach them at the right place and at a right time.

We are looking for our next Logistics Assistant team member to join our team at the Carole Park warehouse!

This is a Full time, permanent position.

This is an entry level position.

Shift times: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Job tasks and responsibilities:

Do you love being organised, solving puzzles, and keeping things moving? We're looking for a Logistics Assistant who can help keep our operations running smoothly while bringing energy, initiative, and a great attitude to the team.

Processing, allocating, and invoicing customer orders

• Eager to learning SAP & WMS and support the daily logistics/operations and to work together as a team to assist the line Manager to achieve optimum efficiencies and productivities in running the logistics/operations.
• Coordinating deliveries and working with transport providers to get products where they need to go
• Liaising with our sales team on special deals, offers, and customer requirements
• Running and analysing supply chain reports to help keep everything on track
• Coordinating local deliveries and ensuring smooth day-to-day logistics
• Managing emails and answering phone enquiries with professionalism and a smile
• Communicating confidently with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Maintaining filing systems and supporting general office administration
• Assisting the Manager with various tasks and projects as needed

To be successful you will need:

• Full Australian working rights and MUST live in Australia
• Microsoft Office experience (high level of exposure to and competency with Excel is a must)
• A current driver’s license
• Strong communication skills
• A great eye for detail and customer service skills
• Proven experience working in an Administrative Assistant role or supply chain management industry is ideal, but not essential
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
• Confidence working with a variety of people and departments

Why You'll Love This Role:

Every day is different! You'll be at the heart of our operations, helping products move from order to delivery while working with a supportive team. If you enjoy variety, love staying organised, and take pride in getting things done, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits of working for Oriental Merchant:

• Join an expanding global company and gain extensive exposure to the FMCG industry
• Opportunities for growth and progression
• Supportive work environment
• Generous company discounts
• An honest and reliable warehouse worker who has the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. You will have demonstrated punctuality and commitment to your work from your previous work history and be comfortable working independently as well as in a team.

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*At Oriental Merchant, the security of our employees and candidates is a priority. Recently, we have been made aware of certain unauthorized individuals falsely presenting themselves as recruiters as part of online scams or phishing attempts. We will never request sensitive information such as your bank account information, money or any personal information for visa sponsorships during the application and interview process.

If someone asks you for sensitive information, we strongly advise that you assume that individual is not affiliated with Oriental Merchant. Some things to watch out for:

We will never request payment from you to process employer sponsored visas of any kind. Employer sponsored visas is something Oriental Merchant unfortunately do not currently facilitate for candidates.

Slightly altered or unprofessional email addresses. Oriental Merchant’s Australian based HR team/management only corresponds from email addresses with the domain ‘@oriental.com.au’.

Vague job requirements or job descriptions. Most of our open job opportunities and descriptions can be found on:

• Employment Hero https://employmenthero.com/
• Seek https://www.seek.com.au/

If you would like to verify who you are speaking to please reach out to <hr@oriental.com.au> before providing any information.

Please note that we do not accept applications via email, all applications must be processed via the links above.