Logistics Operations Officer (Commercial Logistics)

• Key role in a diverse and global organisation
• Opportunity to work alongside and network with a global team of Rio Tinto professionals
• Based in Singapore Commercial Hub, with visibility and accessibility to senior commercial stakeholders

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 groups from across the business to deliver optimal value for the various business units. Reporting to the Supervisor, Logistics Operations, this role is a great opportunity to:

• Plan and execute shipments from the company smelters to customers in diverse locations, including placing bookings, coordination and monitoring whilst minimising freight cost, optimising 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 deliveries to the customers
• 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 dispute with vendors timely
• Ensure completeness of accrual of freight cost at end month
• Develop and manage relationship 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 feedbacks 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:
• At least 5 years of related experience in supply chain/logistics
• Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or related field.
• A team player, autonomous and self driven
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• Determined problem solver with high level attention to details, strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Solid time management skill and ability to prioritise 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.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life\xe2\x80\x99s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

Where you will be working Rio Tinto Commercial puts the company\xe2\x80\x99s value over volume approach into practice, with the goal of maximizing the value of our physical flows to improve both our business and that of our customers. Headquartered in Singapore, and integrated with Rio Tinto\xe2\x80\x99s assets, hubs, and offices globally, our Commercial group works hand-in-hand with our product groups to ensure both the amount and types of products we produce meet our customer\xe2\x80\x99s needs, and manage the trade-off between volumes, quality, cost and capital expenditure.

About us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.
Aluminium for cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars and the pipes that bring water to our home. Iron ore to shape our city skylines. Borates that help crops grow, titanium for paint \xe2\x80\x93 and diamonds that celebrate the best things in life.
Our long history is filled with firsts. We\xe2\x80\x99ve developed some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents.


Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It\xe2\x80\x99s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it\xe2\x80\x99s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.


Application Deadline: 04th April 2023 (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. Rio Tinto will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Rio Tinto reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Rio Tinto.