Specialist, Logistics Inbound

Specialist – Inbound Logistics

• An opportunity to work in a world-class organization, contributing to the transformation of inbound logistics operations across land and sea modes.

• Joining a team of highly professional and skilled colleagues in the APAC Logistics team, with a focus on internalizing logistics and supporting end-to-end supply chain execution.

• Based in Perth

About the role

We are looking for a Logistics Specialist to support inbound logistics operations across land and sea transport modes. This role will focus on internalizing logistics responsibilities from suppliers, working closely with Procurement and Logistics teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of goods. While the main focus is on inbound logistics, the role may also support outbound logistics activities as needed.Reporting to the Senior Manager APAC Logistics, the individual will:

• Lead inbound logistics planning and execution, ensuring timely and compliant delivery of materials.

• Collaborate with Procurement to transition from supplier-managed to company-managed transport.

• Support project teams with end-to-end supply chain visibility and coordination.

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for land and sea logistics services.

• Participate in supplier selection, contract negotiations, and onboarding.

• Coordinate and oversee execution of transport plans, managing service provider performance.

• Ensure compliance with Incoterms, and internal standards.

• Incorporate relevant government regulations, company policies, and safety requirements into daily logistics activities.

• Track KPIs including delivery performance, cost efficiency, and service quality.

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and compliance.

About you

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.

• 5 years of experience in logistics operations, preferably in mining, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.

• Experience in logistics and supply chain management with a strong understanding of processes, practices, and systems. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to constructively influence others and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

It will be beneficial to have:

• Knowledge of Incoterms and logistics compliance standards

• Knowledge in ocean freight, trucking, warehousing, and stevedoring.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority

• Flexible working from home arrangements as per operational requirements

• 18 weeks of gender-neutral and equal paid parental leave, with continued superannuation contributions whilst employees are on unpaid or half paid parental leave

• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program

• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private 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’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more);

Application Deadline: 26th Sep 2025

(Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this 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.

About Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.