Export Administrator

Join a Global Supply Chain Business Supporting International Trade

Are you an experienced Export Administrator or Freight Forwarding professional who enjoys coordinating complex international shipments from start to finish?

Tayper are looking for a highly organised and proactive

Export Administrator to join our growing team in Port Adelaide. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a professional logistics business where accuracy, customer service and teamwork are highly valued.

What's On Offer

• Stable, full-time permanent opportunity
• Join an established and growing international logistics business
• Varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to further develop your export and logistics expertise
• Convenient Port Adelaide location

About the Role

As the Export Administrator, you'll coordinate the end-to-end administration of export sea freight shipments, ensuring documentation, bookings and customer requirements are completed accurately and on time.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing and processing export documentation including Bills of Lading, Export Declarations (EDNs), Certificates of Origin and other export documentation
• Coordinating export bookings with shipping lines, transport providers and freight partners
• Managing shipment schedules, cut-off times and cargo movements
• Liaising with customers, overseas agents, customs brokers, and regulatory authorities
• Monitoring shipment progress and resolving operational issues
• Preparing freight quotations and assisting with invoicing and supplier payments
• Maintaining accurate shipment records and system updates
• Ensuring compliance with Australian Border Force (ABF), DAFF Biosecurity and international shipping requirements
• Contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency

About You

To Be Successful, You'll Ideally Bring

• Minimum 3 years' experience in export administration, freight forwarding or international logistics
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Experience coordinating international sea freight shipments
• Strong knowledge of export documentation and freight processes
• Understanding of Incoterms and Australian export requirements
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with freight systems such as Expedient, ImpexDocs or ICS will be highly regarded
• Experience within agricultural exports will be advantageous, but not essential

We're Looking for Someone Who Is

• Highly organised and reliable
• Proactive and solutions focused
• Customer focused with excellent communication skills
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to the team
• Adaptable, accountable, and committed to continuous improvement

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where you can build on your export logistics experience and play an important role in a professional, customer-focused business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your experience in export administration or international freight forwarding.

For further information and a confidential discussion contact our Recruitment Partner Michaella on 0434 983 743 / Sign in to view email

Note that this is an onsite role and so applicants must be currently located in Adelaide with full working rights to be considered.