Description:
About the Company
Australian Procurement Group (APG) is a procurement and trade advisory firm based in Adelaide and Melbourne. APG is facilitating commercial transactions between Australia and Vietnam. We provide sourcing, logistics, market entry support, and container/modular solutions for clients across agri-food, minerals, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
As we expand our cross-border operations, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead our service delivery and operational functions across both countries.
Website: https://australianpg.com/
About the Role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the COO will oversee day-to-day operations, manage delivery teams, and ensure service excellence across procurement, logistics, container solutions, and trade compliance. You’ll play a key role in scaling APG’s capabilities and aligning systems, people, and processes to support cross-border growth.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the operational backbone of a growing, high-impact business working across two of Asia-Pacific’s most dynamic markets.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead APG’s sourcing, logistics, project execution, and container operations across Australia and Vietnam.
- Oversee procurement delivery, supplier management, and client fulfilment.
- Drive operational performance, process improvement, and KPI management.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards in both countries.
- Collaborate with executive and client advisory teams to support market entry strategies.
- Implement scalable systems, workflow automation, and risk controls.
- Build and lead high-performing cross-border teams and delivery functions
What We’re Looking for
- 5+ years in senior operational or supply chain leadership.
- Experience in international procurement, logistics, or trade operations.
- Strong understanding of import/export processes and compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to manage service delivery across countries or remote teams.
- Familiarity with ERP, supply chain, or logistics systems.
- Track record in driving efficiency, scalability, and client satisfaction.
- Fluent in English; Vietnamese language is an advantage.
What’s on Offer
- Executive leadership role in a growing cross-border business.
- High-impact operational responsibility across APG’s core services.
- Competitive salary + performance incentives.
- Visa sponsorship available (ENS/TSS) for international candidates.
- Work between Adelaide and Melbourne, with occasional travel to Vietnam
To Apply
If you’re a commercially minded, strategic, and hands-on leader with proven expertise in cross-border operations, sourcing, and client delivery—we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your application via https://www.seek.com.au/job/90145754?ref=hirer-success-posting&_gl=1*yivuf*_gcl_au*NDk4MDE2NDcyLjE3NjM0MTk4MzYuNTA1NjYyNjExLjE3NzAyNTUxMDIuMTc3MDI1NTEwMQ..*_ga*MTA2MTI5NTY4OC4xNzYzNDE5ODM2*_ga_JYC9JXRYWC*czE3NzAyNTUwMjEkbzE3JGcxJHQxNzcwMjU1MTgzJGo0OCRsMCRoMA..
Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years' experience do you have in supply chain management (SCM)?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have freight import experience?
- How many years' experience do you have as a chief operation officer?
- Do you have experience working with logistics, freight and delivery services?
- How many years of people management experience do you have?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?