Contract Administrator

About us

Zarsot Pty Ltd is an Australian meat export business. We supply chilled and frozen lamb, mutton and related meat products to customers overseas. We work with Australian meat processors, cold storage facilities, freight companies, customs brokers and international buyers.

Our business is growing, and we are looking for an organised Contract Administrator to join our team at our Nunawading office.

About the role

You will look after the contracts and commercial documents used in our day to day export operations. You will work closely with the Director and our Supply and Distribution Manager to make sure agreements are clear, up to date and properly followed.

What you will be doing

• Prepare, review and maintain contracts with suppliers, customers and service providers.
• Review contract changes, renewals, prices, delivery terms and service requirements.
• Help with contract negotiations and record the terms agreed by all parties.
• Maintain the contract register and keep track of key dates, renewals and obligations.
• Respond to questions and help resolve problems relating to contracts, services and deliveries.
• Monitor freight, cold storage, customs and other service providers against their agreed terms.
• Liaise with Australian meat processors, overseas customers, freight companies and internal staff.
• Identify contract risks, missing documents and compliance issues before they affect shipments.
• Prepare simple reports for management about contract performance, changes and service levels.
• Keep accurate records of correspondence, approvals, contract changes and decisions.

About you

We are looking for someone practical, reliable and comfortable working with different people and deadlines.

• A relevant diploma or higher qualification in business, contract management, commerce, international trade, supply chain management or a related area.
• At least two years of relevant experience in contract administration or commercial administration.
• Experience preparing, reviewing and maintaining commercial contracts and documents.
• A good understanding of supplier, customer and service provider agreements.
• Good written communication, organisation and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several agreements at the same time.
• Confidence dealing with suppliers, customers, contractors and management.

Experience in meat export, food trading, freight, logistics, cold storage or international trade would be highly regarded.

If you are organised, commercially aware and enjoy working in a fast moving international business, we would be happy to hear from you.

How to apply

Please send us your resume and a short cover letter explaining your relevant experience.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person