Material Expeditor

ABOUT VOLGREN:

Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states — Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales and our newly opened facility in South Australia. 

Volgren is part of the Marcopolo Group – a Brazilian Bus Manufacturer. It has a manufacturing presence in 12 countries, employing more than 14,000 people.

Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Queensland’s first ‘E’ bus on a BYD chassis.

Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product.

Our focus is to provide great working and learning opportunities to passionate people who are ready to walk with us towards growth, progress and transformation. We are a bunch of people who really love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, get around each other and strive for quality.

Our focus is to provide a safe working environment with multiple opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic people who want to improve and hone their skills whilst learning about the manufacture of the transport of future - Electric Vehicles.

Our values include:

• Respect and Appreciation of People
• Commitment to Excellence
• Customer Satisfaction
• Ethics and Integrity
• Sustainability
• Teamwork

BENEFITS:

• The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry.
• Continue to be a part of a growth orientated global organisation.
• Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo.
• Ability to work within a close team environment.
• Opportunity to travel interstate.
• Be part of the National Incentive Program.
• 24/7 Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free onsite parking available.

ABOUT THE ROLE: 

The Material Expeditor will provide operational support to Victoria and Queensland facilities to the Production, Purchasing and Logistics teams through expediting purchased parts to prevent delays and keep operations running smoothly.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expedite purchased parts and materials to meet production schedules and lead‑time requirements.
• Track open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Identify and escalate material shortages and delays.
• Prioritise materials based on production demand and operational urgency.
• Communicate status updates.
• Work closely with Planning, Engineering and Sales to understand material requirements.
• Assist in resolving material-related issues impacting manufacturing output.
• Oversee incoming deliveries and coordinate their movement around the factory.
• Maintain accurate material status updates in our ERP system.
• Ensure material handing aligns with safety and quality standards.
• Support process improvements in expediting.
• Embed and model company values across the team, promoting respect, collaboration, and integrity. With values demonstrated in day-to-day operations. Creating a positive workplace culture and teamwork.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong organisational and follow-up skill.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Resilience – ability to cope with pressure, respond positively to change and persist in resolving issues.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in materials expediting, supply chain or manufacturing operations (preferred).
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and production requirements.
• Experience working with suppliers.
• Experience in Epicor (desirable).
• Forklift licence (desirable).

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. 

As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.

**PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short listed candidates will be contacted.*