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Supply Chain & Logistics
Brisbane
Hire Distribution Coordinators in Brisbane
Whether you're a distribution coordinator looking for your next role or a business that needs one, this page covers the skills employers value, what the position pays across Brisbane and how Youngbrook sources the right people.
Brisbane & Surrounds
Contract & Permanent
Coordination & Planning Experience
Steady Demand
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Distribution coordinators keep supply chains moving by managing the flow of goods between warehouses, transport providers and end customers. They sit between operations and logistics, making sure orders leave on time, documentation is accurate and any disruptions are resolved without impacting delivery performance. Brisbane businesses across wholesale, healthcare, manufacturing and retail distribution rely on capable coordinators to maintain service levels as volumes and customer expectations increase.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinating outbound freight and delivery scheduling
- Liaising with transport providers, warehouse teams and customers
- Managing dispatch documentation and proof of delivery
- Monitoring stock movements and flagging discrepancies
- Resolving distribution delays and service issues promptly
- Reporting on delivery performance and operational KPIs
What we screen for
- Demonstrated experience in a distribution, logistics or warehouse coordination role
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Accuracy in documentation and order management
- Familiarity with transport management systems or WMS platforms
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with third-party logistics providers (advantageous)
Licenses and Tickets
- No licence required for most roles
- Forklift licence (advantageous in combined warehouse/coordination roles)
- Dangerous goods certification (some clients require it)
Pay rates for distribution coordinators in Brisbane
Distribution coordinator salaries in Brisbane vary based on the size and complexity of the operation, industry sector and level of experience managing third-party logistics relationships.
Entry level coordinators in smaller operations typically sit toward the lower end of the range, while those managing high-volume or multi-site distribution networks with strong systems experience command higher salaries.
Most roles are permanent or fixed-term contract. Casual and temporary engagements are less common for this position but available for project-based or interim requirements.
Core Industry
Supply Chain and Logistics Brisbane
Distribution coordinators are a critical link between warehouse operations and end customer delivery across Brisbane. See how we support supply chain and logistics hiring across the full operational team, from warehouse operators and forklift operators through to transport managers.
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Relevant Recruitment Services
We place distribution coordinators across contract and permanent engagements depending on the nature of your requirement.
Service One
Contract Staffing
The most common engagement for distribution coordinators. We place experienced coordinators on fixed-term contracts to cover growth periods, project requirements or planned leave without committing to a permanent headcount change.
Service Two
Permanent Recruitment
When you need a coordinator who will own the role long term, we run a structured recruitment process to find the right person, not just the first available candidate.
Service Three
Temporary Staffing
For short-term coordination support during peak periods or unplanned gaps, we can deploy experienced logistics professionals quickly to keep operations on track.
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