Lucas Smith
Nedlands,Western Australia
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
JuniorTrader
Ausfine Foods
Melbourne, VIC
06.2023 - Current
- In my role as a Junior Trader with support responsibilities for senior traders at Ausfine Foods, an Australian-based meat and dairy international trading company, I played a key role in contributing to the company's overall success. My primary responsibilities included actively participating in business development by identifying new leads and opportunities and establishing meaningful relationships with customers and suppliers in the meat and dairy industry.
- Additionally, I engaged in market research, liaised with procurement departments, and ensured compliance for global import/export operations. Managing B2B sales and contracts, navigating regulatory landscapes, and handling risk in the foreign exchange market were integral aspects of my role. Lastly, I contributed to efficient logistics management by coordinating operations and supplier schedules.
Logistics and Documentation Manager
Ausfine Foods
Melbourne, VIC
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Role focused on managing international logistics for Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) in the meat and dairy industry. My responsibilities included overseeing international ocean and air freight operations, ensuring smooth import and export processes by addressing global freight barriers through cost-effective strategies. I also managed the import and clearance of cheese products for Domino’s Australia and New Zealand, handling end-to-end logistics operations in the region.
- I led the preparation of import and export documents to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, managed B2B operations and acted as internal liaison between logistics and sales departments. My role extended to financial documentation, where I executed letters of credit, ensuring adherence to contract documentation, country-specific requirements, and managing Halal certification for products.
- Beyond these responsibilities, I took part in team management and training, overseeing an offshore Indonesian documentation team and assisting new logistics staff members. Moreover, I demonstrated proficiency in inventory management software, including BSM and Microsoft Dynamics.
Customer Service Representative
Sapien Technology
Melbourne, VIC
01.2021 - 06.2022
- In my capacity as a Customer Service Representative at Sapien Technology, a leading agri-tech company specializing in crush-side technology and software solutions for global cattle and sheep farmers, I played a pivotal role in advancing the company's mission to maximize profits for farmers through innovative technologies. My responsibilities included conducting extensive customer farming data analysis, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making.
- I actively engaged in customer support, addressing queries, and swiftly troubleshooting software issues to ensure seamless user experiences. Additionally, I conducted product presentations and global training sessions, enhancing stakeholder proficiency in agri-tech software. Contributing to the company's growth, I authored comprehensive reports for continuous product enhancement and future development strategies. Furthermore, I played a key role in design planning for cutting-edge agri-tech products, actively contributing insights to shape their development.
Research Assistant
CSIRO
Perth, WA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Position primarily centered on laboratory and educational work, I continued my master's research on biochar's impact on reducing methane production in livestock. Key responsibilities encompassed systematic data collection and analysis of ruminal fluid samples. Beyond research, I actively engaged in educational initiatives, mentoring both undergraduate and post-graduate students in the intricacies of data collection and sheep research.
Restaurant Manager
Restaurant “The Local on Warratah”
Perth, WA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- During my tenure at The Local on Warratah, concurrent with my university studies, I advanced from a server to the role of manager. Core responsibilities involved overseeing operational excellence, including tasks such as rostering, scheduling, staff coordination, and ordering, to ensure streamlined operations for peak efficiency. Additionally, I made significant contributions to the redesign and remodel of the restaurant, actively engaging in the hands-on building phase.
Farmhand
Future Farm Project, University of Western Australia
Perth, WA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Concurrent to my studies, I worked for the Future Farm Project, a research initiative at the University of Western Australia. I actively contributed to sustainable farming practices, this included collaborating on research initiatives focused on sustainable farming practices and implementing environmentally conscious agricultural methods. Additionally, I played a role in integrating sustainable techniques within sheep farm operations.
Education
Meat Export License NPE -
Ausmeat
Melbourne, VIC01-2023
MSc Agricultural Science - Crop and Livestock Specialisation -
University of Western Australia
Perth, WA01-2019
BSc Agricultural Science -
University of Western Australia
Perth, WA01-2018
Skills
- Business Development
- Customer Relationship Management
- Product Sales
- Market Research
- Lead Generation
- Key Account Development
- Product and Service Management
- Negotiation
- International Logistics Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Operations
- Contract Negotiation
- Expense Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
JuniorTrader
Ausfine Foods
06.2023 - Current
Logistics and Documentation Manager
Ausfine Foods
01.2022 - 06.2023
Customer Service Representative
Sapien Technology
01.2021 - 06.2022
Research Assistant
CSIRO
01.2019 - 01.2020
Farmhand
Future Farm Project, University of Western Australia
01.2018 - 01.2019
Restaurant Manager
Restaurant “The Local on Warratah”
01.2017 - 01.2020
Meat Export License NPE -
Ausmeat
MSc Agricultural Science - Crop and Livestock Specialisation -
University of Western Australia
BSc Agricultural Science -
University of Western Australia
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