Josh Rossow is the Supply Chain & Procurement Manager for DRP Global, the logistics management arm of our Double R Group portfolio. Josh brokers supply chain management solutions for clients in partnership with Cargo Transport Systems — one of Queensland’s leading global freight forwarding and international logistics service providers, which is part owned by the Double R Group.
Where did you grow up and what school did you go to?
I was born and raised in Brisbane and went to school at Brisbane Grammar, before studying economics at the University of Queensland.
What is your role at Double R Group and what are your key responsibilities?
I’m the Supply Chain and Procurement Manager. This primarily involves sourcing the best product to meet a client’s needs and finding the best solution to get the product to them, all the while keeping cost as competitive as possible.
What do you love most about your job?
I love being able to learn a wide range of new skills. The Double R Group has such vast experience and knowledge across a diverse range of industries and the opportunity to tap into that is very exciting.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
Don’t be afraid to give something a try and believe that you have the ability to be successful at it.
What’s your favourite family tradition?
Hot dogs on State of Origin night. I’m not sure when it started, but I can’t remember a State of Origin night at home where we didn’t have hot dogs for dinner and then watched the game.
What’s your favourite spot on the Sunshine Coast?
Walking along the beachfront at Golden Beach.
What exciting opportunities are there for DRP Global in the months ahead?
We have several opportunities in the works for DRP Global, including a couple of very exciting large-scale projects that will hopefully see some progress in the coming months so watch this space!