Site Transport Manager

Enjoy competitive remuneration including generous bonus structure and access to a number of employee benefits

Lead operational and service excellence for Automated Moorebank Regional Distribution Centre

Permanent onsite role with flexible start & finish times

Welcome to Moorebank

The new state-of-the-art facility will service over 1000 supermarkets nationwide with more than 12,000 product lines.

With the capacity to move 2.3 million cartons each week, this 44,900 sqm facility - equivalent to almost three times the size of the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) - will strengthen Primary Connect’s national supply chain.

What you’ll experience

Everything we do is driven by a culture of care for our team, customers, and community.

We create a thriving team experience through a culture of belonging that champions safety and wellbeing for our people and partners.

We’re a team-first organisation. We’ll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities.

We offer competitive remuneration and access to a number of employee benefits.

Strong mentorship and development; opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and best minds in Australia

Team member discounts across all Woolworths Group and partner businesses, access to discounts in novated leases, share purchase plans, lifestyle and other attraction discounts

A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your well-being, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

What you’ll do

Manage the transport operations within budget expectations to ensure effective provision of ongoing service to stores whilst delivering end to end cost targets

Create and maintain positive partnerships with 3PL transport providers within metro scope, including daily task coordination activities as well as regular performance reviews with relevant carriers

Manage the interaction between Woolworths DC operations, 3PL service providers and our Store network

Work with 3PL partners to optimise planning, allocation, and fleet utilisation, minimising costs and improving operational efficiencies.

Manage peak season events and contingency plans, ensuring business continuity.

Oversee daily site operations, including monitoring loading procedures and resolving customer issues.

Lead and mentor a small team ensuring multi-skilling, development and continuous improvement.

Actively drive a safety culture ensuring that all business activities and teams within the Moorebank Transport Operations are compliant with relevant legislation & company policies

What you’ll bring

Proven experience in managing transport operations & 3PL carriers performance, ideally within a large FMCG / Retail environment

Demonstrated achievements in service delivery and cost management

Commercial acumen & experience in managing operational budgets

Personal “hands-on” leadership and coaching skills including the ability to support and engage your teams, drive positive change and lead from the front

A high level of communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Understanding of SH&E matters including COR regulations and codes of practice

Flexibility to be available for out-of-hours escalations including weekends

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion

Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

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