Head of Primary Freight

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Metcash Full time
Head of Primary Freight – Metcash

At Metcash, you're part of something bigger. We've got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business. When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to grow, thrive with flexibility, drive innovation, and operate in a customer-first, values-led environment.

Overview

The Head of Primary Freight is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the strategy, growth, and operational excellence of Metcash's newly established Primary Freight function. This role will build and scale the business into a high-performing, commercially successful operation — creating value for suppliers, customers, and Metcash's broader Supply Chain network.

In this Role
  • Develop and execute a bold strategy to grow the Primary Freight business.
  • Build and maintain a profitable customer base, achieving ambitious revenue and margin growth targets.
  • Form and manage strategic partnerships with both suppliers and carriers.
  • Design scalable, differentiated freight solutions that solve key pain points for suppliers.
  • Oversee end-to-end Primary Freight operations, ensuring service excellence, safety, and compliance.
  • Drive innovation and scalability through technology, automation, and data analytics.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing commercial and operational team.
  • Champion a customer-first mindset while aligning with Metcash's broader Supply Chain strategy.
You're Likely a Match If
  • 10+ years' experience in freight, logistics, or supply chain business development (ideally in retail or FMCG).
  • Strong commercial acumen with a proven record of driving business growth.
  • Experience managing P&L, financial forecasting, and operational performance.
  • Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
  • A visionary, data-driven mindset balanced with hands-on execution.
  • Strong leadership skills, with a passion for building capability and fostering innovation.
  • Tertiary qualifications in business, marketing, or finance.
What's On Offer

We're proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:

  • Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 wellbeing days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
  • Career Growth: Learning and development opportunities
  • Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
  • Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
  • Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
  • Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
  • Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accreditation
About Us

Metcash is Australia's leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We support independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need support during the application process, please let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

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