Transport Operations Manager
3 weeks ago
- Iconic Australian owned and operated global retail business
- Must have proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
- Hybrid role in a vibrant, team culture where we embrace pace, encourage new ideas & leadership
This critical role ensures efficient and timely deliveries across our extensive network, overseeing transport planners, managing capacity, and ensuring compliance. You'll drive operational excellence across safety, service, cost, and efficiency, aligning with our broader business goals.
What You'll Be Doing
- Operational Execution: Manage daily inbound/outbound transport for Spotlight, Anaconda, and Harris Scarfe.
- Planning & Scheduling: Optimise weekly and daily transport plans and resolve Stock in Transit (SIT) issues.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation and safety protocols.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with DCs, stores, and carriers to resolve transport issues.
- Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs like on-time delivery and carrier performance, implementing corrective actions.
- Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies and implement strategies to enhance service quality and cost efficiency.
- People Leadership: Lead and mentor the transport planning team, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of driving accountability.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
- In-depth knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation and transport safety standards.
- Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and data analysis.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- On-Time Delivery Rate: 98%+ achievement.
- Stock in Transit (SIT) Reduction: Aged SIT less than 0.01%.
- Carrier Compliance: 100% adherence to standards.
- Process Efficiency Improvements: Measurable annual improvements.
About
Join an iconic Australian-owned and operated global retail business that's passionate about growth and innovation. As part of Spotlight Retail Group, you'll benefit from:
- A competitive salary package + Super + Profit Share + Work Flexibility.
- Clear pathways for career progression and personal development.
- A vibrant team culture that embraces pace, encourages new ideas, and fosters leadership.
- Team member discounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), gym discounts, and more
Spotlight Group Holdings ("SGH") is Australia's largest privately-owned and family-operated business, encompassing the Spotlight Retail Group (Spotlight, Anaconda, Mountain Designs, and Harris Scarfe), Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Direct Investments, and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation. We are acknowledged as market leaders within the Australian retail space.
Apply today
Candidates must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.
No agency enquiries or applications, please.
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