Transport Allocator

An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers healthy, safe and productive. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate one million dollars annually to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation

**More about our benefits**
- Competitive remuneration with excellent bonus scheme
- Generous Reward and Recognition programs
- Access to ongoing training and career development programs
- Access to free Mental Health programs
- Birthday and Anniversary day off
- Convenient location with onsite parking
- Modern onsite gym
- Employee discounts on full product range
- Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives

**More about what you'll do**

You will be responsible for NSW (Sydney) fleet, managing daily runs for local metro deliveries. Your focus will be in managing costs and improving efficiencies while maintaining a high level of customer service, analysing data and identifying concerns and areas for improvement, continuously looking at ways to innovate.

Your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Working Monday - Friday 4.00am - 1.00pm
- Plan and supervise daily deliveries for a fleet of approximately 40 drivers
- Ensure all drivers sort and load in a timely and safe manner to ensure a prompt departure
- Respond to daily transport enquiries from internal teams and customers in an efficient and effective manner
- Proactively identify transport operational issues, potential problems and opportunities, and determine corrective actions where required
- Build and foster successful business relationships with key stakeholders
- Pre-empt seasonal increases in volume and adapt to sudden spikes
- Be able to implement change with limited disruption
- Monitor transport budget to ensure costs are effectively controlled
- Report on transport division activities and results for Management reporting purposes
- Ensure drivers comply with Company OH&S policies and procedures with a safety first mindset

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the skills below:

- Minimum 2 years' experience in your area of responsibility in a fast-moving transport environment, or at COS
- Experience of working with various Warehouse/Transport management systems
- Basic understanding of COR and load restraint legislation
- Knowledge of broad Sydney metro area desirable
- Willingness to remain hands-on whilst commencing your leadership journey
- Exceptional organisational skills and time management skills
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work under pressure
- Excellent numerical, verbal and written communication skills

**More about COS**

When you join COS you’ll be working for a growing business servicing many of Australia’s most well recognised companies and government agencies. You’ll be part of a socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people.

You will be joining a talented team that live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Self Reflective, Family and Service Excellence. At COS, we work together to find smarter ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive. We are passionate about maintaining a business culture that focuses on professionalism with heart.

Through the success of our business COS has been proud to give back over $15 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded.

Founded in Australia 45 years ago, today with over 500 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard

**How to Apply**

**COS can offer you not just a job but a career.**

**If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you**

**COS looks forward to supporting your personal growth and developing your career.