Head of Transport

Wesfarmers Health was formed in March 2022, with the acquisition of Australian Pharmaceutical Industries (API). Our supporting portfolio of brands includes Priceline, Priceline Pharmacy, Soul Pattinson Chemist, Pharmacist Advice, Clear Skincare Clinics, InstantScripts, SILK Laser Clinics & SISU Health.

**About us**:
Since our humble beginnings in 1910, we’ve grown from a small co-operative of three pharmacies to a national organisation and one of Australia’s leading health, beauty, and wellness companies.

Wesfarmers Health includes over 70 company-owned Priceline stores, 400+ Priceline pharmacy franchise stores and 89 Clear Skincare clinics and is also a wholesale distributor of pharmaceutical goods. In 2023, the health division expanded its digital and medical aesthetics offering with the acquisitions of telehealth provider Instant Scripts, as well as the SILK Group, who operates a network of around 140 wholly owned, joint venture and franchised clinics. During this year, they also became majority stakeholder of digital health company, SISU Health. The division employs more than 3600 team members.

**What you’ll do**:
Are you ready to take the helm of a dynamic and critical role in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and supply chain industry? Wesfarmers Health is looking for an exceptional leader to become our Head of Transport. This is your chance to lead and innovate in an organisation that places safety, quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction at the forefront of its mission.

Other key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Spearhead the development and implementation of commercially viable strategies, policies, and procedures to guarantee seamless and hyper-efficient transport operations
- Lead the orchestration of transportation activities, from innovative route planning and scheduling to real-time vehicle tracking
- Continually review and analyse transportation costs and metrics, unleashing your analytical prowess to identify opportunities for enhancement and cost reduction.
- Establish and nurture relationships with third-party transportation providers, lead and negotiate contracts, and ensure unwavering compliance with service level agreements (SLAs)
- Take the helm in leading and managing a team of transportation professionals, providing expert guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to elevate service delivery standards
- Collaborate seamlessly with internal stakeholders—supply chain, warehousing, stores, and customer service—to synchronise transportation activities with overarching business goals
- Stay at the forefront of industry trends, regulations, and best practices, ensuring compliance and driving a culture of continuous improvement in our transportation operations
- Conduct meticulous audits and inspections, ensuring airtight adherence to safety regulations, vehicle maintenance standards, and driver compliance

**What you’ll bring**:

- Extensive transport and logistics experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment (preferably in the retail or wholesale industry)
- A track record of success in developing and executing strategic transportation initiatives that unlock value and deliver return on investment
- Results-oriented and solutions-focused with experience in managing a large P & L and driving sustainable improvement across key performance metrics
- An engaging and passionate leadership style with deft collaboration, communication, influencing and stakeholder management capability
- Proven experience negotiating and managing contracts with 3rd parties and managing SLA performance
- Extensive experience in leading, engaging and developing high performing teams
- Deep knowledge of Health and Safety requirements including critical transport safety areas
- A positive change agent, with demonstrated results in continually evaluating and championing innovation
- Tertiary qualifications in Logistics/Supply Chain, Business Management, or related

**Why us?**
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health. Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group.
- Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline and Clear Skincare Clinics.
- Novated leasing options with discounted onsite parking.
- Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation.
- Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a free fully equipped gym.
- Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers).

**Wesfarmers Health aims to become an employer of choice for First Nations Australians, through investments that attract, empower and retain First Nations team members within our stores, distribution centres, clinics and corporate offices.**

**As part of the Wesfarmers group, we provide authentic support through a diverse range of programs and initiatives, designed to empower you on your journey towards personal achievement and professio