National Manager General Merchandise

6 days ago

Essendon Fields Victoria, Australia Linfox Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia's biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?
The Retail team is seeking a dynamic and strategic National Manager – General Merchandise to lead national performance across high-profile retail contracts, including Bunnings, Myer, Kmart, Target, and Amazon.

Reporting to the General Manager – General Merchandise, this role is responsible for driving operational excellence and strengthening customer partnerships. You will lead a national team to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective transport solutions, ensuring service excellence and commercial performance across all contracts. Key areas:

  • Driving strategic growth and operational excellence across all contracts
  • Building strong customer relationships and ensuring service excellence
  • Leading national P&L performance and commercial outcomes
  • Championing safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
  • Developing future leaders through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning

Are you the one?
This is the perfect opportunity for a seasoned leader who inspires high-performing teams, and builds trusted, long-term partnerships with both customers and internal stakeholders. If you're known for your strategic mindset, sharp operational focus, and authentic leadership style, this is your chance to step into a high-impact national role within the Retail team. You can demonstrate:

  • Proven ability to lead with confidence, driving strong performance and team engagement
  • Proven success in delivering results across complex operations and national contracts
  • Sharp commercial insight with a proven ability to influence and engage key stakeholders
  • A strong commitment to safety, exceptional customer service, and developing high-performing teams
  • Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline is highly regarded

What's in it for me?

  • 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
  • Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
  • Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
  • The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. .

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.
We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Further information
You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit

  • National Manager General Merchandise

    2 days ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia Linfox Full time

    Job no: 760698 Work type: Full time **Location**: Essendon Fields - VIC - Australia Applications close: 22 Aug 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in...

  • National Commercial Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia Linfox Full time

    Job no: 758094 Work type: Full time **Location**: Essendon Fields - VIC - Australia Applications close: 13 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time Join Linfox: Where Anything is Possible At Linfox, we believe that together, anything is possible. We use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s...

  • National Commercial Manager

    2 days ago

    Essendon Fields, Victoria, Australia Linfox Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Here at BevChain, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Linfox, we are leaders in beverage supply chain solutions. As industry specialists, we partner with major customers, including some of Australia's top beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage brands.  Our mission is to provide our customers with a competitive advantage through industry leading...

  • National Patrols Administration

    1 week ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia Wilson Security Full time

    Full time Monday to Friday - Essendon Fields location - Fast paced environment - your days will fly by !!!! Wilson Security is the leading provider in the provision of security services across Australia and New Zealand. Our services are supported by a highly experienced management team, industry-leading expertise and a strong local and national structure....

  • Assistant Store Manager

    4 days ago

    Essendon, Victoria, Australia Oroton Group Pty Limited Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    About usSynonymous with accessible luxury, casual glamour and an ineffably Australian appreciation for the good life, Oroton is the preeminent luxury lifestyle brand in Australia, founded in Sydney in 1938. Oroton has become one of Australia's most prestigious and iconic brands, celebrated and loved for its unique heritage and ability to stay at the...

  • Aje Dfo Essendon Assistant Boutique Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia The Aje Collective Full time

    **Description**: Join icon fashion house Aje as an Assistant Boutique Manager at our DFO Essendon store. Aje was created in 2008 to translate the effortless Australian lifestyle into fashion. Designed for an elegance grounded in ease, our garments empower our customers to feel relaxed, assured and beautiful. Our company strives to invite freedom of...

  • Converse - Casual Sales Assistants

    4 days ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia Authentics Factory Outlets Full time

    **Work with a brand you love & wear!**: - ** Great team to work with**: - ** Generous employee discounts and u**niform provided**: - ** Wonderful learning environment** **Our clothes and sneakers get worn by rebels, rockers, rappers, artists, dreamers, thinkers and originals.** **We celebrate individuality.** **If you’re one-of-a-kind, you should try...

  • General Manager

    1 week ago

    Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Metcash Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

    We are currently seeking a strategic, commercially focused, and experienced executive to join our leadership team as Head of Merchandise – Tools based in Port Melbourne. This role is pivotal to the ongoing success and growth of our brand and product strategy across the Total Tools category.As the Head of Merchandise – Tools, you will be responsible for...

  • Assistant Store Manager

    6 days ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia PUMA Full time

    **YOUR TALENT**: At PUMA, we're searching for someone who doesn’t just manage—they lead with passion, drive, and a commitment to excellence. We need a trailblazer who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, someone who’s ready to take charge, inspire their team, and deliver outstanding results. If you’re someone who knows how to turn challenges...

  • Product Manager

    1 week ago

    Essendon Fields, Australia Bloom Careers Full time

    Join CDB Group - Aust No. 1 distributor of electrical appliances & accessories - Drive product development, performance & direction of your category - Be part of a team of passionate high achievers who go against the grain **The Company** CDB are Australia & New Zealand’s number 1 Marketer of Electrical Appliances and Electrical Accessories. With a...