Transport Supervisor

Transport Supervisor | PM Shift | Truganina

• Key role supporting the Transport Manager in connecting our 3PL partner with DC teams to ensure timely store delivery
• Permanent onsite 4 day role, Wednesday - Saturday (5pm - 3am)
• Melbourne Fresh Distribution Centre 

Welcome to Primary Connect

Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity. 

We’re delivering to more than 3,000 retail stores every day (stores like Woolworths, BIG W, Dan Murphy’s, and BWS), but at Primary Connect, we’re more than just a supply chain business. We’re a big team, but every individual plays a pivotal role and leaves a distinctive impact. 

Our extensive reach opens up boundless opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development. By raising your hand, fostering relationships, and seizing the moment, you can take control of your own unique path. 

What you’ll experience

Everything we do is driven by a culture of care for our team, customers, and community. 

• We create a thriving team experience through a culture of belonging that champions safety and wellbeing for our people and partners.
• We’re a team-first organisation. We’ll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities. 
• We offer competitive remuneration with a generous bonus, shift allowances  and access to a number of employee benefits & retail discounts.
• We offer an opportunity to work autonomously during the weekend
• We prioritise sustainability, striving to contribute to a greener, better future. Check out our most recent Sustainability Report to find out how we do it.
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

 
What you’ll do

• Liaise with VIC Transport Teams, 3PL's and DC Operations teams of progress and status of loads, schedules and strategies
• Oversee the allocation of loads to meet store requirements and ensure on-time delivery to our customers
• Update the Transport Management team on a real-time basis of any operational / service concerns or non-compliance
• Actively seek out and implement cost saving or efficiency improvement initiatives within the Vic transport operating model
• Liaise with appropriate personnel to achieve adherence to curfews, cross-docking and top uploads

What you’ll bring

• Experience in transportation operations positions in a multi-site business in FMCG / Supply Chain / Distribution  environment
• Ability to navigate in a large complex environment and communicate effectively and with influence with 3PL carriers & operational teams
• A good understanding of the Chain of responsibility
• Ability to work autonomously in a team environment
• Have intermediate computer skills - Google, Excel, Word
• TMS advantageous but not mandatory
• Strong customer Service focus & problem-solving abilities

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion
Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Woolworths Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes #work180 #LI