Transport Operations Lead

We’ve been proudly serving Australian communities since 1914 and have grown to become a top 30-listed company on the ASX with a portfolio of iconic homegrown brands. At the heart of our continued success is over 115,000 team members working across the country, all contributing to bringing our customers smiles. You’ll not only get to see your work make a difference, you’ll be part of a team working together to help Australians eat and live better every day.

About the team

Supply Chain makes life easier, safer, and more sustainable across our network. Our team works with thousands of trusted businesses every day to bring together our suppliers, distribution centres and stores. By keeping those relationships strong and processes running smoothly, we’re able to maintain the availability and quality of our products for our customers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Transport Delivery Manager, the Transport Operations Lead plays a critical role in the ongoing delivery, optimisation and support of Coles’ Manhattan Active platform across Transport and Warehouse operations.

This is a pivotal position embedded in the business, responsible for shaping and sustaining the performance of our end-to-end transport systems.

You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our transport network operates efficiently, safely and at scale, whilst handling significant volume and cost.

You will also:

·  Lead the design, delivery and ongoing optimisation of transport and warehouse solutions across the Manhattan Active platform

· Deliver transport modelling and analytics tailored to specific project need

·  Act as the subject matter expert across MATM, MAWM and supporting systems

·  Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, carriers, vendors and key stakeholders

·  Own transport network configuration including routing, rating, master data and system workflows

·  Drive system enhancements including testing (UAT), deployment and issue resolution with vendors

·  Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives across cost, service and operational efficiency

About You and Your Skills

You bring strong experience across transport and supply chain operations, ideally within FMCG or retail, and are passionate about driving operational excellence through systems and process improvement.

You will have:

• 5+ years’ experience in transport and/or supply chain, ideally within FMCG or retail environments
• Hands-on experience with Transport Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP, Oracle)
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain and transport network operations
• Proven ability to manage complex systems, data and workflows at scale
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels 

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 182906

Employment Type: Full time
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