State Transport Operations Lead - VIC/TAS

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!

What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:

Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few

Free standard OnePass membership

Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave

12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender

Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities

We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

About the role

This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping how products move across one of Australia's largest retail supply chain networks. Working alongside carrier partners, supply chain teams and stakeholders across the business, you'll help deliver safe, efficient and cost-effective transport solutions that keep our stores and customers supported every day.

As our State Transport Operations Lead (VIC/TAS), you'll take ownership of supplier pick-up and store delivery performance across the region, leading relationships with 3PL transport providers and driving continuous improvement across linehaul, intrastate and depot operations.

This role offers a unique chance to influence network performance, strengthen strategic partnerships and identify smarter ways of working that improve service while reducing cost.

What's involved

• •Lead transport operations across the VIC/TAS supplier store delivery network, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient outcomes.
• •Partner closely with 3PL carriers to deliver strong service performance and achieve operational targets.
• •Act as the key escalation point for transport operations across supplier pick-ups, linehaul, intrastate movements and carrier depot activities.
• •Foster a strong safety and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) culture through effective governance, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• •Use operational and financial data to identify opportunities, improve performance and support informed decision making.
• •Collaborate with teams across Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Operations to align transport strategies with broader business goals.
• •Manage transport cost performance, forecasting and reporting while identifying opportunities to optimise network efficiency.
• •Drive a culture of continuous improvement with internal and external partners, balancing safety, service and cost outcomes.

About You

You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where building trusted relationships and influencing positive outcomes are key to success. You're someone who enjoys solving complex operational challenges, working collaboratively with stakeholders and turning insights into action.

We're looking for someone who brings curiosity and a practical approach to problem solving, while fostering strong relationships both internally and externally.

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about creating better outcomes for customers, carrier partners and colleagues by finding opportunities to improve the way we work.

What you'll need

• •5+ years' experience in transport operations, logistics or carrier management.
• •Strong understanding of transport legislation, compliance requirements and Chain of Responsibility obligations.
• •Experience managing and influencing third-party carrier relationships.
• •Commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, analysing costs and identifying efficiencies.
• •Strong analytical capability with experience using operational data and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• •Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence across multiple levels.
• •Understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations.
• •Experience working with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and related logistics technologies is highly regarded.
• •Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or a related discipline

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.

We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au .

Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.