Divisional Inbound Transport Manager

Bunnings; Somerton; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discount

OnePass membership

100+ team member benefits

Job summary

Bunnings is seeking an experienced Divisional Inbound Transport Manager to lead inbound freight across a large and complex network, ensuring stores receive stock on time. The role sits at the center of our supply chain, collaborating with Stores, DCs, suppliers and transport partners to deliver outstanding service.

You’ll lead safety-focused operations, manage day-to-day transport performance, and optimise network flows.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in transport, logistics or supply chain in a large environment.
• Proven leadership in managing operational performance and resolving transport/service challenges.
• Strong understanding of transport safety and CoR obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead inbound transport operations and drive safety culture.
• Coordinate responses to disruptions, capacity challenges and escalations.
• Optimise delivery schedules and network flows for efficiency.
• Build partnerships with transport providers and monitor performance.
• Use metrics and insights to improve service and reliability.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and support larger transformations.
• Collaborate with Stores, Supply Chain, Merchandising and external partners.

Skills

Transport operations leadership

Stakeholder influence

Safety and CoR knowledge

Performance monitoring

Budgeting and costs

Education

tertiary qualifications in Business/Logistics

Tools

Data-driven decision making

Job description

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

When products arrive safely, on time and ready for our team members and customers, it keeps our business moving. As our Divisional Inbound Transport Manager, you’ll play a critical role in leading the flow of inbound freight across a large and complex network, helping ensure stores receive the stock they need to serve customers every day.

This is an opportunity to join a team that operates at the centre of our Supply Chain network, working closely with Stores, Distribution Centres, suppliers and transport partners to deliver outstanding service and operational outcomes.

This role will be based across our Melbourne Support Office (Burnley) and DC locations (Dandenong & Somerton), with weekly travel required to stores across the VIC Region.

What’s involved

• Lead a strong safety culture across inbound transport operations, helping drive compliance, safe work practices and continuous risk improvement.
• Take ownership of day-to-day transport performance and coordinate responses to network disruptions, capacity challenges and operational escalations.
• Optimise delivery schedules and network flows to improve efficiency, reduce congestion and support great outcomes for stores.
• Build strong partnerships with transport providers, holding them accountable to service expectations while supporting ongoing performance improvement.
• Monitor transport performance metrics and use insights to drive better service, reliability and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve network performance, streamline processes and support larger supply chain transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Stores, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Procurement and external partners to deliver aligned and practical solutions.
• Support network growth, seasonal peaks and operational change while maintaining a focus on customer outcomes and service continuity.

About You

You’re an experienced transport operational leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and bringing people together to achieve shared goals.

You thrive in fast-moving environments where priorities can change quickly, and you’re comfortable making informed decisions that balance safety, service and commercial outcomes. You’re equally confident working with frontline teams, senior stakeholders and external partners, building trusted relationships that help drive results.

You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Your ability to influence, communicate clearly and bring people together around common objectives will help you succeed in this role.

Most importantly, you’ll be motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a large-scale transport network that helps support our stores, team members and customers across the business.

What you’ll need

• Significant experience in transport, logistics or supply chain operations within a large and complex environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing operational performance and resolving complex transport or service challenges.
• Strong understanding of transport safety, Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing transport providers, supplier relationships and service performance outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and deliver results across multiple teams and external partners.
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing transport costs, budgets and operational efficiencies.
• Experience using performance metrics and data to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

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 [e-mail].

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.