Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions

Toll Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Toll Group is seeking an experienced Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions to lead and optimize our Automotive Transport operations nationwide across Australia. Reporting to the Senior Vice President Retail Transport & Grocery, this senior leadership role drives operational excellence, customer satisfaction, profitability, innovation and safety performance across a complex distribution network.

You will build strong customer partnerships, lead strategic initiatives, and develop

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in logistics, business, management or related field.
• Current driver’s license.
• Strong understanding of transport, supply chain and automotive operations.
• Knowledge of legislative, compliance and safety requirements.
• Financial management including budgeting and cost analysis.
• MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead automotive transport operations to achieve strategic, financial, and operational objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders and customers.
• Oversee P&L, budgeting, forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor and develop a high-performing leadership team.
• Identify and implement innovative supply chain and technology solutions that improve customer outcomes.
• Champion safety, compliance and operational excellence across all sites.

Skills

Leadership experience in transport/log

Customer relationship management

Commercial acumen

Communication coaching

Safety and compliance focus

Education

Tertiary qualification in Logistics/Business/Management or related

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com

Global Logistics provides sophisticated supply chain solutions, from end-to-end or part solutions, warehousing and distribution to dedicated transport solutions, across the globe and to some of the most remote corners of the world.

Contract Logistics provides specialised contract warehouse and distribution services to a range of industries across the globe including Consumer & Beverages, Specialty Retail, Automotive and FMCG. We offer our customers an array of robust and flexible logistics and warehouse distribution solutions in the third-party logistics (3PL) market.

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com

Global Logistics provides sophisticated supply chain solutions, from end-to-end or part solutions, warehousing and distribution to dedicated transport solutions, across the globe and to some of the most remote corners of the world.

Contract Logistics provides specialised contract warehouse and distribution services to a range of industries across the globe including Consumer & Beverages, Specialty Retail, Automotive and FMCG. We offer our customers an array of robust and flexible logistics and warehouse distribution solutions in the third-party logistics (3PL) market.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions to lead and optimise our Automotive Transport operations nationally throughout Australia. Reporting to the Senior Vice President Retail Transport & Grocery, this senior leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, customer satisfaction, profitability, innovation, and safety performance across a complex distribution environment. You will build strong customer partnerships, lead strategic initiatives, and develop high-performing teams while ensuring contractual, compliance, and service delivery outcomes are consistently achieved.

A Day in the Life of a Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions at Toll

• Lead automotive transport operations to achieve strategic, financial, and operational objectives.
• Drive customer-focused solutions and build trusted relationships with key stakeholders.
• Oversee P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing leadership team while supporting succession planning.
• Identify and implement innovative supply chain and technology solutions that improve customer outcomes.
• Champion safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all sites and activities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Business, Management, or a related discipline.
• Current driver's licence.
• Strong understanding of transport, supply chain, and automotive operations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative, compliance, and safety requirements.
• Financial management and commercial acumen, including budgeting and cost analysis.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership experience within transport, logistics, automotive, or supply chain environments.
• Demonstrated success managing customer relationships, operational performance, and service delivery.
• Strong experience managing profitability, KPIs, forecasting, and business performance.
• Ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and drive innovation across a business.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Results-driven mindset with a strong commitment to safety, customer outcomes, and continuous improvement.
• Able to travel interstate, regularly and work onsite from Westmeadows, Melbourne
  

What moves you?

At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.

At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities.

To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com

You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.