Ocean Freight Ops Leader: People & Performance

Deutsche Post; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Deutsche Post in Melbourne, Australia, seeks an OFR Transport Manager to lead Ocean Freight operations and build a high-performing team. You will own operational and financial performance, strengthen customer and supplier relationships, and continuously seek smarter ways to work.

The role focuses on empowering people, delivering results, and fostering a culture of accountability and improvement across depots and truckers.

Qualifications

• Must have proven leadership experience with team development.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of import processes, regulatory requirements, FCL/LCL and ground transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team and set direction.
• Own operational and financial performance and cost controls.
• Strengthen customer and supplier relationships with Truckers and depots.
• Drive continuous improvement and smarter ways of working.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching & feedback

Influence & stakeholder management

Import processes & regulations

Commercial awareness

Escalation management

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

Deutsche Post in Melbourne, Australia, seeks an OFR Transport Manager to lead Ocean Freight operations and build a high-performing team. You will own operational and financial performance, strengthen customer and supplier relationships, and continuously seek smarter ways to work.

The role focuses on empowering people, delivering results, and fostering a culture of accountability and improvement across depots and truckers.