State Manager

Job Description

Job no: 758147Work type: Full timeLocation: Larapinta - QLD - AustraliaApplications close: 21 Jan 2025 11:55 PM E. Australia Standard Time Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox. What does the job look like? Our Retail business is currently seeking a State Manager to join the team. This role will support and manage the business activities of our QLD Transport Operations while working in collaboration with our people, ensuring every decision you make will be driven by safety, service, and cost . This position will suit a focused leader who can influence strategy and continue to drive successful stakeholder relationships. You will provide proactive leadership through setting high performance standards, driving accountability, results, and constructive people management. Key Areas: Participating and committing to Safety Standards and COR requirements at all times Responsibility for the financial performance of the contract, ensuring agreed measures for profitability and other key performance indicators for the contract are met Driving productivity to maximise resources throughout the state, control costs and maintain a focus on strategic initiatives Developing strong partnerships between operational, resourcing and planning teams to ensure maximum utilisation of staff, equipment, and facilities Enhancing customer relationships through understanding customer needs, regular personal contact, and demonstrating a genuine interest in customer welfare and success Leading and inspiring a team of transport professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Are you the one? Working with one of Australia’s largest retailers, this is a great opportunity for a high performer who can help continue to drive an inclusive and accountable culture in a fast-paced environment. You will have previous leadership experience and will be resilient to work-related demands. You can demonstrate: Demonstrated achievements in supply chain leadership roles within a multi-site business. Strong financial and analytical skills, with a strategic mindset and excellent attention to detail. Proven decision-making capability, with the ability to make timely, effective decisions that drive business outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement. Extensive experience managing senior-level stakeholder relationships, with the confidence to navigate discussions with customers to protect business objectives. Advanced computer literacy, with the ability to leverage data to drive informed decisions and operational improvements. What's in it for me? 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees Career development opportunities and mentoring programs Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume. We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Further information You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test. #J-18808-Ljbffr