National Transport Procurement Manager

Summary

Join Ofload, a high-growth FreightTech company, as our National Transport Procurement Manager. You will play a pivotal role in driving profitable growth by optimizing margin performance and expanding our transport network. This high-impact role requires a strategic thinker with strong logistics and supply chain experience, capable of leading a high-performing team. You will lead pricing strategies, continuous improvement initiatives, and build strategic partnerships with carriers. This position offers a chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and innovative environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Senior National Manager or Procurement Manager experience with leading transport companies or FMCG companies
• Strong background in logistics, supply chain, and procurement
• Proven experience in managing, developing, and leading high-performing teams
• Track record of driving operational and cultural change
• Expertise in procurement, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation
• Skilled at aligning operational strategies with business objectives

Responsibilities

• Minimize the variance between priced and actual margins across the Ofload network
• Drive consistent growth and operational efficiencies to improve margins across our network
• Ensure we achieved balanced outcomes across service and cost across our network
• Build and enhance relationships with strategic carriers, onboarding key partners
• Negotiate and secure long-term contracts with major carriers to ensure cost-effective and reliable service
• Expand service offerings by developing diverse carrier capabilities
• Develop and execute strategic plans to optimise Ofload’s transport network
• Lead Ofload’s entry into new industry segments, such as industrials, construction, or pharmaceuticals
• Align network optimisation efforts with customer growth opportunities
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team focused on results and innovation
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture, providing coaching and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to inspire and lead a high-performing team
• Proven ability to design and execute margin improvement plans
• Expertise in building and maintaining long-term carrier partnerships
• Strong numerical and data analysis skills to guide business decisions
• Exceptional ability to foster cross-team communication and alignment
• Consistently delivers smarter, faster solutions to improve performance
• Strives for excellence in personal and team performance
• Embraces change and leads with resilience and agility

Benefits

• Balance your life with hybrid work arrangements, including remote work options and additional leave for volunteering, celebrations, and personal milestones
• Access to a $500 learning and development budget to put towards your professional growth, in-house workshops & Lunch & Learns
• Our annual Summer Camp offsite
• Weekly catered breakfast, monthly team lunch and a number of delicious snacks
• Morning brew of your choice at our local cafe
• Quarterly celebrations and team events
• Table tennis, board games and an office library