Help us deliver like never before
Australia Post is delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers, and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride.
About the opportunity
Australia Post is undergoing significant transformation, and to support the organisation in achieving its strategic priorities, our Group Procurement team is expanding. Our focus is on strengthening our position in e‑commerce and enhancing digital experiences across the business, while reimagining the post office network and simplifying our products and services. The Group Procurement team plays a central role in many of these important and evolving initiatives.
Reporting to the Strategic Procurement Manager, you will support the development and delivery of end‑to‑end procurement strategies that directly enable Australia Post’s Fleet and Logistics (Linehaul) functions. You will also have opportunities to work cross‑functionally across the broader Australia Post Group.
In this role, you will provide commercial leadership across multi‑modal freight categories that keep our national network moving — from interstate road linehaul to air freight supporting premium and express services.
What you’ll deliver with us
- Lead sourcing strategies across road linehaul, rail, sea and air freight to support the growth and performance of the national network
- Partner with internal stakeholders across Fleet, Network Operations, Engineering and Group Procurement to drive commercial value and risk‑managed decision‑making
- Execute end‑to‑end procurement activities — including category planning, market engagement, tendering, evaluation, negotiation and contract award
- Support transformation initiatives aligned to Australia Post’s strategic priorities, including cost optimisation, sustainability, and service performance improvements
- Work collaboratively across multi‑disciplinary teams, leveraging insights and governance frameworks used in major logistics sourcing programs.
- Manage supplier relationships, performance frameworks, compliance and contract‑related governance
- Contribute to cross‑organisational initiatives that strengthen procurement capability and improve internal processes
You’ll also
- Partner with the function or Business Unit of Australia Post, where key stakeholder management will be required but will also identify opportunities to work cross-functionally across all areas of the enterprise
- Work independently to undertake end-to-end procurement engagement, from undertaking greenfield strategic sourcing projects, stakeholder engagement and management, category planning and development, portfolio management and transaction negotiation to contract finalisation
- Possess a high level of organisation and planning capability and work closely with stakeholders and other support functions (such as Legal and Finance) to deliver strong value
- Drive the procurement process to maximise value across brand and reputation, customer service, service delivery and quality, innovation, environmental and sustainable outcomes whilst generating commercial value, managing potential risk, and maintaining the highest standards of corporate responsibility
- Support the Senior Sourcing Manager/Category Lead in establishing procurement standards that ensure efficient, effective, economical, and ethical supplier management in partnership with the relevant business areas
About you
- Demonstrated experience in leadership roles within logistics, transport, supply chain or multimodal freight
- Demonstrated ability to analyse, review and synthesise large, complex datasets, drawing out insights that inform sourcing strategy, negotiation positions and executive decision‑making — essential in this data‑heavy category
- Strong commercial acumen with strategic mindset, and with the ability to interpret commercial models, evaluate cost drivers, and build compelling business cases
- Deep understanding of national freight markets — including road linehaul, rail networks, domestic air freight, and global sea freight
- Proven capability in complex sourcing, negotiation, contract management and supplier governance
- Ability to build strong relationships with operational, technical and executive stakeholders, as well as the ability to engage, influence and present complex information to senior stakeholders, clearly and confidently
- Comfortable working in a large, fast‑moving operational environment undergoing transformation
- Excellent communication, influencing, and problem‑solving skills
How we’ll deliver for you
- Join one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse workforces in Australia, where we’re all ages, genders and come from all walks of life
- We deliver on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety every day. They’re the TIES that bind our team together
- Immerse yourself in the AP Way – where every single team member partakes in a learning module to help understand the vital role we play in delivering on our strategy and purpose
We’re delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees. We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au