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.
- Solid 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

📌 Head of Automotive and Strategic Solutions (Melbourne)
🏢 Toll Group
📍 Melbourne