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
Role Overview
The Transport Planner is responsible for the efficient and effective planning, coordination, and execution of transport logistics using SAP Transport Management (SAP TM) on behalf of our key customer, to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and governance compliance of transport planning related business process execution to support efficient and effective logistics transportation operations and service delivery.
The Transport Planner will operate SAP TM business processes to create freight orders (including stage and packing unit planning) and assign freight order subcontracting to carriers. Completion of these processes will then allow the Transport Dispatcher to execute the planned freight orders.
Responsibilities
Plan and schedule transport operations using SAP TM to ensure timely and cost-effective movement of goods and services.
Develop, monitor, and adjust transport schedules based on operational priorities and emerging needs.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to confirm and communicate transport arrangements.
Manage the process and workflow for entry and planning of transport order requests
Analyse transport data to optimise routes, reduce costs, and improve service delivery
Generate regular and ad hoc reports using SAP TM to track performance against KPIs and inform decision-making.
Maintain accurate transport data records in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.
Utilise SAP TM for transport planning, execution, and monitoring.
Identify and resolve system-related issues in collaboration with IT and SAP specialists.
Provide recommendations for SAP TM enhancements to improve operational efficiency.
Engage with stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, and internal teams, to ensure alignment on transport requirements and constraints.
About you:
Demonstrate an understanding of organisational objectives and applies strategic thinking to transport planning decisions.
Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement in transport operations.
Deliver high-quality transport plans within tight deadlines and resource constraints.
Effectively manage competing priorities and adjusts plans to meet organisational needs.
Ability to builds and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation and external providers
Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
To be successful, candidates must have:
Familiarity with transport execution within large logistics network structure and operations (Highly Desirable).
Demonstrated experience in transport planning and logistics, with a strong proficiency in SAP Transport Management (SAP TM), or equivalent systems (Highly Desirable).
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights (Highly Desirable).
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment (Highly Desirable).
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to apply for this role, applicants must:
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 and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.
Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.
At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities.
To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com
You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.
