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Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands - Qantas and Jetstar - operating regional, domestic, and international services.\n Lead the operational implementation of a new Transport Management System (TMS) across Qantas Engineering\nShape route design, carrier integration, freight optimisation and shipment visibility across multiple ports\nPlay a pivotal role in a global Supply Chain Renewal project and the future of Engineering Supply Chain\nFixed Term Contract until 31st August 2028\nWe’re constantly evolving, and this means the opportunities for our people are endless. There’s opportunity to embrace personal development and career growth, own projects and make an impact.\nQE Supply Chain Renewal is transforming the Qantas Engineering Supply Chain by replacing legacy systems and introducing integrated Manhattan, Maintenix, and Oracle solutions across local and international ports.\nAs the System Implementation Lead - Operations and Logistics (TMS), you’ll lead the operational deployment and adoption of Manhattan’s Transport Management functionality across Qantas Engineering Supply Chain. With a strong focus on transport orders, route design, carrier integration and shipment visibility, you’ll connect system capability with reliable, cost-effective freight operations.\nYou’ll be responsible for:\nDesign and validate global freight routes and cost structures to support freight-cost optimisation and service performance.\nSupport the creation, configuration and tracking of routes and transport orders for assigned ports.\nDesign and validate freight legs and cost structures to support freight-cost optimisation and service performance.\nOnboard freight forwarding providers, supporting effective integration and traceability between carrier and Qantas technologies.\nValidate transport workflows and integrations across Manhattan TMS, Maintenix and Oracle, including visibility and traceability of shipments.\nBuild and maintain test scripts, record successes and failures, and provide operational input into system configuration and knowledge materials.\nCreate and deliver training for transport and planning teams on shipment consolidation, carrier integration and new TMS processes.\nLead TMS testing and validation across transport order creation, routing, shipment consolidation, carrier integration and delivery confirmation.\nYou’ll have:\nKnowledge of aviation regulatory requirements, dangerous goods handling and safety-sensitive logistics is highly regarded.\nStrong operational knowledge of transport, freight forwarding, distribution, route planning and carrier management within a complex supply chain.\nDemonstrated experience implementing, testing or supporting a TMS, ideally Manhattan TMS, or comparable enterprise transport technology.\nProven understanding of transport orders, shipment consolidation, carrier integration, freight-cost structures and delivery visibility.\nAbility to translate transport requirements into workflows, test scenarios, training content and practical go-live plans.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret operational data and improve service or cost outcomes.\nDemonstrated ability to lead change, manage ambiguity and influence internal stakeholders and external freight providers.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities autonomously.\nWhy Qantas?\nYou’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. 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Your development is a priority, supported by on-the-job learning, coaching and formal development opportunities.\nThe Qantas employee benefits program offers benefits that extend well beyond travel:\n\nWe love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, for you, your family and friends, plus exclusive accommodation and holiday offers.\n\nWe have flexible leave options: Access flexible working and leave options, including 18 weeks paid parental leave, superannuation on paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns one, and purchased leave for eligible employees.\n\nWe’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Enjoy discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment, along with eligible salary packaging options.\n\nWe’ll support your wellbeing: Access wellbeing resources designed to support your physical and mental health.\nQantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us at the time of application. 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