Freight Management System Project Manager

• Lead and manage the design, testing and implementation of a SAAS cloud-based Freight Management System (FMS), as well as operational and management reporting dashboards to support data-driven decision-making
• 12-month, fixed-term full-time position: Salary $135k - $150k+ + salary packaging benefits
• Location flexible with WFH flexibility

Discover life-giving possibilities 

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood. 

About the role 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead the design, testing, and implementation of a SaaS cloud-based Freight Management System (FMS) that will transform how we manage freight across our national network. We require an experienced Project Manager to lead this implementation inorder to streamline freight operations and improve visibility across our national network. This system will simplify consignment creation into a single platform integrated with multiple carriers.

What you’ll do

• Manage end-to-end delivery of a SaaS-based FMS implementation project to national sites
• Collaborate and work closely with vendors, transport suppliers/carriers, technical teams, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration on time, within budget, and aligned with business needs
• Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT) and change management activities
• Design and implement reporting dashboards for operational and strategic insights that drive smarter decisions
• Ensure compliance with project governance and risk management frameworks 

 A critical part of this role will be designing a simplified user journey for a national workforce and ensuring adoption through effective change management. 

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Proven experience delivering SaaS or technology implementation projects, ideally in logistics, supply chain, or transport
• Strong project management expertise with a track record of delivering complex national projects on time and within budget
• Experience in vendor management and stakeholder engagement across diverse teams
• Familiarity with order management systems or freight platforms
• Ability to lead UAT, manage change, and conduct impact assessments (process, technology, people, infrastructure)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to navigate competing priorities
• Experience working in regulated environments is desirable but not essential

This is a 12-month fixed-term full-time opportunity with a hybrid work model rotating between WFH and one of our processing centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth. We are open to candidates from different locations within Australia. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means to you.  

Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing  
We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.

As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to:

• A range of salary packaging benefits including the option to package up to $15,900 of your salary 
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Discounted private health cover with fantastic corporate benefit
• Discounted access to 1,430+ gyms & pools all over Australia
• Employee Assistance Program; Free, 24/7 and confidential health, safety and wellbeing support
• Discounts and benefits with selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants eyewear and more

Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-changing possibilities. 

Next steps

When it comes to recruitment, we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as you're able to. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. 

For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to us on lifebloodcareers@redcrossblood.org.au 

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This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.