Distribution Centre Manager
- Manage the day-to-day operations of a distribution facility with over 60 staff.
- Implement initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and improve processes.
- Oversee recruitment and drive team culture and standards.
Job description
Our Client
Troocoo is exclusively partnered with a well-established distribution business, who is looking for an experienced Distribution Centre Manager to help set up and refine the running of a new facility. This is a full time permanent role based in Brisbane’s southern suburbs and is required on site 5 days a week.
The Position
As the direct manager of the facility under the direction of the National manager you will be responsible for the smooth running of the facility with 60 + FTE’s across multiple shifts. You will also be expected to run continuous improvement projects and have excellent inventory management capability in ERP & WMS.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Lead the day to day running of the distribution facility with a team of 60+ staff.
- Develop and implement forward-thinking initiatives to drive operational efficiencies and improve processes
- Lead problem solving and be on call for any safety or emergency issues
- Monitor supplier performance and nurture long-term strategic partnerships.
- Enable recruitment of key new staff whilst driving team culture and standards across the facility
- Drive significant improvements to warehouse layout and inventory flow through
Skills & Experience
- 5- 10 years’ experience as a manager of a distribution centre
- Previous experience setting up and implementing a new DC from Green Field
- Understanding of ERP & WMS (Pronto or SAP is a plus)
- High level of written and verbal communication skills
- Financial acumen, cost control & labour planning expertise
- Excellent attention including stock accuracy, cycle counts & stock stakes
- Experience managing a high number of SKUs
Please note that we are only accepting applications from candidates who are currently based in Australia and hold full working rights.
Apply
Click ‘Apply’ or email your resume and a cover letter to Tobias Brown, Senior Consultant –Supply Chain & Logistics, at ************************.
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