DC/Warehouse Manager

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Make your mark in this exciting role for a Leading Australian Manufacturer undergoing rapid, significant organisational growth and change.

· Work with a leading Australian Manufacturer

· Full time, permanent opportunity

Southcott is a major supplier of turnkey hydraulic solutions and is the largest manufacturer of hydraulic couplings and adaptors in Australia. We have built a reputation for deep manufacturing capability and quality in all aspects of our operations to meet the demands of Australian industry. Founded in 1886, we believe our relentless ambition, customer centricity and focus on people have contributed significantly to our success to date.

We are on an exciting transformational journey to drive significant growth, and to support this, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced DC/Warehouse Manager to lead our Brisbane distribution centre operations.

Your Role:

Reporting to the National Fulfillment Manager, you'll take charge of the Brisbane DC. Overseeing day-to-day operations across inbound, pick/pack, dispatch, inventory, and team performance. But this isn't just about running a floor. You'll be building culture, driving standards, and tightening up processes in a site that's serious about benchmarking.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations:

o Oversee all daily warehouse functions including unloading, put away, replenishment, pick/pack, dispatch, and transport to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment

o Monitor key metrics (DIFOT, error rates, productivity) and lead daily actions to reach targets

o Drive improvements in layout, flow, and material handling to speed up processing times, reduce touch points, and maximise capacity

o Improve warehouse layout, processes, and systems to boost operational efficiency and compliance

People Management:

o Build and maintain a high performing team culture built on trust, accountability, and clear expectations

o Provide consistence coaching one-on-one development, and hands on training to upskill team members and lift capability

o Own labour planning by flexing the team across functions to meet daily volumes and minimise downtime and over-resourcing

Inventory Control

o Maintain stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and system updates

o Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

o Work closely with sales, workshop, and purchasing teams to meet demand, resolve issues, and support business goals

o Proactively communicate warehouse capacity, constraints, and priorities to ensure alignment across departments and avoid downstream impacts

About You:

5+ years' warehouse/DC management experience (ideally in fast-moving complex environment)

Proven leadership and experience in building high-performing teams

Strong systems knowledge (PRONTO experience ideal)

Forklift and valid driver's licence

Cert III in Warehousing or similar qualifications

Our Key Competencies and Values:

Accountability:Demonstrates responsibility and ownership, creating trust through actions and behaviours.

Communication:Actively listens, uses appreciative inquiry, adapts communication style to the situation, and demonstrates empathy. Can influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

Open-mindedness:Embraces diversity and actively explores alternative options and viewpoints.

Ambition:Bold, driven, and change-agile. Demonstrates resilience, flexibility, and courage.

Respect: Promotes harmonious and productive relationships through courteous behaviour.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals. If you have a strong work ethic and are interested in this exciting new opportunity, please apply via SEEK so you do not miss out on the chance to work with a dynamic team, for an industry leader.

Please note that we will be interviewing suitable candidates as we receive applications, so please don't delay in applying.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have the appropriate working rights for Australia or New Zealand.

No agencies please.

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