Warehouse & Distribution Manager

Overview

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Location: Adelaide, SA, AU

We are seeking a highly capable and driven Warehouse & Distribution Manager to lead our Dry Creek warehouse operations. This role presents a unique opportunity for a seasoned leader to drive cultural transformation, uplift team engagement and deliver operational excellence.

Purpose of the Role

• Lead and coach, building engagement and ownership from the ground up
• Champion a culture of safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement
• Drive cultural and behavioural change to improve team engagement and accountability
• Empower team members through coaching, feedback, and development planning
• Oversee warehouse operations including SAP transactions and manual handling equipment and fleet management
• Collaborate with planning, production and operations teams to meet service levels
• Manage labour costs, rosters, and training to align with budget and operational needs
• Maintain product quality and food safety standards (HACCP, SQF, WQA)
• Deliver on KPIs and performance goals across safety, quality and service

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong leadership experience within a FMCG warehouse environment
• Demonstrated success in leading cultural change and improving team engagement
• Proven ability to coach and empower individuals to achieve their potential
• Deep understanding of safety, compliance and food quality standards
• Exposure and understanding of lean processes and focus on continuous improvement
• Proficiency in SAP will be desirable
• Demonstrated ability to mix professionally and build effective relationships at all levels internally and externally

Why Join Us

At Tip Top Bakeries, we produce an extensive range of wholesome sliced bread, muffins, crumpets, pies, and bakery snacks. Our purpose of 'Everyday Moments of Goodness' represents the lives we touch and the difference we make.

We support our people to learn, grow, and develop throughout their careers with Tip Top Bakeries, foster inclusivity and diversity, and invest in initiatives to enable rewarding careers. Our vision is an organisation where everyone belongs, everyone is valued, and everyone has equal opportunity.

Benefits

• Family-friendly policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave and ongoing superannuation during unpaid parental leave
• Recognition and award programs, including access to our online rewards platform
• Health and wellbeing programs including access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and on-site physiotherapy
• Flexible working options
• Internal trainings and development programs
• Financial support for approved study pathways, traineeships and apprenticeships
• Two paid volunteer days per year as part of our Community Partnerships
• Novated Leasing Options

Start the Conversation

If this role sounds like you and you're eager to learn, grow, and help create everyday moments of goodness, we want to hear from you. To apply please submit your application by clicking the 'apply now' button.

Our Recruitment Process typically includes a brief prearranged telephone or video call, followed by 1-2 interviews in-person or over Zoom/Teams. We're happy to adjust our process to support accessibility needs. Let us know your needs via电话 at (02) 9168 4200 or email ttpeopleservices@gwf.com.au. Please do not call to enquire about this position; the number is for accessibility needs only.

During the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening including a medical (drug & alcohol testing) and a criminal record check.

At Tip Top we strive to create a place where Everyone belongs, Everyone is valued, and Everyone has equal opportunity.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing

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