Distribution Centre Operations Manager

Job Title: Distribution Centre Operations Manager

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Operations Management professional with extensive experience in managing high-volume, time-critical distribution centres.

As the Distribution Centre Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading the safe, efficient, and high-performing operations of our distribution centres in ANZ. Your primary goal will be to ensure optimal service, quality, and cost-effectiveness while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
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• Lead the recruitment, development, and motivation of staff to improve processes and performance that support strategic objectives.\
• Work closely with the regional and global inventory team to align inventory and S&OP strategies with business goals.\
• Implement effective and efficient inventory management processes and procedures within the DC.\
• Ensure compliance with all legislative and statutory requirements.\
• Develop and deliver market stock strategy, manage inventory health, and support functional decision-making to secure delivery of optimal ROI.\
• Collaborate with regional and global product and supplier management to accelerate the transition of locally sourced inventory.\
• Lead implementation, adherence, and continuous improvement of the execution of S&OP process.\
• Coordinate markets' indirect procurement and assign cost-saving targets.\
• Foster a culture of openness regarding the reporting of unsafe conditions and/or behaviours.\
• Ensure OHS MS is integrated into business processes and achieves intended outcomes.\
• Responsible for ensuring individual requirements set out in the ISO9001 Quality Management standards are maintained within the market.\
• Drive high-performance of DC through effective leadership, direction, and employee engagement.\
• Provide clear leadership and direction to rectify any operational non-conformances.\
• Establish controls and reporting to ensure high performance and provide leadership and direction.\
• Negotiate with carriers in delivery of freight strategy as agreed with Global Freight Manager.\
• Develop positive industrial and employee relations.\
• Maintain strong quality control processes and report non-compliance from internal and external sources.\
• Manage 3rd-party Logistics contract ensuring contract compliance and maintaining of service levels.\
• Arrange for effective consultation and participation of employees, develop and promote culture of health & safety to support outcomes.\
• Take overall responsibility and accountability for prevention of accidents and ill health.\
• Ensure EH&S committee is in place and direct people to contribute, drive EH&S initiatives and Safety Improvement Plan in ANZ.\
• Align inventory and S&OP strategies with regional and global goals to support business growth and customer satisfaction.\
• Deliver efficient and robust processes and procedures within DC.\
• Work across DC network to provide lowest cost and highest practical customer service levels.\
• Develop full-year budgets for labours, overheads, and capital for DC.\
• Formulate plans to respond to business, market, legislative or environmental developments.\
• Establish relationships across business areas and all levels.\
• Build and maintain relationships across business areas and all levels.\
• Communicate effectively both formally and informally with all levels.\
• Influence team members and management across multiple business areas.\
• Persuade, motivate, and influence team members and management across multiple business areas.\
• Experience in use and implementation of Warehouse Management Systems.\
• Demonstrable understanding of change management and working in a continuous improvement environment.\
• Knowledge and experience of the local market parcel carrier sector.\
• Desirable Skills & Experience:\
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  • Knowledge of our external marketplace (customers, competitors & suppliers/carriers).\
  • Experience of working within the Electronics and/or Maintenance distribution industries.\
  • Experience of working in a global business.\
  • Experience of working with SAP.\
  • Education to degree level or equivalent.\
  • Senior management level experience in managing time-critical, high-volume distribution centres.\
  • Strong change management skills, both processes and employee leadership.\
  • Ability to interpret business/supply chain forecasts and establish cost-effective processes in DC.\
  • Ability to communicate effectively both formally and informally with all levels.\
  • Leadership skills to rectify any operational non-conformances.\
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships across business areas and all levels.\
  • Ability to influence team members and management across multiple business areas.\
  • Strong influencing skills to persuade, motivate, and influence team members and management across multiple business areas.\
  • General awareness of good business practices and stakeholder management techniques.\
  • Will have led large teams of people in a time-critical environment.\
  • Experience in the local market parcel carrier sector.\
  • Knowledge and experience of warehouse management systems.\
  • Strong Health and Safety knowledge, experience, and awareness.\
  • Awareness of good business practices and stakeholder management techniques.\
  • Strong influencing skills to persuade, motivate, and influence team members and management across multiple business areas.\
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.\
  • Highly motivated and results-driven individual.\
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.\
  • Results-oriented and proactive approach to work.\
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.\
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.\
  • Strategic thinking and planning skills.\
  • Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment.\
  • Experience in a similar role within the industry.\
  • Professional certifications or diplomas relevant to the role.\
  • Relevant industry experience and qualifications.\\[/
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Benefits:

Our company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and professional development.

As a member of our team, you can expect:

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• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.\
• Comprehensive training and development programs.\
• Competitive salary and benefits package.\
• Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance.\
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance.\
• Opportunities to contribute to and influence company-wide initiatives.\\[/
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About Us:

We are a dynamic and innovative organisation committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding customer expectations. Our mission is to provide world-class logistics and supply chain solutions that exceed our customers' needs and expectations.

Join our team of dedicated professionals and become part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where you can grow your career, share your ideas, and make a real difference.

At [Company Name], we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Are you ready to join a team that shares your values and passion for delivering exceptional results? Do you want to make a real difference in your career and the lives of others?

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with us