Distribution Centre Manager

Posted: 17/09/2024

Closing Date: 05/10/2024

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: WA Forrestfield

Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport

**Company Description**

Rail to road, dry freight, refrigerated or bulk, SCT Logistics provides Australia’s most efficient and independent freight services. Established in 1974 by Peter Smith, SCT is now a national, multi-modal transport and logistics company. In June 1995 SCT Logistics became the first private rail operator to commence services on the interstate rail network which coincided with the completion of the standardisation of the rail gauge track between the states in Australia.

The SCT Logistics is a rapidly growing company, which prides itself on being a leader in the logistics field. Our objective is to be the leading supply chain partner in the market with a focus on safety, service, quality and sustainability.

**Why SCT?**
At SCT we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture that is built on; Safety, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We understand that our values enable us to better understand and serve our customers, attract top talent (like you) and innovate successfully.
Along with a competitive remuneration package we also offer:

- Development and growth opportunities
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- Top up of government paid parental leave for the first six weeks
- Grandparent Leave
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite car park
- Dress for your day policy

While you will be Employed by SCT, this role will be based in our CUB Distribution Centre.

CUB is one of the most iconic companies in Australia with history dating back to our Cascade Brewery in 1832 and Victoria Brewery in 1854.

They brew some of Australia’s most famous beers, including Victoria Bitter, Carlton Draught, Great Northern, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, and Crown Lager, as well as craft beers including Balter, 4 Pines and Pirate Life. Our stable of brands also includes global and premium beers such as Corona, Budweiser and Hoegaarden.

The Distribution Centre Manager is responsible for the successful, efficient, safe, and profitable management of the Asahi warehouse and account in its entirety.

The role will include formulating strategy, managing performance, ensuring compliance, driving a team mentality and standards-based environment, whilst always promoting our company values. This role will play an integral part in the success of the Perth branch and retaining the long-term partnership SCT has had with Asahi.

**Work Health & Safety**
- Ensure compliance with all SCT/Asahi Company policies and procedures.
- Create & drive a culture committed to injury prevention, WHS & Environmental compliance.
- End to end management of all property maintenance related to the facility.
- Ensure team are trained and competent in making the appropriate decisions surrounding injury management and RTW plans, to reduce overall claim and cost impact on the business.
- Set challenging yet realistic goals on yearly WH&S targets for LTI’s, LTIFR, MTI’s, MTIFR, and Incident Reporting and Investigation Compliance, that support and are in line with both State and National targets.
- Create robust and sustainable processes to ensure compliance with all site security requirements.
- Ensure all 3rd party operators and contractors are appropriately inducted.

**Customer Service/Account Management**
- Lead and develop a team that is customer centric and values the importance of exceptional internal and external customer service.
- Ensure operational processes and standards are sound to support the safe and efficient handling of SCT customer’s freight.
- Create & present structured weekly KPI meetings for SCT State Manager, SCT State Financial Controller, and Asahi State Logistics Manager.
- Ensure processes and relationships are strong with other SCT states to provide the best possible service to Asahi.
- Ensure all relevant data is recorded and maintained each week to ensure best practice and outcome for both SCT and Asahi alike.

**Quality & Continuous Improvement**
- Create & drive a standard and disciplined based team and culture.
- Able to work with unions and company delegates and support the State Manager on negotiating new Enterprise Agreements.
- Ensure all Asahi operational and customer-based processes are followed with 100% compliance.
- Ensure the warehouse (blue collar) employees performance is maintained and reviewed, continuously striving for individual and team improvement.

**Operating margins & productivity**
- Continuously review and challenge operating, expense, and ops admin costs to ensure control and targets are maintained.
- Create, review, and instill robust and sustainable processes that support our employees, drive efficiencies, and improve operating margins.
- Regularly review contractor services and costs to ensure optimum service a