Logistics Planning Manager

6 days ago


Canning Vale, Australia Metcash Full time

**Joining the Metcash Family**

At Metcash, you’re _part of something bigger_. You have all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support.

Being part of something bigger means you’re part of a strong purpose, where the work you do makes a big difference to independent business and local communities. It opens a sea of opportunities to develop yourself, grow your career, thrive your way and make your mark. And you’ll be part of our high performing team, where you reap the rewards of our collective success now and into the future.

**About the Opportunity**

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for logistics and operational excellence? We’re looking for a **Logistics Planning Manager** to drive seamless coordination, cost efficiency, and top-tier service within our Distribution Centre.

As the **Logistics Planning Manager**, you’ll play a pivotal role in aligning inventory operations, workforce planning, transport, and automation to ensure optimal cost and service outcomes. You will lead end-to-end logistics planning, ensuring seamless execution from order processing to final delivery.

**In this Role**
- Develop and maintain operational plans integrating labour, transport, inventory, and warehouse capacity to optimize cost and efficiency.
- Oversee resource planning, talent acquisition, training, and workforce forecasting to ensure smooth operations.
- Ensure stock accuracy, optimize warehouse layout, and align transport schedules for on-time delivery.
- Identify and implement automation, process enhancements, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Monitor KPIs, analyze operational data, and provide insights to senior leadership for strategic decision-making.
- Ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment, mitigate service risks, and champion a culture of service excellence.
- Foster a strong safety culture, adhere to regulatory requirements, and drive employee engagement in safety practices.

**You’re Likely a Match If**
- Experience in logistics planning, workforce management, and supply chain operations.
- Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), inventory control, and transport coordination.
- Ability to influence, engage, and collaborate across teams and leadership levels.
- A drive to innovate, optimize processes, and enhance overall efficiency.
- Ability to analyze data, anticipate risks, and implement effective solutions.
- Understanding of OHS, HACCP, chain of responsibility, and relevant logistics legislation.

**Life at Metcash**

Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace

Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.

Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.

An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.

12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.

Proudly awarded the “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion”.

Recognized as the 75th in the "Equileap Top 100" globally for initiatives on gender equity.
- ️A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2023-2024

Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia.

Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”.

**About Us**

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with revenue exceeding $18 billion in FY24. We’re also an ASX top 100 listed company.

We believe that it is absolutely vital to Australia that there is a sustainable, independent, family-owned business sector. Independent retailers support their local communities. We help them to be the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support across our food, liquor and hardware pillars.

**_Join us and become part of something bigger_**

**_#INFLA_**
**_#LI-SS1_


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