Operations Manager

**Be part of a national operation with a friendly and supportive work environment**:

- ** Join a dynamic team focused on its people, customer service and growth**:

- ** Work for a Company that has looked after its Employees for 50 years**

**This is a great opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join an established, successful and respected industry leader.**

**About Us...**

Alspec is the market leader in the design and distribution of innovative aluminium systems to the architectural, industrial and home improvement markets - basically anything made out of Aluminium that is in a house, apartment, commercial property or fabricated product and have been doing so since 1974.

So make the next door you walk through an Alspec door

We currently have 14 locations throughout Australia, employing over 700 employees. This allows us to offer you excellent career opportunities.

**About the Role...**

We are looking for a highly skilled and driven Operations Manager to manage the overall performance of our Warehouse and Paintline operations in Sydney.

This role will be critical in ensuring that all activities are planned and organised effectively while fostering a strong leadership approach to managing employees.

The Operations Manager will work in alignment with Alspec's vision, goals, and operational standards to ensure optimal efficiency and continuous improvement within the warehouse.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Champion Alspec’s R.E.S.P.E.C.T values
- Develop and implement strategies to optimise warehouse operations and improve performance.
- Lead, inspire, and manage a team of warehouse staff, ensuring high levels of motivation and performance.
- Oversee the planning and organisation of warehouse activities, including Paintline, inventory management, shipping, and receiving.
- Ensure all operations are aligned with Alspec’s procedures, policies, and operational standards.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure productivity and efficiency.
- Implement best practices for warehouse safety and ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration between warehouse and broader business functions.
- Report regularly on operational performance and areas for improvement to senior management.

**About You: You will bring**
- Proven experience in warehouse operations management, preferably within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a diverse team.
- Excellent organisational and planning abilities, with a focus on achieving operational excellence.
- In-depth understanding of inventory management, logistics, and distribution processes.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
- A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement practices.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing, and 5S within manufacturing.
- Proficient in using warehouse management systems (WMS) and (CRM) and other relevant software.

**Qualifications**:

- A degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field is preferred.
- Extensive experience in warehouse or operations management may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing and must have contactable work references.

**If you are a passionate person who realises the tremendous opportunity that this role offers we want to hear from you, a**pply now