Warehouse & Distribution Manager

2 days ago

Dandenong, Australia Transcend Managed Services Full time

Well Established Premium Product
- Clean and Safe Working Environment
- Competitive Salary and Benefits

**Warehouse & Distribution Manager - Dandenong South**
Are you a strategic and results-driven Warehouse & Distribution Manager looking to make a lasting impact in the Australian building industry? Join Australia’s leading processor and distributor of steel products in this pivotal leadership role, driving operational excellence, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

**About the Company**: This family-owned Australian business has been an industry leader for over 50 years, delivering premium products and service to the commercial and domestic building markets. The company is expanding rapidly and seeking a proactive leader to enhance its warehouse and distribution operations.

**About the Role**: Reporting directly to the State Manager, you will lead the warehouse and distribution teams to optimize workflow, improve productivity, and ensure seamless operations. You will play a key role in strategic planning, workforce management, and enhancing distribution efficiency while upholding the highest standards of safety and customer service.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Strategic Leadership & Operational Efficiency**: Develop and implement distribution strategies to maximize productivity, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
- **Warehouse & Distribution Management**: Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring timely order fulfillment, stock accuracy, and adherence to safety regulations.
- **Staff Development & Team Leadership**: Recruit, train, and mentor warehouse and logistics personnel, fostering a high-performance culture. Ability to lead daily, weekly and monthly meetings with team is a must-have.
- **Process Improvement**: Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodologies such as Kanban to optimize workflow and minimize waste.
- **Customer-Focused Distribution**: Ensure timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- **Safety & Compliance**: Champion workplace safety, ensuring compliance with WHS regulations and company policies.
- **Collaboration & Communication**: Work closely with operations, production, and sales teams to align warehouse and distribution goals with broader business objectives.
- **Budget & Cost Control**: Manage staffing and resource allocation within budget while identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- **Stock Control & Inventory Management**: Oversee stocktakes and inventory processes to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

**About You**:

- Proven experience in warehouse, distribution, and logistics management.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with a focus on staff development.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanning, and MS Office (Excel & Word essential).
- Experience in implementing and managing lean manufacturing principles such as Kanban.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A results-driven mindset with a passion for operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

**What’s on Offer**:

- Competitive salary package
- A dynamic leadership role within a growing, industry-leading company.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- A supportive team environment

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