Team Leader

An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia's high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, patients and students healthy, safe and productive by providing products. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate 1% of total revenue to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation.

About The Role

The Team Leader will lead, direct and coordinate all functions within the assigned area of Production within our distribution centre to ensure and improve the performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of Logistics.

The Team Leader will also ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the building, stock and plan the arrangement of goods within the warehouse and ensure the teamwork withing the framework of the COS Values.

Span of working hours range from 9:00am-6:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate store personnel and teams to ensure efficient picking, packing, and order fulfillment across distribution centre zones.
• Manage department operations and policies to maintain warehouse standards, quality control, and meet performance targets.
• Oversee maintenance and use of equipment and technology in the department, including automation systems, MHE, and warehouse management tools
• MHE
• RF Guns
• PDA Equipment
  Desktop PC's and Monitors
• Using space and mechanical handling equipment efficiently and make sure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are met
• Relevant packing and or strapping of goods
• Waste Management – sorting and recycling
• Recommend investments and coordinate operations to enhance efficiency, safety, environmental goals, and meet quality and budget targets.
• Assist DC Leader with labour planning, including recruitment and training, establishing work schedules, monitor and evaluate team performance, and coaching and guiding your team
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure inbound flow is achieved
• Ensure compliance with warehousing, handling, and shipping regulations by staying updated on relevant legislation and advising management on necessary actions.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and hygienic work environment by enforcing health and safety standards and monitoring security protocols for proper storage of sensitive items

About You

• Qualifications in Business Admin, Warehousing and Logistics preferred but not essential.
• Understanding on LEAN concepts
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience of:
• Safety 1st Culture
• Working in an Automated warehousing environment
• Planning of workflow
• People management principles and practices
• Information technology skills including but not limited to warehouse management systems
• Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
• Valid Forklift Licence - Counterbalance experience desirable but not essential

Benefits of working with COS

• Flexible hybrid workplace
• Annual employee incentive schemes
• Generous Reward and Recognition programs
• Commitment to professional development with ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Access to free Mental Health programs
• Convenient location with free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on full product range
• Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives
• Novated Lease / Salary Sacrifice for electric vehicles available

More about COS

When you join COS, you'll be working for a growing, socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people, who live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Service Excellence, Self-Reflective, and Family. Together, we work towards finding new and original ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive.

Through the success of our business, COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded, allocating 1% of annual revenue to the foundation each year.

Founded in 1977, COS is the largest Australian owned and operated national office products business. With over 750 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we're ready to welcome you onboard

How to Apply

Please follow the instructions on the application page regarding your Work History, Education and Qualifications. You can include a Cover letter and Resume to give us an overview of your previous relevant experience.

COS can offer you not just a job but a career.

If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you