Warehouse Logistics Manager Role Summary
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This role seeks an experienced and hands-on Warehouse Logistics Manager to lead warehousing and distribution operations at a national manufacturer's facility in Palmyra. The successful candidate will have a strong background in logistics and warehousing, ideally within a retail or FMCG environment.
* The role involves day-to-day and strategic management of warehouse and logistics operations, including safety, stock control, team leadership, and distribution efficiency.
* A key focus is overseeing the implementation of a new Warehouse Management System (WMS) to drive performance, visibility, and accuracy.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Minimum 3 years' experience in warehouse/logistics management, ideally in a just-in-time distribution or retail/FMCG setting.
* Demonstrated experience leading WMS implementation or significant warehouse systems upgrades.
* Strong communication and leadership skills with a hands-on, team-focused approach.
* Proven ability to manage budgets, freight costs, and drive operational efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities:
The Warehouse Logistics Manager will be responsible for:
* Managing all warehouse and despatch activities, ensuring safety, hygiene, personnel oversight, and cost control.
* Leading the implementation of a new Warehouse Management System to improve operational efficiency and stock accuracy.
* Overseeing transport and storage logistics, ensuring accurate and timely order fulfilment.
* Designing and improving warehouse systems and processes aligned with business growth.
* Coordinating inbound and outbound freight, including cost monitoring and vehicle utilisation.
* Managing inventory across multiple national sites using FIFO and best practice stock rotation methods.
* Maintaining high standards of inventory accuracy and UBD monitoring.
* Allocating and coordinating workloads among the warehouse team to meet daily requirements.
* Driving performance against supply and delivery KPIs.
* Conducting audits and ensuring compliance with all OH&S and quality standards.
* Providing hands-on support to the team and maintaining flexibility in working hours as needed.
What You'll Bring:
Qualifications in warehousing, logistics, or supply chain are highly desirable, as well as HR and forklift licenses. A must-have is full Australian work rights.
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