Overview
Narangba (North Brisbane) Head Office, National Company
Growing Wholesale Distribution Business, established 40 years
Live fish and aquarium and pet product distribution
Premier Pet and Bay Fish are one of the pet industry's most innovative and respected wholesalers of live fish as well as pet and aquarium accessories. We have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and action/outcome orientated individual to tackle the operational issues associated with the warehousing and distribution functions of our predominantly import based business of live aquarium fish ***** fish tanks) and pet products warehouses.
To be successful, you will need to demonstrate a track record of organising, leading and performance managing a team in a continuously growing and changing environment. The challenge will be to identify areas for operational improvement and to set deadlines and consistently meet them. This is a hands-on role.
Responsibilities
Working within a team of approximately 30 operational staff in our two warehouses at our Narangba site.
Encouraging a positive culture where you lead by example.
Recommending appropriate training and development of staff to the Operations Manager and Managing Director.
Ensuring a safe workplace is maintained at all times and imposing a zero-tolerance to staff or practices which increase the level of risk in the workplace.
Anticipating workload demand and allocating human resources accordingly.
Prioritising multiple projects in order to meet deadlines, whilst delivering high levels of internal communication.
Ensuring that regular, efficient and accurate stocktakes are performed with minimal disruption to normal business activities.
Assisting in the accurate and timely picking and packing of customer orders.
Delivering increased efficiencies and productivity by driving best practice throughout the warehousing and distribution functions.
Continuously reviewing the processes-flow, systems and warehouse and fishroom layout.
Implementing, monitoring and being accountable for KPI's relating to all aspects of the warehousing and distribution functions (e.g., inventory levels, fill rates, pick/pack rates etc).
We are open to considering applicants without some of this experience but ready for a change and willing to put the effort in. This is a hands-on role.
Always approachable, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, affording you the ability to both delegate and give direction with authority knowing the job will get done. The successful candidate will need to bring a level of professionalism and the associated systems, processes and controls that are required in our growing business. This is an opportunity to take ownership, get results, and make your mark in our company.
Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications
Warehouse inventory layout experience.
Proven inventory management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and inventory management software.
Managing all functions of a warehouse that houses in excess of ***** lines.
Experience operating a forklift and a valid Forklift License.
A Workplace Health and Safety Officer Qualification (highly regarded).
Application
Please submit through SEEK a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for the role by December 21, ****.
A generous package is on offer for the successful candidate commensurate with the role and experience.
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