Job Description
We're working with a fast‐growing industrial distribution business that's been going through consistent growth since 2018. They're looking for an Assistant Warehouse Manager to join their team and help keep things running smoothly across their Warehouse and facilitate their next phase of growth.
The Business: Our client distributes industrial products to local manufacturers and businesses across Australia. They work with some big global brands and have built a reputation for reliable service and quality products.
They're in a genuine growth phase, which means real opportunities for the right person to make their mark and build a career. They have a good team culture and are backed by solid partnerships with leading international manufacturers.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Warehouse Manager, you will lead a team of warehouse operators. This is a hands‐on leadership role, but you will also have the opportunity to make change, lead, and come up with ideas around implementation and efficiency.
What You'll Be Focusing On
* Lead and support the warehouse team day‐to‐day – think training, guidance, and keeping everyone on the same page
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives
* Look for opportunities to improve the warehouse function
* Oversee receiving, picking, packing, and shipping to ensure orders go out accurately and on time
* Handle stock counts, cycle counts, and audits to keep inventory accurate
* Work with the other warehouses around Australia to support their operations and CI initiatives
Qualifications
* At least 3–5+ years in a warehouse Team Leader/Management or a similar role in a busy environment
* Experience using SAP ideally (they use S4 Hana)
* Proven ability to lead and manage a team
* Good at problem‐solving and agile
What Will Make You Stand Out
* Experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, or a similar industry
* Track record of improving processes, being involved in transformation or change
* Down‐to‐earth approach with good people skills
* Proven leadership capability
* Genuinely keen to learn and develop and progress your career
Why Is This a Great Opportunity
* Competitive salary package
* Genuine career progression – they're growing and want to promote from within, the next step would be a more senior warehouse leadership role or a national role
* Stable business with solid backing (projected 30% growth over the next two years)
* Central Southeast Melbourne location (just off the Monash)
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