At Metcash, you're part of something bigger.
We've got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.
Grow your career with tailored development programs
Thrive your way with flexible work options
Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team
At Metcash Food, we're the power behind local business, proudly supplying over **** independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand.
With a range of trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells/C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.
About The Opportunity
Lead, inspire, and drive operational excellence with Metcash
Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career?
At Metcash, we're looking for a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee our Gepps Cross warehouse operations and play a pivotal role in our South Australian logistics team.
This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing team, champion safety and service, and deliver outstanding results that keep Australia moving.
You'll create a culture of genuine engagement, continuous improvement, and operational excellence – all while aligning with Metcash's vision and values.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love building strong teams, and are passionate about driving best practice, this role is for you.
Join us and make an impact where it matters most
In this Role
Lead and manage warehouse operations to deliver best-in-class performance in safety, service, people development, and cost efficiency
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, implementing initiatives that enhance processes, systems, and team capability
Provide strong leadership to supervisors, ensuring resource utilisation and operational costs remain within budget and aligned to business plans
Plan and execute operational activities and special events in collaboration with key stakeholders to minimise service disruptions and cost impacts
Monitor and report on operational and financial performance, ensuring swift action to address issues and achieve targets
Champion workplace safety, embedding proactive safety behaviours and compliance with WHS, COR, and HACCP standards
Build and develop a high-performing team, fostering engagement, capability growth, and a culture that makes the site a great place to work
Collaborate on annual business planning and budgeting, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring operational expenditure is managed effectively
You're Likely a Match If
Extensive experience in logistics operations within a high-volume, fast-paced environment (10+ years preferred)
Proven ability to lead large teams, including managing and developing teams of 100+ employees
Strong track record in health and safety leadership, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture
Hands-on experience with automated systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); Transport Management Systems (TMS) knowledge is highly desirable
Commercial acumen with demonstrated budget and P&L accountability, driving cost efficiency and operational performance
Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire cultural change while delivering operational excellence
What's On Offer
? Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
?? Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA *********)