At **DB Schenker**, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 75,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Together as one team, we are **Here to Move**.
Are you ready to level-up your career in logistics with a globally recognised leader in the industry? We are on the hunt for an experienced Warehouse and Transport Manager to join our close-knit Airfreight team based in Alexandria.
**What you will be responsible for?**
- Lead the warehouse operations team in the day-to-day operations of the facility ensuring that customer service levels are met on a consistent basis
- Manage and motivate a team of hardworking warehouse staff to achieve high levels of productivity
- Ensure that import and export cargo is delivered within key timeframes
- Ensure that the facility and all equipment is fully maintained and workable, with a contingency plan in place for any breakdowns
- Oversee the training of team members on all aspects of client requirements and standard operating procedures
- Report on the profitability of the warehouse taking into account warehouse space utilised, volumes and labour requirements
- Ensure the highest levels of health and safety are maintained at all times
**What Are We Looking For?**
- 4+ years experience in a warehouse management role, ideally in a Freight Forwarding or 3PL environment
- Previous experience in managing a medium-sized warehouse team, including rostering and leave management
- Strong business acumen and understanding of client management and profitability; with experience managing productivity and presenting out on results
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, and the proven ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation, including previous experience managing in a unionised environment
- An analytical mindset and experience in root cause analysis in order to make continuous improvements to the operation
- A safety-focused mindset, always making sure that work, health and safety is the top priority
**Benefits**:
- Being part of DB Schenker means you and your family can take advantage of special discounts on a wide range of Computer & Electronic products and services with Apple, Dell, Samsung & LG.
- Novated Leasing is an Employee Benefit designed for Employees of Schenker Australia to buy and own a motor vehicle under a leasing agreement with FleetPartners, our preferred Novated Leasing provider.