ABOUT THE COMPANY Our client is a leading importer and distributor in the FMCG space. An innovative organisation with extensive year-on-year growth and exciting career advancement opportunities. With a national profile, our client is a leader in the food and beverage space. ABOUT THE ROLE Working in the Melbourne Distribution Centre and reporting to the DC Manager, the position will focus on day-to-day warehouse outbound operations. The Despatch Manager will work closely with the warehouse staff to ensure all aspects of outbound operations are actioned. The position is more than a standard outbound position; it is an autonomous position with a range of responsibility. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated exposure to managing outbound pick management, ensuring compliance on packing orders (including food), organising high-volume delivery runs, optimising routes and leading staff. We have 2 shifts available, 4am - 12pm and 10am - 6pm. DUTIES • Lead a team of 5 warehouse and 13 drivers, a hands-on position leading from the front • Ensure order picking is accurate and stock levels are correct using Odoo • Ensure load and driver optimisation is monitored and updated through Solbox • Work closely with the warehouse leaders on WHS, process improvement and SOP management • Manage staffing levels, training and compliance SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • Demonstrated experience in outbound Warehouse management (FMCG sector exposure desirable) • Demonstrated experience managing a fleet / high volume of deliveries • Exposure to working with production, planning or manufacturing teams with stock projections • Experience in cross-training, upskilling and mentoring large teams • Previous experience managing WHS and ensuing HSE is current and implemented COMPANY CULTURE A global company with a robust systems process committed to creating quality products in their vertical. This growing organisation will reward successful and motivated operators with progression opportunities. BENEFITS • Work with a strong, reputable brand that is a market leader in their space • Drive a positive culture, support the development of processes and future plans within the warehouse operations • Opportunity to grow within the business ABOUT US Veritas Recruitment recruits across multiple verticals with industry-specific recruiters servicing a range of clients. Our divisions include Freight & Logistics, Senior Accounting & Finance, Accounting Support, Business Support and Technical & Operational positions. To find out more about Veritas and our team, visit www.veritasrecruitment.com.au THE CONSULTANT Marc Aloisio specialises in recruiting within the Freight & Logistics space, working on a range of positions across the industry. APPLY ONLINE Please click the appropriate link and send your resume in WORD format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Marc Aloisio on 0412 634 437.