Afternoon Shift Team Leader - Accent Group

Accent Group Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accent Group is seeking an experienced Afternoon Shift Team Leader to join our Distribution Centre in Melbourne. You will lead the afternoon replenishment and forklift team, manage priorities, and ensure stock is moved efficiently while upholding safety standards.

You will oversee pallet handling, coordinate tasks with Fulfilment, Inventory and Operations, and use the WMS to track movements and performance. A hands-on leader with strong communication will thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading forklift operators or warehouse teams in a shift-based environment.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock flow and pick/pack processes.
• Valid forklift licence required.
• Experience using a WMS (warehouse management system).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the afternoon replenishment and forklift team.
• Prioritise replenishment to keep pick locations stocked and minimise downtime.
• Oversee safe movement, storage and consolidation of pallets across the DC.
• Allocate daily tasks based on workload and equipment.
• Monitor team productivity, accuracy and safety.
• Ensure smooth handover to the next shift and clear day-end handover.
• Collaborate with Fulfilment, Inventory and Operations to maintain stock flow.
• Utilise the WMS to manage tasks and track stock movements.
• Escalate stock shortages, equipment issues, or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organised DC ready for the next shift.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Forklift leadership

WMS experience

Strong communication

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Afternoon Shift Team Leader - Accent Group

Join Accent Group one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest retail groups. With 850+ stores, 34 iconic brands and 30+ online platforms, we’re home to some of the world’s most recognised names, including HOKA, Skechers, Dr. Martens, Platypus, Hype DC, Stylerunner, Nude Lucy, Lacoste, Sports Direct and Vans. We’re driven by innovation, passionate about our people and committed to creating exceptional experiences for our customers and teams. Here individuality is celebrated, performance is rewarded and you’ll be empowered to make your mark!

About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Afternoon Shift Team Leader to join our Accent Group Distribution Centre team.

Working Monday to Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm, you’ll lead our afternoon replenishment and forklift team, keeping stock moving, pick faces replenished and the DC ready for the next day.

You’ll be hands-on, organised and confident leading a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with a strong focus on safety, productivity and getting the job done.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and coordinate the afternoon replenishment and forklift team
• Manage replenishment priorities to keep pick locations stocked and minimise picker downtime
• Oversee the safe movement, storage and consolidation of pallets across the DC
• Allocate daily tasks based on workload, priorities, labour and equipment
• Monitor team productivity, accuracy and safety
• Action priorities from the day shift and ensure a clear handover into the next day
• Work closely with Fulfilment, Inventory and Operations teams to keep stock flowing
• Use the WMS to manage replenishment tasks, track stock movements and monitor outstanding work
• Escalate stock shortages, equipment issues, delays and safety concerns
• Ensure the DC is left clean, organised and ready for the next shift
• Support SOPs, process improvements and best-practice ways of working

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a warehouse, replenishment or logistics leadership role
• Experience leading forklift operators or warehouse teams in a shift-based environment
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock flow and pick/pack environments
• Valid forklift licence
• Experience using a WMS
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A hands-on leadership style and the ability to keep a team focused in a fast-paced environment
• A strong commitment to health, safety and warehouse standards
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm

Why Accent Group?

At Accent Group, you’ll be part of the team behind some of the biggest and most recognised footwear and lifestyle brands in Australia and New Zealand.

With great people, big brands and plenty of opportunity to grow, there’s never been a better time to join us.

At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.