Distribution Centre Leader: Drive Ops, Teams & Service

Hydraulink Australia Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Great work culture and team spirit

Free onsite parking

Full training and ongoing support

Job summary

Hydraulink Australia is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our Smithfield Distribution Centre. This is a hands-on role owning a critical operation, driving efficiency, service levels, and cost-effective delivery across Australia.

You will manage day-to-day operations, lead a small team, and collaborate with branches, distributors, and customers to meet performance targets while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing warehouse, distribution centre, or logistics operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small operational team and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and distribution processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Distribution Centre operations; optimise warehouse performance, inventory accuracy and workforce productivity.
• Lead warehouse/distribution activities to support branches, distributors and customers, ensuring high service levels and cost-effective delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet performance standards and end-to-end delivery objectives.
• Manage warehouse reporting and data to support decision-making and performance improvement using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve customer experience and drive business results.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Team motivation

Inventory management

Planning & problem solving

5S/continuous improvement

Tools

Warehouse systems (WMS)

Job description

Hydraulink Australia is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our Smithfield Distribution Centre. This is a hands-on role owning a critical operation, driving efficiency, service levels, and cost-effective delivery across Australia.

You will manage day-to-day operations, lead a small team, and collaborate with branches, distributors, and customers to meet performance targets while maintaining exceptional service standards.