Distribution Centre Leader — Multi-Shift Ops & Safety

Vertali APAC Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on WWG brands (Hard Yakka

Wesfarmers discount for other brands

Wellbeing Thrive program

Learning & development hub

Job summary

Workwear Group is seeking a senior logistics leader to take ownership of the Melbourne Airport Distribution Centre, driving safety, service levels and cost outcomes.

Reporting to the General Manager, Supply & Distribution, you will lead a multi-shift team, advance DIFOT performance, and collaborate with Transport, Inventory, Planning, Customer Service, Technology and Supply teams to achieve objectives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in distribution, warehousing, logistics or supply chain operations.
• Experience leading leaders within a multi-shift operational environment.
• Strong exposure to workforce planning, productivity improvement and budget management.
• Experience managing safety, quality and operational performance metrics.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Continuous improvement mindset supported by strong problem-solving and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operation of the Melbourne Airport Distribution Centre across inbound, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, dispatch and administration.
• Develop, coach and lead four direct reports while fostering a high-performance, accountable culture.
• Drive site performance through DIFOT, TRIFFOR and other KPIs, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with health, safety and wellbeing requirements and relevant legislation.
• Manage workforce planning, labour allocation and operational capacity to meet changing customer demand.
• Deliver productivity, quality and inventory accuracy improvements while optimising labour and operating costs.
• Oversee facilities, equipment and material-handling assets to ensure a safe, compliant and efficient operation.
• Manage contractor, maintenance and service-provider relationships to support uninterrupted site operations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder influence

Data-driven decisions

Continuous improvement

Education

Qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or related discipline

Job description

Workwear Group is seeking a senior logistics leader to take ownership of the Melbourne Airport Distribution Centre, driving safety, service levels and cost outcomes.

Reporting to the General Manager, Supply & Distribution, you will lead a multi-shift team, advance DIFOT performance, and collaborate with Transport, Inventory, Planning, Customer Service, Technology and Supply teams to achieve objectives.