Distribution Centre Operations Leader

Woolworths Group; Southern Downs Regional; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remuneration package

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

Global career possibilities

Wellbeing programs including Sonder

Descripción de la vacante

Primary Connect, part of Woolworths Group in Australia, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day distribution centre operations, focusing on safety, service, people and value to deliver a world-class supply chain. You will build a high-performing team, manage 3PL partners, drive continuous improvement with Lean/Six Sigma, and collaborate with cross-functional partners across the network.

A strong safety record and experience in FMCG distribution are required.

Formación

• Proven leadership experience in operational leadership and people management within FMCG, distribution, or retail environments.
• Strong safety commitment with knowledge of OH&S and RTW legislation; incident investigation experience.
• Experience implementing change initiatives with a practical understanding of Six Sigma or lean principles.
• Commercial and strategic acumen with planning, prioritisation and KPI/budget management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build partnerships with internal teams, unions and regulators.
• Coaching focus with commitment to mentoring and career development across all levels.
• Desirable credentials in business, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop teams: Coach, mentor, and build a high-performing operations team, fostering a customer-first, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Drive operational excellence: Manage and monitor DC KPIs to ensure on-time, error-free delivery while aligning resources with budgets and forecasts.
• Champion safety and compliance: Enforce safety policies and ensure regulatory compliance, including incident investigations.
• Lead continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to optimise DC processes using lean or Six Sigma principles.
• Manage third-party relationships: Partner with 3PLs, labor hire, and carriers to optimise service levels and costs.
• Collaborate with business partners: Work with Food Group, shift leaders, workforce planning, and unions to align practices across the network.
• Sponsor change and talent: Lead business planning, site-wide engagement and succession planning through talent reviews.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

People management

Safety culture

Continuous improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Budgeting & KPIs

Stakeholder collaboration

Educación

Business / Logistics / Supply chain

Descripción del empleo

Primary Connect, part of Woolworths Group in Australia, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day distribution centre operations, focusing on safety, service, people and value to deliver a world-class supply chain. You will build a high-performing team, manage 3PL partners, drive continuous improvement with Lean/Six Sigma, and collaborate with cross-functional partners across the network.

A strong safety record and experience in FMCG distribution are required.