Full Time Supply and Distribution Manager

Business Nest; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Nest is seeking a Full Time Supply and Distribution Manager in Australia to plan and coordinate the supply, storage and distribution of a broad range of catering equipment and related goods. The role emphasizes stock availability, timely order fulfilment and close collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.

You will develop replenishment plans based on demand, manage inventory across categories, and oversee warehouse operations to optimise stock levels and costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply, distribution, logistics or inventory management.
• Experience managing inventory, warehousing and distribution activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate supply, storage and distribution of equipment and supplies to ensure stock availability and timely order fulfilment.
• Develop purchasing and replenishment plans based on demand, lead times and inventory needs.
• Manage inventory levels and oversee stock control, receiving, storage and stock movement.
• Coordinate with suppliers on availability, pricing, quantities and delivery schedules; negotiate where needed.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure sourcing aligns with cost, quality and delivery requirements.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

Vendor management

Warehouse operations

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business/Management/Logistics/Commerce

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Full Time Supply and Distribution Manager

Supply and Distribution Manager– Full Time

$90,000 a year + Superannuation

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and coordinate the supply, storage and distribution of AGC’s extensive range of commercial catering equipment, kitchenware, spare parts and hospitality supplies to ensure adequate stock availability and timely order fulfilment.
• Develop and maintain purchasing and replenishment plans based on sales demand, stock movement, supplier lead times and inventory requirements, balancing product availability with inventory holding costs.
• Manage inventory levels across product categories and oversee stock control, reordering, receiving, storage and stock movement processes within AGC’s warehouse operations.
• Coordinate with local and overseas suppliers regarding product availability, pricing, order quantities, quality requirements and delivery schedules, and negotiate supply arrangements where required.
• Monitor supplier performance and purchasing arrangements to ensure products are sourced in accordance with AGC’s cost, quality and delivery requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse storage and inventory systems to support efficient receipt, identification, storage, picking and dispatch of commercial catering equipment and associated products.
• Plan and coordinate outbound distribution and freight arrangements, ensuring customer orders and equipment are dispatched accurately and within required delivery timeframes.
• Maintain and oversee systems and records relating to purchase orders, incoming stock, inventory movements, warehouse transactions, dispatches and deliveries.
• Liaise with AGC’s purchasing, warehouse, sales and customer service teams regarding stock availability, incoming supply, order requirements and delivery priorities to support efficient supply and distribution operations.
• Identify supply, inventory and distribution issues and implement improvements to purchasing, warehouse and delivery processes to reduce delays, stock shortages, excess inventory and unnecessary operating costs.
• Supervise and coordinate relevant warehouse and supply personnel, allocate operational priorities, monitor performance and ensure established inventory, storage and distribution procedures are followed.
• Report to senior management on stock levels, purchasing requirements, supplier performance, supply risks, warehouse operations and distribution performance to support ongoing operational planning.

Skill & Experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Business, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or a related discipline;
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in supply, distribution, logistics, inventory management or a closely related operational role;
• Demonstrated experience managing inventory, stock replenishment, purchasing, warehousing and distribution activities, preferably within an equipment, wholesale or product-based business;
• Experience coordinating with suppliers and managing pricing, purchasing requirements, lead times, product availability and delivery schedules;
• Demonstrated ability to manage stock control and warehouse processes and coordinate the timely receipt, storage and dispatch of goods;
• Experience supervising or coordinating staff involved in warehouse, inventory, supply or distribution operations;
• Strong organisational, commercial and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory/ERP or stock management systems; and
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across suppliers, warehouse personnel, sales teams and management.

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