Hands-On Warehouse Supervisor: Lead Operations & Inventory

Michael Page; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a market‑leading automotive distributor in Victoria to recruit a hands‑on Warehouse Supervisor/Coordinator. You will lead from the front, coordinate daily warehouse operations, and ensure accuracy across receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch to support wholesale, trade and e‑commerce channels.

You will manage a small team, optimise stock accuracy, and drive continuous improvements using WMS and related systems, while maintaining safety and service

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor, Team Leader or Coordinator position.
• Strong inventory control and stock management experience.
• Comfortable using warehouse systems, scanners and technology.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to lead from the front.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch.
• Lead and support a small warehouse team, including casual staff during peak periods.
• Manage stock accuracy through cycle counts, stocktakes and inventory control processes.
• Allocate daily priorities to meet order deadlines across multiple customer channels.
• Coordinate inbound deliveries, containers and supplier shipments.
• Manage freight bookings and relationships with transport providers.
• Oversee returns, warranty claims and damaged stock processes.
• Maintain warehouse organisation, housekeeping and safety standards.
• Utilise WMS and inventory systems to process transactions accurately.
• Drive process improvements and identify opportunities to increase efficiency.
• Work closely with customer service, purchasing and management teams.

Skills

Warehouse supervision

Inventory control

Warehouse systems proficiency

Prioritization under pressure

Hands-on leadership

Attention to detail

Forklift licence

Distribution/e-commerce/auto sector

Tools

WMS

Inventory systems

Scanners

Job description

Michael Page is partnering with a market‑leading automotive distributor in Victoria to recruit a hands‑on Warehouse Supervisor/Coordinator. You will lead from the front, coordinate daily warehouse operations, and ensure accuracy across receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch to support wholesale, trade and e‑commerce channels.

You will manage a small team, optimise stock accuracy, and drive continuous improvements using WMS and related systems, while maintaining safety and service