Commercial Logistics Manager

Devereux Clayton & Partners; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Devereux Clayton & Partners in Auckland is recruiting a senior logistics leader to own the NZ operation, including warehouse activity, shipping, receiving and distribution, and managing 3PL relationships. You’ll monitor KPIs, drive practical improvements, and align with Sales and Supply on demand planning.

You’ll act as a trusted advisor to the Country Manager and NZ commercial team, handling risks, promotions, and supply delays with a calm, solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics, demand planning or end-to-end supply chain.
• Strong experience managing 3PLs and freight partners.
• ERP capability (SAP, Oracle or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage NZ warehouse, shipping, receiving and distribution activity.
• Build strong relationships with freight forwarders, carriers and 3PL partners.
• Monitor KPIs and drive practical improvements.
• Work closely with Sales and Supply teams on storage, handling and demand planning.
• Support forecast accuracy and highlight risks around promotions and NPD.
• Manage inventory considerations, safety stock and supply plans.
• Act as the operational advisor to the Country Manager.
• Keep the NZ commercial team connected to supply realities.

Skills

FMCG logistics experience

End-to-end supply chain

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or similar

Tools

SAP

Oracle

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• Own NZ operations, managing 3PL partners and resolving daily supply issues
• Trusted advisor connecting commercial teams with regional supply and operational realities
• Work alongside the MD supporting all logistics, supply and commercial flow

• Own NZ operations, managing 3PL partners and resolving daily supply issues
• Trusted advisor connecting commercial teams with regional supply and operational realities
• Work alongside the MD supporting all logistics, supply and commercial flow

Overview

We’re working with a major global FMCG business that has created a new role to support their New Zealand operation. This position sits right alongside the Country Manager and commercial team, managing all aspects of logistics, supply chain flow, 3PL performance and day-to-day operational reliability across the NZ market.

It’s a role for someone who’s comfortable getting into the weeds - understanding the detail, spotting issues early, keeping freight moving, and making sure customers get what they need. But equally, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the Country Manager and the key point of contact for the NZ commercial team and the wider regional supply hub. When something goes wrong, you’re the person who can assess the situation, explain what’s happening, and decide whether it needs escalation.

About the Role

You’ll manage the end-to-end logistics operation across New Zealand - warehouse activity, shipping, receiving, distribution, and the relationships with carriers, freight partners and 3PL providers. You’ll keep an eye on KPIs, look for improvements, and make sure the basics run smoothly.

You’ll also support demand planning: nudging the commercial team on forecasting accuracy, coordinating inputs with the regional supply team, and flagging risks around promotions, new products or supply delays. When picks are missed, containers run late or weather disrupts shipping, you’ll be the one who works through the detail and keeps everyone aligned.

This is a newly created role with real ownership. You’ll run the NZ operation day-to-day, with support from a regional customer engagement specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage NZ warehouse, shipping, receiving and distribution activity
• Build strong relationships with freight forwarders, carriers and 3PL partners
• Monitor KPIs and drive practical improvements
• Work closely with Sales and Supply teams on storage, handling and demand planning
• Support forecast accuracy and highlight risks around promotions and NPD
• Manage inventory considerations, safety stock and supply plans
• Act as the operational advisor to the Country Manager
• Keep the NZ commercial team connected to supply realities
• Resolve issues early and elevate only when needed
• Contribute to cost-saving and efficiency initiatives

About You

You’re experienced in FMCG logistics or supply chain and enjoy roles where you can own the detail but still influence the bigger picture. You’re confident managing suppliers, comfortable pushing back when needed, and good at keeping commercial teams grounded in operational reality. You like solving problems, improving processes and keeping things moving.

You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree ideally in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or similar
• 5+ years in logistics, demand planning or end-to-end supply chain
• Strong experience managing 3PLs and freight partners
• ERP capability (SAP, Oracle or similar)
• FMCG background (preferred)
• A practical, calm, solutions-focused approach

What’s on Offer

A senior role with genuine ownership and visibility. You’ll be the go-to person for logistics and supply in New Zealand, working closely with the Country Manager and commercial team, with the chance to broaden into wider supply chain or commercial pathways over time. This is a newly created position with room to shape how the NZ operation runs.