Distribution Centre Manager

Hunter Campbell; Howick; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion NZ is moving into a brand-new Distribution Centre and seeks a DC Manager to lead the growth phase. You will establish a performance-driven culture, develop the team across warehouse, inventory and administration, and implement robust systems and processes to support scaling nationwide.

You will partner with Branch Teams, Sales and Health & Safety stakeholders, manage budgets and drive continuous improvement while ensuring NZ H&S compliance.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced DC environment.
• Proven ability to build culture and develop individuals.
• Experience implementing systems, processes and best practice.
• Strong WMS and ERP systems capability.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety leadership.
• Lean/Continuous Improvement experience.
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Build a high-performing, values-led culture across the growing team.
• Coach, develop and grow capability across warehouse, inventory, dispatch and administration.
• Implement fit-for-purpose systems, processes and operating rhythms to support continued scaling.
• Partner closely with Branch Teams, Sales, Product Managers and Health & Safety stakeholders.
• Own DC operating budgets, cost control and site facilities.
• Drive inventory accuracy, cycle counting and stock integrity.
• Benchmark performance against industry best practice, embedding continuous improvement.
• Champion safety leadership and full compliance with NZ H&S legislation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team development

System implementation

WMS/ERP

Stakeholder engagement

Health & Safety leadership

Lean/Continuous Improvement

Supply Chain degree

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

WMS

ERP

Job description

Hunter Campbell – East Tamaki, North Island

About the Company

Motion NZ is a well-established distributor of industrial and engineering products with a long-standing reputation across the New Zealand market, from the top of the North to the bottom of the South. As part of its next chapter, the business has invested in a brand new, purpose-built Distribution Centre which they will be moving to imminently. It’s an exciting time at Motion NZ with a lot of positive change happening and further growth right around the corner.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to step into a brand-new Distribution Centre, as the business moves into it’s next phase of growth. With further expansion on the horizon, the Distribution Centre Manager will get the foundations right, build upon a high-performing culture, develop and grow the team, and implement best-practice systems and processes, all while partnering closely with branch, sales and leadership stakeholders to service distribution nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Build a high-performing, values-led culture across the growing team
• Coach, develop and grow capability across warehouse, inventory, dispatch and administration
• Implement fit-for-purpose systems, processes and operating rhythms to support continued scaling
• Partner closely with Branch Teams, Sales, Product Managers and Health & Safety stakeholders
• Own DC operating budgets, cost control and site facilities
• Drive inventory accuracy, cycle counting and stock integrity
• Benchmark performance against industry best practice, embedding continuous improvement
• Champion safety leadership and full compliance with NZ H&S legislation

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced DC environment with a large number of SKUs
• Track record of building team culture and developing individuals
• Experience implementing systems, processes and best practice
• Strong WMS and ERP systems capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety leadership
• Lean/Continuous Improvement experience
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations (desirable)

What's in it for you

This is a rare chance to take on a key role within a well-established, nationwide business as it enters it's next chapter of growth. With further expansion on the immediate horizon, you'll set the foundations now, shaping the culture, developing your team, and embedding the systems and best practice that support continued scaling. With a competitive package and part of an ambitious company, this is truly a DC leadership opportunity to sink your teeth into.