Distribution & Fleet Lead – Deliveries & Service Excellence

Bidvest New Zealand Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bidfood Auckland South is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our transport and distribution operation in Auckland. You’ll oversee daily dispatch, coach a growing team and ensure orders are delivered safely, on time and to the highest standards.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll drive improvements in delivery performance, cost control and safety compliance while working closely with Sales, Customer Service and Warehouse teams to exceed customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing transport, logistics, distribution or supply chain operations.
• Strong leadership, coaching and team development skills.
• Experience overseeing fleet compliance, vehicle maintenance and transport performance.
• A sound understanding of Health & Safety and operational compliance requirements.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to customer service and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading daily transport and dispatch operations.
• Managing, coaching and developing Drivers, Runners and Dispatch Coordinators.
• Improving delivery efficiency, service levels and transport costs.
• Overseeing fleet maintenance, vehicle safety and compliance.
• Maintaining Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.
• Monitoring performance and implementing practical improvements.
• Working across teams to resolve delivery issues and provide reliable customer service.

Skills

Transport management

Team leadership

Logistics operations

Health & Safety

Job description

Bidfood Auckland South is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our transport and distribution operation in Auckland. You’ll oversee daily dispatch, coach a growing team and ensure orders are delivered safely, on time and to the highest standards.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll drive improvements in delivery performance, cost control and safety compliance while working closely with Sales, Customer Service and Warehouse teams to exceed customer expectations.