Inbound Logistics Navigator: DC Ops & IWT Lead

Woolworths Group Limited; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Wellbeing programs through Sonder app

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

Competitive leave policy

Job summary

Woolworths Group Limited seeks an experienced operations professional to optimise inbound and distribution centre activities. You will coordinate supplier scheduling, slot orders, and manage stock movements across the DC network to support on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

You will build cross-functional relationships with 3PLs, planning teams, and commercial groups, addressing disruptions and driving continuous improvements in flow and allocation strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong relationship management with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to negotiate and influence outcomes with diverse partners.
• Detail oriented with analytical problem solving to meet business needs.
• Proactive, positive, and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Set up supplier/purchase order scheduling into the distribution network for efficiency.
• Slot purchase orders into DCs and optimize inbound operations throughout the day and week.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting inbound, including carrier disruptions and constraints.
• Coordinate with 3PLs, DCs, and internal teams to optimize storage and costs.
• Monitor container arrivals and prioritise unpacking with stakeholders.
• Manage stock movement for major events and assist with allocations to maximise sales.

Skills

Relationship management

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Numerical reasoning

Job description

Woolworths Group Limited seeks an experienced operations professional to optimise inbound and distribution centre activities. You will coordinate supplier scheduling, slot orders, and manage stock movements across the DC network to support on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

You will build cross-functional relationships with 3PLs, planning teams, and commercial groups, addressing disruptions and driving continuous improvements in flow and allocation strategies.