Inbound Logistics Specialist — DC & Stock Flow

Woolworths Group New Zealand; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts

Sonder wellbeing app

Flexible leave policy

Job summary

Woolworths Group New Zealand is seeking a logistics professional to manage supplier/purchase order scheduling into the DC network, optimise inbound operations, and coordinate with 3PLs and internal teams. You will monitor container arrivals, resolve disruptions, and ensure timely transfers across the store network.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, relationship management, and proactive problem solving within a hybrid work model in Auckland.

Qualifications

• Superior relationship management with peers and stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience negotiating with stakeholders to achieve objectives.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to make independent decisions.
• Positive attitude and desire to understand root causes of situations.
• Strong numerical reasoning and ability to identify issues and take remedial actions.

Responsibilities

• Manage setup of supplier/purchase order scheduling into the distribution centre network for efficiency and availability.
• Slot purchase orders into DCs at appropriate times and improve inbound flow.
• Identify and resolve inbound disruptions (e.g., ferry or rail issues) and negotiate DC changes.
• Collaborate with Primary Connect, 3PLs, Supply Planning and Commercial teams to optimise stock levels.
• Monitor container arrivals and prioritise container unpacking with 3PLs, DCs, and stakeholders.
• Ensure on-time Inter-Warehouse Transfers (IWTs) and investigate losses in transit.

Skills

Relationship management

Negotiation experience

Detail orientation

Positive attitude

Numerical reasoning

Job description

Woolworths Group New Zealand is seeking a logistics professional to manage supplier/purchase order scheduling into the DC network, optimise inbound operations, and coordinate with 3PLs and internal teams. You will monitor container arrivals, resolve disruptions, and ensure timely transfers across the store network.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, relationship management, and proactive problem solving within a hybrid work model in Auckland.