Senior Warehouse Operations Manager

Placements24

Canterbury

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonuses

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Stable essential role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Warehouse Manager for a Queenstown facility. You will oversee receiving, storage, order fulfillment and shipping, while driving efficient layouts and cost reductions.

Lead and develop a warehouse team, ensure safety compliance and maintain inventory accuracy. A strong candidate has 5+ years in warehouse operations, a related degree, and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred in logistics, supply chain or related field.
Minimum 5 years in warehouse operations with at least 2 years in a supervisory/manager role.
Experience with inventory management systems and WMS software.
Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping.
Develop efficient layouts and workflows to optimize space and throughput.
Manage inventory accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
Lead, train, and schedule warehouse staff to meet workload.
Ensure safety compliance and adherence to company policies.
Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs.