Strategic Inbound Logistics Specialist

Woolworths Group Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

Sonder wellbeing app access

Job summary

Woolworths Group in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking a Logistics/Inbound Operations coordinator to manage supplier/purchase order scheduling into the distribution network. You will slot PO’s into DCs, improve inbound flow, and resolve issues like ferry cancellations or rail closures, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal stock levels.

You’ll partner with Primary Connect, 3PLs, and commercial teams in a hybrid role, balancing office and remote work, with a focus on cross-functional

Qualifications

• What you'll bring: strong relationship management, stakeholder negotiation, detail orientation, independent decision making, problem solving, positive attitude, numerical reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier/purchase order scheduling into the DC network for maximum efficiency and availability.
• Slot purchase orders into DCs at appropriate times.
• Identify and resolve inbound issues (e.g., ferry cancellations, rail closures).
• Negotiate changes to DC operations to resolve constraints.
• Build collaborative relationships with Primary Connect, 3PLs, Supply Planning and Commercial teams.
• Manage storage levels at DCs & 3PLs to optimise cost and avoid overfill.
• Monitor container arrivals and prioritise container unpacking with 3PL, DCs and stakeholders.
• Ensure on-time delivery of Inter Warehouse Transfers (IWTs) and resolve any losses in transit.
• Manage stock movement for major events into DC and Store network; plan drop dates with DCs/store ops.
• Assist with allocations to optimise sales while minimising end-of-season markdown.
• Facilitate allocation of non-standard articles into store network.

Job description

Woolworths Group in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking a Logistics/Inbound Operations coordinator to manage supplier/purchase order scheduling into the distribution network. You will slot PO’s into DCs, improve inbound flow, and resolve issues like ferry cancellations or rail closures, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal stock levels.

You’ll partner with Primary Connect, 3PLs, and commercial teams in a hybrid role, balancing office and remote work, with a focus on cross-functional