Warehouse Manager

AWF New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AWF New Zealand in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead our warehouse and yard operations. You will oversee a team of supervisors and staff, ensuring freight is managed safely, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations.

This hands-on role emphasizes accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across the site. Reporting to the Branch Manager, you’ll drive performance, safety, and stakeholder collaboration while shaping a capable,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Warehouse Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience in warehousing, logistics, transport or FMCG environments.
• MPI compliance knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams to meet objectives.
• Plan loading/unloading to meet service schedules and customer needs.
• Oversee warehouse and yard operations for efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure freight is receipted, stored, documented, and dispatched.
• Maintain health and safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage recruitment, training, performance, and workforce planning.
• Monitor equipment, facilities, and maintenance needs.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practices.
• Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Health & safety

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Are you an experienced warehouse leader looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking a motivated and proven Warehouse Manager to join a leading New Zealand logistics operation based in Christchurch. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing warehouse and yard operations, ensuring freight is managed safely, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations. You'll lead a team of supervisors and warehouse staff while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Branch Manager, this is a key leadership position within a busy and growing logistics operation, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on performance, culture, and customer outcomes. You'll be responsible for leading warehouse and yard operations, ensuring freight is managed safely, efficiently, and in line with operational and customer expectations, while supporting the ongoing development of a capable and engaged team. This role is well suited to a proactive leader who enjoys taking ownership, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving high standards across all aspects of the operation. Working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, you'll play an important part in maintaining operational excellence and supporting the continued success of the Christchurch branch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams to achieve operational and customer service objectives.
• Plan and coordinate loading and unloading activities to meet service schedules and customer requirements.
• Oversee warehouse and yard operations to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure freight is accurately receipted, stored, documented, and dispatched.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage recruitment, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Monitor equipment, facilities, and maintenance requirements across the site.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices.
• Build strong relationships with customers, internal stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.

About You:

• Proven experience in a Warehouse Manager or similar operational leadership position.
• Experience within warehousing, logistics, transport, or FMCG environments.
• MPI experience and a sound understanding of MPI compliance requirements (essential).
• Strong leadership, coaching, and performance management capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Forklift certification (preferred).
• Facilities or site management experience (advantageous).
• Transport licences or leadership qualifications (beneficial but not essential).

What's in it for You:

• Competitive remuneration package plus access to a comprehensive employee benefits programme.
• Senior leadership role with genuine autonomy to influence operational performance and culture.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a well-established and growing New Zealand business.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected organisation where your leadership will directly impact operational success. You'll be supported by a business that values safety, service excellence, team development, and continuous improvement. If you're a hands-on Warehouse Manager with strong operational expertise and MPI experience, we'd love to hear from you.

To be considered for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, or resident.

Please note: All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and Ministry of Justice (MOJ) check.