State Warehouse Manager - Metro Operations QLD
Job no: 40002762
Work type: Full Time
Location: Brisbane - South
Exciting opportunity to join our QLD warehouse operations as the State Warehouse Manager in a dynamic and growing business!
- Exciting and challenging leadership position within Warehousing
- Enjoy a passionate and high functioning team environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities available
Visy is powering the circular economy, by providing sustainable, digitally advanced supply chain solutions. We combine our substantial volume, footprint and infrastructure – rooted in our 75 years of manufacturing experience, to provide customised logistics solutions to the industrial, beverage and consumer goods sectors. Offering a range of logistics services from warehousing, contract logistics, linehaul, intermodal transport, global freight forwarding and bulk logistics, we do logistics differently.
Reporting to the State Logistics Manager, we are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Warehouse Manager to lead day to day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Distribution and Warehouse Operations ideally within the FMCG space, Inventory Management, Planning, and People Leadership.
Based at our Crestmead site, you will thrive in a hands-on environment, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as the broader Visy Logistics team. As a seasoned warehouse manager, you understand the critical importance of performing distribution activities safely, while ensuring that people and equipment are utilised efficiently. If you're a forward-thinking leader who thrives on driving change and developing people, this is your chance to be part of something big.
What You Will do:
- Oversee day to day warehouse operating including receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods
- Lead safe and efficient warehouse operations in accordance with OH&S and company practices
- Drive proactive planning, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency
- Manage inventory to maximise warehouse capacity and utilisation
- Maintain high service levels and respond promptly to customer issues to minimise downtime
- Monitor and report on KPI's, labour usage, performance gaps and continuous improvement
- Support P&L, budgeting processes and contribute to effective cost control
- Identify opportunities to grow the business to driver financial performance
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
What You Will Bring:
- 3–5+ years of proven experience in Warehouse and Distribution Management – essential
- Previous experience in the FMCG sector – highly desirable
- Exceptional knowledge and understanding of OHS and best practice requirements
- Hands-on experience with systems such as SAP, WMS, and TMS – highly regarded
- Passion for bringing out the best in team members and providing pathways for growth
- High level of organizational and time management demonstrating an ability to meet timelines
- Continuous improvement mindset to proactively problem solving with a solution focused approach
What you’ll love when you join us:
- Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company
You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
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Applications close: E. Australia Standard Time
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