Director of Operations

Bring discipline, pace and heart to a national business in motion. 

At Metcash Food, you’re part of something bigger — the power behind local business, supporting over 1,600 independently owned stores across Australia and New Zealand. 

We’re looking for a bold, commercially sharp operations leader to lead the turnaround, integration and performance of our Food Service & Convenience network — including Superior Food Group, Campbells and related entities. 

About the Opportunity 

You’ll lead a national network of approx. 35 sites and 2,000 team members, driving branch-level P&L, operational discipline, customer experience and transformation as the business moves into a more unified Metcash operating model. 

What you’ll do 

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  Lead multi-site operational performance across the FS&C network 

  
  

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  Drive profitability, accountability and consistent operating rhythms 

  
  

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  Integrate teams, processes and ways of working post-acquisition 

  
  

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  Lift safety, compliance, productivity and customer outcomes 

  
  

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  Partner across sales, supply chain and functions to deliver results 

  
  

What you’ll bring 

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  Senior multi-site operations leadership experience 

  
  

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  Strong P&L and commercial acumen 

  
  

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  Turnaround, transformation or integration experience 

  
  

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  Supply chain, distribution, wholesale, retail or food service background 

  
  

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  A clear, values-led leadership style that builds trust and momentum 

  
  

What’s on offer 

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth and belonging: