Operations Manager - Distribution Centre

Position Snapshot

Location: Arndell Park, Sydney
Duration: Full time, Permanent
5+ years’ experience in a similar role

Position Summary

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

We're looking for a proactive and motivated Operations Manager to join and lead the team at our Western Sydney Distribution Centre in Arndell Park. This role will ensure the delivery of warehousing services at an optimal cost, safely and in line with business requirements.

A day in the life…

Reporting to the Distribution Centre Manager and focusing on meeting target values for warehousing service and cost KPIs, other key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure a structured continuous improvement approach based on the application of Tools and the implementation of Best Practices.


• Implement, monitor and manage Safety, Health and Environment, Quality and CARE regulations and Best Practices.


• Manage the Shift Managers to ensure successful output of DC Operations through coaching, mentoring and issue resolution.


• Meet customer requirements and deal with any unexpected Supply Chain disruptions.


• Adapt to changes in the logistics and/or market environment.


• Influence Distribution Management and Customer Service to continuously improve service and cost.


• Collaboration with Customers and other functional departments (customer service, transportation, factories) to ensure freshness and avoidance of bad goods.


• Select the right people, constantly engage, motivate and manage the team.


• Manage any shopfloor issues through proactive communication and consultation with unionized workforce.


• Support and help LEAN roll out, ensuring that a continuous improvement culture is developed and sustained.


• Ensure that an EMS / OHS is established, implemented, and maintained in accordance with the ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001.

What will make you successful

• Joining a collaborative team of specialists, you will be a strong leader with a drive to deliver quality outcomes with efficiency and with a passion for continuous process improvement.


• Degree qualification in Business/Supply Chain/Finance/Logistics/Engineering /Science/Food technology or a related field of study.


• Experience in Warehouse Operational Supervision/Management, including Operational Planning and working with Unionized workforce.


• Strong Leadership experience - Listen/Coach and support key team members and personnel.


• Effective use of data gathering and Analysis tools. Review of data and execution of performance improvement.


• Continuous Improvement mentality, strategies and passion to always deliver best possible service.


• Ability to influence, negotiate and facilitate change.


• Ability to work efficiently, manage time and prioritize workload.


• Ability to work autonomously, within a team environment and with all levels of seniority.


• You will be able to confidently communicate with corporate, DC/ supply chain and external stakeholders.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights 

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

Please note that this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline at our discretion, so we encourage early applications.

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support


• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts.


• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program


• Paid parental and partner leave.


• Purchase Leave Scheme


• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave.


• Discounted Nestlé products

Our Story

• Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.


• Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at Careers at Nestlé Australia | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.


• For more information please visit our website Nestlé Australia Home | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) or Our LinkedIn page http://www.linkedin.com/company/nestle-s-a-

Apply today!