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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Logistics/Transport
Business
Fletcher Insulation Australia
Job Reference
39438
Posted Date
21-Feb-2025
Closing Date
21-Mar-2025

Description

  • Drive our ongoing customer commitment through your influencing leadership style
  • Excellent Leadership opportunity with great base REM and ongoing & development
  • Be part of our change & growth strategy in our brand-new DC “Opening Soon”
Fletcher Insulation is a leading Australian manufacturer and distributor of insulation products, with iconic brands such as Pink® Batts and Sisalation®. Our products are used extensively in the building industry on residential and commercial projects and are supplied through our specialist customer channels, which include insulation supply and install businesses, commercial contractors, national outlets and retail hardware stores.

We are also well recognised in the building industry for our technical capability, providing expert technical advice to architects, designers, builders and homeowners on the best insulation solutions for their projects. We continually invest in more sustainable manufacturing processes and look to ways of bringing innovative products and services to the Australian market.

About the Role

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new Distribution Centre in Keysborough, Melbourne, and are seeking a passionate and innovative DC Operations Manager to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to be involved from the very beginning, allowing you to shape and recruit your own team. You will play a pivotal role in driving daily operations, ensuring safety, productivity, and continuous improvement through a supportive and collaborative team culture.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our Distribution Centre, managing a dedicated team, and coordinating with transport providers and internal stakeholders. Your leadership will be crucial in maintaining high standards of work, fostering a positive work environment, and achieving our strategic goals. You will ensure compliance with OHS and Chain of Responsibility regulations, manage inventory integrity through regular cycle counts and stocktakes, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity. We are looking for a leader who can bring a confident commercial mindset to their role so they can drive budgets, forecasting and providing monthly commentary on financial performance, while ensuring the efficient use of resources.

Ideal Skills & Attributes
  • Proven background in managing a large distribution centre
  • Passionate about leading teams with a focus on safety, efficiency, and engagement
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and retaining key talent.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
  • Ability to plan and execute inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • A commitment to fostering a safe and healthy workplace, with knowledge of OHS and Chain of Responsibility regulations.
  • Confident in Forklift Operation with a current license
  • Experience in inventory management, including cycle counts and stocktakes, to maintain stock integrity.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to communicate to all levels of teams from operators to leaders
Why Join Our Team
  • 26-Weeks Paid Parental Leave + Additional New Parents Leave
  • Secondary Carer Parental Leave Available – PAID
  • Exclusive Fletcher Insulation Family Perks – Savings for the whole family
  • Fletcher Building are Proud Partners with The Smith Family
  • We are the Innovate Stage of the RAP
  • Full Time onsite role – Monday to Friday
  • Excellent Salary Remuneration
  • Ongoing Internal & External Training
  • Targeted Top Talent Mentoring Groups
  • Opportunity to Collaborate Other Fletcher Building Businesses
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all candidates to apply who are passionate about leading a team, working in a collaborative environment and expanding your already designed leadership skills! 

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