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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Supply Chain/Procurement
Business
Iplex NZ
Location
Manawatu-Whanganui
Job Reference
40672
Posted Date
17-Jun-2025
Closing Date
16-Jul-2025

Description

We are team Iplex - we’re over 200 people strong and we’re highly passionate about delivering plastic pipeline systems in New Zealand as we work to become NZ’s leader of plastic building materials.  We have team members working in manufacturing and distribution in Palmerston North, Christchurch and Ashburton, with our commercial head office based in Auckland.  

With an ongoing focus on supply chain excellence, Iplex Pipelines are looking for a National Logistics Manager based in our Palmerston North office. Reporting to our National Operations Manager, this role oversees logistics and yard operations across three key locations and provides leadership, and customer leading delivery services to our supply chain operations.  You will manage the inwards goods warehouses, logistics operations and ensure smooth coordination between manufacturing, imports, and yard distribution. 

Specific responsibilities of the role will include but not limited to;
  • Team leadership and development and implementation of driving continuous improvement and best practice within the warehouse and logistics operations.
  • Champion and lead the SAP raw materials and finished goods traceability project enhancements. 
  • Building and maintaining relationships with freight providers to ensure quality and cost-efficient service delivery.
  • Manage the budget, forecasts and negotiation, implementation and maintenance of supply agreements with emphasis beneficial outcomes.
  • Oversee 3rd party logistics providers, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring service KPIs are met. 
  • Ensure all import activities fully comply with MPI standards, with accurate documentation and regulatory requirements consistently maintained.
To hit the ground running you’ll have;
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a logistics management role.
  • Ability to understand the operational complexities including the handling of finished goods, imported materials, and the processes involved at the various sites and products supplied by manufacturing.
  • Strong operational knowledge in a manufacturing or logistics environment.
  • Proven leadership experience with a focus on team development and retention.
  • Experience managing freight contracts and logistics processes.
  • Project management experience in the design and delivery of a range of organisational projects, particularly in systems and process improvement.
  • Tertiary qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
  • An MPI Certification would be advantageous.

On Offer
In return, we offer a supportive working environment with a great career platform, a competitive package and an impressive employee benefits programme. You’ll be joining a well-respected business offering opportunities for career advancement and a range of benefits and that come with being part of the Fletcher Group.

If this sounds like you, please click ‘Apply Now

Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.