Warehouse Operations Manager
Experienced Warehouse Operations manager wanted for a cold storage facility in Hastings.
We are looking for an experienced and motivatedWarehouse Operations Managerto lead and support our team at our Hastings cold storage facility.
The objective of the role is to create growth for and maintain a first-class, public refrigerated warehouse operation, to retain and grow the business with customers by developing relationships to meet or exceed customer expectations on a consistent basis and to meet the expectations of the shareholders for growth and profitability.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and a safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee day-to-day operations of the business with direct reporting General Manager
- Gain a full understanding of the clients’ storage requirements to provide them appropriate personnel and scheduling with excellent customer service and ongoing improvement
- Prepare, organise and lead operations and cross function meetings weekly to promote the efficient running of the business
- Manage the implementation of computerised warehouse management system and integration of data for purposes of measurement reporting and seamless data availability across administrative, financial and operation functions
- Establish on-time service targets, cost-effective operational criteria and profitability
- Evaluate existing supervisory team members and provide appropriate developmental activity or replace as necessary
- Develop operational reporting package to measure performance to the budget
- Develop and monitor pricing for new business proposals
- Understand revenue drivers in the business and ensure proper and timely tracking and recognition of revenues
- Provide input to team members to improve quality of revenue streams
- Manage relationships with outside vendors for equipment, temporary labour, transportation, maintenance, other supplies and ensure competitive pricing at all times
- Ensure that monthly customer reviews are conducted to communicate performance and understand opportunities and action plans
- Minimum of 3 years’ verifiable and relevant work experience in warehouse operations or logistics management
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Sound knowledge of health and safety requirements in a warehouse environment
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems and MS Office applications
- Permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week)
- Competitive pay in the range of $40–$45 per hour, depending on skills and experience
- Opportunity to work with a supportive team in a dynamic environment
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.