Warehouse & Distribution Manager

Join Donaghys - A Proud Kiwi Success Story, 149 Years in the Making!

Location: Dunedin, New Zealand

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

At Donaghys, we're a proud New Zealand company with a global reach, innovating across agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, and manufacturing. Our story began with ropes, but today we're at the forefront of providing world-class solutions for the farming and industrial sectors, driven by a culture of innovation and excellence.

We're 100% Kiwi-owned and operated, and for nearly 150 years, our people have been at the heart of our success — talented individuals who understand customer needs and deliver practical, game-changing solutions. That's the Donaghys difference.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to lead our warehouse and distribution operations in Dunedin. This is a full-time, permanent role, perfect for someone who takes pride in building strong teams, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

As Warehouse Manager, you'll oversee the smooth flow of goods from receipt to dispatch (both local and export), ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and work closely with production and customer service teams to support business needs.

If you're organised, hands-on, and passionate about leading people and driving improvement, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a small warehouse team to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Coordinate inwards and outwards goods, inventory control, and dispatch activities.
• Maintain compliance with MPI and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure safe and effective storage, handling, and distribution of products.
• Monitor and optimise warehouse processes to achieve operational targets.
• Work collaboratively with production, planning, and customer service teams.
• Maintain accurate stock records and reporting.
• Drive a culture of health and safety, continuous improvement, and team engagement.

About You

You are a team leader who thrives in a busy environment and loves creating organised, efficient systems. You bring warehouse experience, strong people management skills, and a proactive, can-do attitude. Most importantly, you're committed to delivering excellent service to both internal and external customers.

Key Attributes We Value:

• Proven experience in warehouse or distribution management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a team.
• Good knowledge of inventory management systems and practices.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Forklift licence .
• MPI experience (an advantage but not essential).

• Be part of a proud legacy with nearly 150 years of innovation and success.
• Stable, full-time role with a great team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Based in Dunedin — a fantastic city with a strong community spirit and an unbeatable lifestyle.

The Site & Development Manager, Donaghys Limited, Email: gmo@donaghys.co.nz