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Distribution Manager

Distribution Manager

VisySouth, Melbourne
18 days ago
Job description

Distribution Manager

Job no : 50023053

Work type : Full Time

Location : Melbourne - South

Distribution Manager – Visy Board

Location : Dandenong, VIC

At Visy, we want to shape the future. Together, we drive innovation, create sustainable solutions, and solve the problems that matter. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Distribution Manager to join our Visy Board team in Dandenong. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will manage all outbound freight and warehousing operations, with a focus on high service levels, safety and cost efficiency.

You will lead a team of supervisors, operators, and owner drivers, while working closely with scheduling, sales, production and external carriers. You’ll play a key role in ensuring DIFOT targets are met, inventory is well-managed, and distribution runs smoothly every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead warehouse and finished goods dispatch operations, including inventory control, stock movements, loading and delivery.
  • Manage a team including day and afternoon shift Dispatch Supervisors, and owner drivers.
  • Maintain DIFOT >

95%, ensuring high standards of customer delivery performance.

  • Drive compliance with OHSE, chain of responsibility and all operational legislation.
  • Maintain accurate stock levels including 3PL oversight and reporting.
  • Control operating costs to budget, track and report on distribution P&L items.
  • Work with procurement, finance and external vendors to ensure efficient freight and storage.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of purchase order processes.
  • Oversee asset and equipment condition, rental, and repair reporting.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement within the team.

    • What You Will Bring to the Team

  • Proven experience managing warehousing, transport or distribution in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong leadership and people management experience.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal communication.
  • Solid understanding of inventory systems and ERP platforms (SAP preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of COR, OHSE compliance and warehouse operations.
  • Ability to manage cost controls, budgeting and supplier performance.
  • Forklift license desirable.

    • What You’ll Love When You Join Us

  • Impact : A key leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume operation.
  • Development : Opportunities to grow within Visy’s logistics and operations network.
  • Stability : Join a well-established business with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Culture : Work with a motivated team focused on service and safety.

    • Ready to lead distribution in one of Visy’s major board sites? Apply now!

    You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria, which includes a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

    Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

    Advertised : 10 Apr 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

    Applications close :

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