Assistant Warehouse Manager

Cheese Culture is a national cheese importing & distribution company looking for a dynamic person who can bring experience to our Adelaide Airport based Warehouse & Logistics team. As we continue to grow so does our need for skilled, motivated and energetic staff.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Warehouse Manager who is seeking a rewarding, long term and permanent role in a growing company.

We are seeking a positive, motivated person with previous warehouse leadership experience to lead the team and ensure that the warehouse operates smoothly and efficiently.

You will be required to assist with the management of the warehouse & logistics operations, whilst supporting a team of warehouse staff - ensuring delivery of products to our customers. A tight inventory control in a highly seasonal, fast moving consumer goods warehousing & coldroom environment will need to be maintained. You will optimise the efficiency of the warehouse while ensuring adherence to regulations, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support ‘Best Practice’ warehouse and site management systems that optimise stock movement and warehouse layout
• Assist the Warehouse Manager with planning and directing all phases of product distribution
• Delegating & planning the assignment of work to ensure the efficient use of personnel and equipment
• Evaluating and recommending shipping deadlines and taking corrective action as required to meet objectives
• Recommending changes in distribution techniques and practices where necessary
• Developing and recommending improvements in warehouse practices to promote efficiency, faster service and lower costs.
• Manage and promote company QA and WHS
• Ensure the efficient and prompt receipt of all inbound shipments to ensure that all stock is available as quickly as possible
• Coordinate stock transfers across Australia
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Inventory Control including maintaining stock control, controlled storage and handling and regular stocktaking
• Facilitate and streamline warehouse processes, safety and systems
• Ensure compliance with all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintaining both external (Customer) and internal working relationships
• Manage staff training requirements
• Maintenance of property plant and equipment

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role
• Proven experience introducing and delivering new systems and procedures that promote continuous improvement
• Forklift Licence and high reach experience
• Exceptional people leadership and business management skills
• Good time management skills
• High level attention to detail
• Drivers Licence
• Excellent written, verbal, negotiation and all-round interpersonal skills.

What we offer:

• An evolving and growth business where your input and expertise are valued
• Growth and development opportunities including expansion of your knowledge of cheese with regular cheese tastings!

Thank you in advance for your application.

Please note only successful applicants will be contacted.