AddressAt Bunnings, you’ll make a positive difference to our business and beyond.
Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites, and online, Bunnings caters for consumer and commercial customers.
By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work.
About the role:
As the DC Team Manager - Inventory, you will support the Distribution Centre located at Eastern Creek predominantly overseeing the inventory team. The inventory team is responsible for inventory accuracy, receipting of inbound goods and optimising stock flow across the DC.
Reporting to the DC Operations Manager, you will be responsible for day-to-day DC operations and leadership. As a member of the site leadership team, you will act as a driver of Bunnings' strong safety and customer-centric culture. You will liaise directly with our stores and other leaders in the warehouse to ensure we deliver the best experience.
What's involved:
- Lead, coach, mentor and train a team of direct and indirect reports, offering genuine care and living the Bunnings values
- Educate team on enhanced inventory controls or procedures
- Work with the site leadership team to ensure systems and inventory processes are optimised
- Forecast and roster the team (including labour hire) efficiently and effectively, managing wages and P&L reports
- Drive sites KPI’s, ensuring DIFOT/SIFOT metrics are communicated and monitored
- Drive safety performance within the DC, including reporting and investigating injuries and incidents
- Support and collaborate with the Distribution Centres leadership team and build strong relationships with your team and stakeholders both internal and external
Who we’re looking for:
In addition to your technical skills across warehousing and distribution, you will bring demonstrated people leadership skills. Your open commutation style and strong interpersonal skills will support you to building excellent relationships with both stakeholders and your team. You will be passionate about building a culture-based work environment with a strong commitment to excellent customer service.
You’ll need:
- Prior people leadership experience in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience managing a high volume of inventory within a large DC operation is highly desirable
- Ability to analyse data and understand reports
- A strong focus on driving safety culture
- Previous experience in managing rosters, salaries & wages
- Ability to coach and develop others, providing feedback and getting the best out of the team
- An ability to achieve results and standards by working with your team
You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.
There's so much on offer when you're part of our Bunnings team with benefits including:
Our flexible and informal work environment which helps bring balance between work and home.
Team discount at Bunnings, OnePass and with other Wesfarmers retailers including Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Catch.
Discounts from corporate partners (such as private health insurance, gyms, car rental) and cost price food and drinks at our Bunnings café.
12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender, annual flu vaccinations and health checks.
The opportunity to create a real difference in your local community and environment.
Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter.
Please note that if your application progresses to the reference check stage, you may be required to submit a police check. If your search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.
