Forecasting and Logistics Manager (Maternity Cover)

Since 2004, Highgrove Bathrooms has been supplying Australians with the highest quality bathroom, kitchen, laundry products and fittings. This is why we continue to be a trusted brand amongst tradesmen, builders, developers, interior designers and DIY renovators.

Join the team for a period of 12-14 months while the current team member is on maternity leave. Your primary responsibility is to manage the supply chain and Logistics function. You will assist in the management of the operational relationship with key external Logistics service providers across warehousing, transport and import & export operations as well as being accountable for the delivery of key operational, cost and inventory KPIs.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work with designer bathroom products and fittings
• On the job training
• Staff discount on product
• Immediate start

The Opportunity:

• Managing levels of stock, delivery times, and delivery costs
• Managing direct store orders for product
• Coordinating and controlling the order cycle of deliveries and ensuring that they’re in the right place, at the right time
• Communication to stores in relation to stock fulfilment
• Liaise with stores in relation to stock and container queries
• Evaluating the quality of the performance of previous deliveries and assessing how they can be improved
• Managing resources in the supply chain, evaluating whether they are effective, and coming up with solutions if needed
• Supervising, managing, and training employees on the logistics team
• Inventory management ensuring accuracy of stock eg. Stocktake, negative stock, stock adjustments and allocations for stores
• Manage stock lists; including new products codes, categories, obsolete and run-out stock
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints
• Maintain metrics and analyse data to assess performance and implement improvements

Skills & Experience:

• Proven working experience in Forecasting and Logistics
• Record of successful distribution and Logistics management
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Proficient in standard logistics software
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Degree in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain

Other Benefits Include:

• Unlimited access to the GO1 learning platform
• Discounts with hundreds of retailers through our HRIS platform
• 24/7 mental health and wellness support through Sonder

This role requires a reliable, motivated individual who works well within a small team. If this is you hit the apply button now.

Due to the expected high number of applicants only successful candidates will be notified.

Applicants who reach the final stage of consideration for this position will be required to authorise a criminal history check. It's important to emphasise that individuals with a criminal history are not automatically disqualified from applying for this position. Each application will be assessed based on its individual merits

Applications close: 6 April 2024