Operations Lead

Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 180 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

About the opportunity

Elders has invested $25 million to establish a world-first, wool handling business and is looking for a warehouse supervisor to provide hands-on support to the Operations Manager in our newly built, state-of-the-art, warehouse.

Day to day, you will be integral in overseeing warehouse operations to ensure workflow is performed safely and efficiently to maximise throughput and ensure a seamless experience for our customers.

This is a newly created full-time, permanent position and would suit an experienced, team player who is solutions-focused and promotes a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all warehouse activities, including receiving, processing, storing and dispatch
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of bales to meet volume targets
• Maintain inventory accuracy and conduct audits as required
• Coach and mentor warehouse staff to optimise performance and foster a positive culture that embraces continuous improvement
• Prepare reports and review data to track key performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Resolve issues or discrepancies that arise in the workflow of the warehouse
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure seamless operations

About you

• Extensive experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team and promote a positive culture
• Solid understanding of warehouse processes and inventory management
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and other relevant software
• Forklift licence is essential
• Experience operating AGV's would be an advantage
• Knowledge of the wool industry would be an advantage but not essential

About Elders

Elders is proud to be the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We're part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia's history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture.

The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it's part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, Elders is... for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information email *******@elders.com.au

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.