Warehouse Manager
Job No:
65052
Location:
Melbourne, VIC
- Bring your warehouse management experience to one of Australia's leading wine companies
- Great company culture and office conveniently located close to Melbourne's CBD
- Access to company vehicle and wine allowance
About the Organisation
Samuel Smith & Son services the Australian liquor industry with a blue chip portfolio of national and international wines, spirits and premium ales. Samuel Smith & Son embraces and promotes a philosophy of knowledge, service and friendship.
Established in 1923, renowned wine experts Samuel Smith & Son have offices in each mainland capital city, as well as a national sales office in Adelaide and a presence in Tasmania, Far North Queensland, the Northern Territory and Canberra.
"Our commitment to being recognised as the most respected merchant of fine wines, select whisky and superior ales remains absolute." - Robert Hill Smith
About the Opportunity
Samuel Smith & Son has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and energetic Warehouse Manager to lead their Melbourne team.
As the Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing staff, and managing and controlling operating warehouse expenses. You will ensure logistic service standards are aligned with company service goals, and provide problem solving for clients and staff. Constantly reviewing the freight model, you will be responsible for performing regional freight analysis, reducing costs and minimising courier impact.
Some of your daily responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
- Managing warehouse workflow;
- Ensuring a safe workplace for all staff;
- Managing staff workflow and efficiencies;
- Daily evaluation of stock levels;
- Solving warehouse queries related to external customers; and
- Managing stock and POS quantities and requirements.
Samuel Smith & Son is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic leader who is open to progressive efficient solutions. It is key that the new Warehouse Manager is adaptable to change. Through creativity and innovation there is flexibility to improve and maximise operational workflow efficiencies. Your experience in a service based business, particularly in process review and compliance, will allow you to achieve this goal.
Proven experience in people management will also be required, as you will need to be able to manage, support, encourage and inspire a small, close-knit team on a daily basis. Although you will not typically be liaising with external customers, you will need strong communication skills in order to collaborate with colleagues and convey your thoughts and ideas clearly to your team.
About the Benefits
Samuel Smith & Son is committed to professional growth and development and will give you the opportunity to take charge and lead a talented, professional team.
You'll enjoy working in a high energy, open work space in the heart of Footscray, just 6km from Melbourne's CBD!
In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a company vehicle and access to a generous wine allowance! Not only does this amazing opportunity offer you generous rewards, but also the chance to become part of one of Australia's most respected names in wine.
Share your passion for fine wines with Australia's oldest family owned Wine Distribution business - Apply now!
Please Note: Interviews will be taking place shortly, so don't hesitate to apply!