Distribution Centre Manager
CV-LibraryPerth, Perth and KinrosspermanentPosted: 6 May 2026
Apply NowLooking for a Distribution Centre Manager or Senior Operations Manager to join a growing business. The role reports directly to the Operations Director and is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence across multiple functions:
* Transport & Warehouse
* Customer Service
* Quality
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the overall performance of the site
* Lead a culture of continuous improvement, embedding transformation initiatives and securing team engagement and commitment.
* Drive a strong customer-focused approach
* Lead and coach teams, fostering a high-performance culture and elevating standards in behaviour and performance
* Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent, secure, and timely deliveries.
* Utilise data and analytics to inform decision-making and enhance operational performance.
Experience:
* At least 5 years' management experience in an FMCG distribution environment, with a clear understanding of operational excellence.
* Evidence of experience in leading organisational transformation and driving continuous improvement initiatives
* Customer and solution-focused experience
* Knowledge of safety standards and the ability to promote a safety-first culture.
* Strong analytical skills with critical thinking and a strategic outlook
Personal qualities:
* Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and develop teams and individuals
* Resilient and robust, able to work effectively under pressure and adapt to change.
* Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering results quickly and effectively.
* Evidence of driving improvement and delivering transformation
Opportunities:
* Highly visible senior leadership role in a large-scale distribution centre.
* Lead major improvements that elevate customer service, safety, and operational standards.
* Contribute to a culture of growth, innovation, and excellence within the organisation
* Transport & Warehouse
* Customer Service
* Quality
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the overall performance of the site
* Lead a culture of continuous improvement, embedding transformation initiatives and securing team engagement and commitment.
* Drive a strong customer-focused approach
* Lead and coach teams, fostering a high-performance culture and elevating standards in behaviour and performance
* Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent, secure, and timely deliveries.
* Utilise data and analytics to inform decision-making and enhance operational performance.
Experience:
* At least 5 years' management experience in an FMCG distribution environment, with a clear understanding of operational excellence.
* Evidence of experience in leading organisational transformation and driving continuous improvement initiatives
* Customer and solution-focused experience
* Knowledge of safety standards and the ability to promote a safety-first culture.
* Strong analytical skills with critical thinking and a strategic outlook
Personal qualities:
* Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and develop teams and individuals
* Resilient and robust, able to work effectively under pressure and adapt to change.
* Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering results quickly and effectively.
* Evidence of driving improvement and delivering transformation
Opportunities:
* Highly visible senior leadership role in a large-scale distribution centre.
* Lead major improvements that elevate customer service, safety, and operational standards.
* Contribute to a culture of growth, innovation, and excellence within the organisation