31 Jul
SC Johnson Australia & New Zealand
Lane Cove West
Logistics Operations Associate Manager, Full Time Position
Salary: $120,000-$130,000 + car allowance + superannuation
Location: 160 Epping Road Lane Cove West NSW 2066
SC Johnson & Son Pty Ltd is a trusted company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We proudly lead with purpose, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more across Australia and New Zealand. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.
About the Role:
The Associate Manager,
Logistics Operations – ANZ is responsible for overseeing and optimizing logistics operations across Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on warehouse management and secondary transportation.
This role ensures the delivery of exceptional customer service at the lowest operational cost while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
Acting as the key interface between SC Johnson and logistics service providers (LSPs), the role drives continuous improvement, cost-efficiency, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical acumen, and a deep understanding of Lean principles to support strategic distribution modelling and enhance logistics capabilities across the region.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (not limited to)
- Manage LSP(s)/3PL to meet budget and operational key performance indicators (KPIs). Lead regular performance reviews with 3PL partners and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Manage inbound and outbound logistics, inventory accuracy, and warehouse safety compliance
- Oversee day-to-day operations of 3PL-managed warehouses across Australia and New Zealand. Ensure compliance with local transport regulations and FMCG-specific handling requirements (e.g., temperature control, shelf-life).
- Deliver on budget expectations and identify cost-saving opportunities through sustainable continuous improvement without compromising service quality.
- Lead risk assessments and contingency planning for supply chain disruptions.
- Stakeholder management – Business, International transport team, Inventory team, Finance & Planning
- Deployment of global network modelling tools
- Route to market optimization
- Develop deep functional and sustainable capability in Operations
- Partner with Customer Supply Chain to ensure the business priorities are delivered in Logistics Operations
- Provide analysis,
insight and predictive measures into Logistics performance and business impact
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehouse operations and LSP management, preferably in FMCG and with 3PL management experience
- In-depth knowledge of demand and supply chain principles and 3PL/LSP management.
- Project management expertise
- Ability to build strong business partnerships and foster external collaboration
- Significant experience with Lean practices; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred
- Understanding of import/export logistics, freight forwarding, and dangerous goods regulations.
- Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan)
- Exceptional MS Excel skills
- Understanding of ANZ logistics regulations and market dynamics
What You’ll Get in Return:
SC Johnson’s is committed to providing a Great Place to Work for all its employees. Along with a competitive base salary, here are just some of the benefits you receive when joining the SC Johnson Family -
- Additional superannuation for permanent employees
- Additional day of leave to support community partnerships through our Give2Crew
- Real career development through ongoing training and mentoring
- Beautiful office location in Lane Cove
- Free onsite parking, gym, tennis court, full kitchen with breakfast supplies; all set on stunning national park acreage
- Subsidised fitness sessions, relaxation room with massage chair and EAP program
- Hugely discounted staff products
- Shindig Committee that put on regular events, lunches, parties, fun days
- Great Place to Work Certified
- Be a member of a company championing a better world through sustainability and environmental protection measures
Please note this role is not eligible for relocation support and candidates must have full working rights and be based in Sydney.
**No agency solicitation as we have this covered in-house**
Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Come join us and make an impact through iconic global brands. GO FURTHER WITH OUR FAMILY™
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