Warehouse & Logistics Manager
Lead a fast‐paced FMCG warehouse managing premium dairy products.
Drive inventory accuracy, logistics performance and rapid product turnaround.
Carrum Downs location.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Warehouse & Logistics Manager to lead warehouse and logistics operations at our Carrum Downs site and across multiple third‐party logistics (3PL) partners.
This role requires a solid balance of operational oversight, system accuracy, and on‐floor leadership.
While hands‐on capability is significant, the focus will be on ensuring accurate and timely warehouse transactions, smooth end‐to‐end supply chain flow, and minimal downstream impact to Finance.
This is a fast‐paced operational environment where products have short shelf lives and customer service depends on rapid, accurate execution.
We are looking for a leader who thrives on urgency, can make sound decisions quickly, keeps the warehouse moving, and ensures product is received, picked and dispatched without unnecessary delays.
Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (flexibility required during peak periods)
Forklift licence: Required to support operations when needed
What Success Looks Like
Accurate and timely closure of warehouse and logistics transactions
Warehouse operations consistently support rapid product turnaround, minimising dwell time and ensuring fresh product reaches customers quickly.
Strong alignment between physical stock movements and ERP records
High levels of inventory accuracy across internal and 3PL warehouses
Improved Delivery in Full (DIF) performance driven by process discipline
Reduced supply chain disruption caused by delayed or incorrect system updates
Minimal finance reconciliation issues linked to inventory or order integrity
Controlled warehousing and logistics costs within agreed budgets
Key Responsibilities
Take end‐to‐end ownership of warehouse transactions, including order closure, inventory adjustments, write‐offs, and reconciliations
Drive a high‐performance warehouse culture that prioritises speed, accuracy and service without compromising safety or quality.




Ensure rapid turnaround of inbound product to outbound dispatch, particularly for short shelf‐life dairy products.
Ensure all receipting, dispatch, and stock movements are accurately reflected in ERP systems
Lead day‐to‐day warehouse operations, balancing system oversight with hands‐on involvement when it adds genuine operational value
Manage cycle counts, stocktakes, variance investigation, and root‐cause analysis
Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, including ASN compliance, pallet transfers, PODs and POPs
Monitor logistics and warehouse KPIs, including DIF and inventory accuracy, and implement sustainable improvements
Manage and coordinate inventory performance across 3PL warehouse partners, including ad‐hoc checks and issue escalation
Act as a key operational link between Warehouse, Supply Chain, and Finance, ensuring accurate information flow
Lead, coach, and develop the warehouse team against clear standards, processes, and expectations
About You
You are an experienced Warehouse & Logistics Manager who thrives in fast‐paced FMCG environments where urgency matters.
You understand that when products have a short shelf life, every delay impacts customers, inventory and business performance.
You balance speed with accuracy, making confident decisions while maintaining strong process discipline and system integrity.
Experience managing warehouse operations through ERP systems, with robust attention to transaction integrity
The ability to lead with urgency in a high‐volume warehouse where priorities can change quickly and rapid product turnaround is essential.
Comfort owning order closure, stock adjustments, write‐offs, and reconciliation activities




A clear understanding of how warehouse execution and data accuracy impact supply chain continuity and financial outcomes
The judgement to know when hands‐on involvement improves outcomes — and when system oversight is more critical
Experience in FMCG environments, involving chilled or short shelf‐life products
A calm, practical leadership style focused on process, consistency, and results
You are comfortable spending time desk‐based where required to ensure accuracy and control, while remaining engaged and visible to the operation when conditions demand it.
Skills & Experience
Proven success managing warehouse and logistics operations within a high-volume, fast‐paced FMCG environment, ideally involving chilled or short shelf‐life products.
Experience managing operations across multiple sites and/or 3PL providers
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in time‐critical operations with demanding customer service expectations.
Strong ERP experience; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central highly regarded
Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience
Demonstrated experience managing inventory adjustments and system reconciliations
Solid understanding of inbound and outbound logistics processes
Current forklift licence
Strong organisational, analytical, and problem‐solving capability
Transparent and effective communication skills
What You'll Get
An operational leadership role with genuine accountability and impact
The opportunity to lead a high‐performing warehouse team that already operates with pace and is ready for a leader who can take performance to the next level.
Close collaboration within Supply Chain and Finance teams
The opportunity to stabilise, improve, and scale warehousing and logistics operations
Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding FMCG business
A supportive leadership team that values disciplined execution and continuous improvement
ASD Group is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
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