We're looking for an experienced Supply and Distribution Manager to take ownership of our wholesale distribution — from sourcing trusted partners through to storage, inventory control and outward distribution.
You'll balance cost efficiency with service reliability, ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time, while leading a team responsible for delivering it.
This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to someone who thrives on both strategic planning and day‐to‐day operational control.
Key Responsibilities
Determine, implement and monitor storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans
Prepare and implement plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
Negotiate contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
Monitor and review storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
Operate recording systems to track all movements of supplies and finished goods, ensuring receipting and re‐stocking occur at optimal times
Liaise with other departments and customers regarding requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding/transportation arrangements
Oversee the accurate recording of receipting, storage and distribution transactions
Direct staff activities, set performance expectations and monitor team performance through tracking of KPI's.
Ensure the timely provision of products and services to meet customer and client requirements
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cost, waste and lead times
Ensure compliance with relevant workplace health and safety, and regulatory requirements across warehousing and logistics operations
Manage relationships with key suppliers, freight and logistics partners
Report on stock levels and budget variances to senior management
About You
Proven experience in a supply chain,, distribution or logistics management role
Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing supplier contracts and relationships
Solid understanding of inventory management and stock control systems (ERP/WMS experience highly regarded)
Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience directing and developing a team
Solid analytical and problem-solving ability, with a focus on cost control and efficiency
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable liaising across departments and with external customers
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Relevant qualification in supply chain management, logistics, business or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)
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📌 Supply And Distribution Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Wilson Fishing
📍 Queensland
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