Job Description

This is a significant opportunity to take full ownership and drive the optimisation of a warehouse function. A prominent Adelaide-based leader in the specialist manufacturing and engineering sector is seeking an experienced, hands-on Warehouse Manager or Supervisor to take full responsibility for its stores and logistics operations.

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Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing, reviewing, and improving all aspects of the warehouse. This is a critical role that requires a high-calibre, organised, and proactive leader who can manage and refine robust systems to support the company's production and operational teams.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Warehouse Management: Take full ownership of the warehouse layout, organisation, and optimisation, including racking, bin locations, and process flows.
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- Inventory Management: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive inventory control system (WMS/ERP) for all spare parts, raw materials, and finished goods.
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- Operations: Manage all day-to-day warehouse functions, including goods receiving, quality/quantity inspection, secure storage, and timely picking/kitting for production.
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- Stock Control: Lead all inventory management activities, including regular cycle counts, full stocktakes, and variance investigations to ensure system accuracy.
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- Stakeholder Management: Act as the key point of contact for logistics, confidently managing suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams (like production and procurement) to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any discrepancies.
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- Compliance & Safety:



Champion a safety-first culture and ensure all warehouse operations comply with WHS policies and procedures.
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will be a seasoned logistics professional who is not afraid to be hands-on. You thrive on managing systems and bringing order to a dynamic environment.

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- A minimum of 5 years' experience in warehouse management or a senior supervisory role.
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- Proven background in a logistics, manufacturing, or engineering workplace.
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- Demonstrated success in managing and optimising warehouse systems, processes, and procedures (experience in process implementation is highly advantageous).
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- Strong proficiency with inventory management software (ERP/WMS).
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- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence and experience to be firm with suppliers and manage internal expectations.
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- A high degree of organisation and meticulous attention to detail.
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- A valid Australian Driver's Licence.
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Highly Desirable

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- Previous experience or exposure to purchasing and procurement functions.
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Mandatory Requirement

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Due to the nature of the industry and project requirements, applicants MUST be an Australian Citizen to be eligible for this position.

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What's on Offer

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- A highly competitive salary package for the right candidate.
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- A rare opportunity to take full ownership of the warehouse function and make it your own.
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- A permanent, full-time role with a secure and growing Adelaide-based company.
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If you are a hands-on leader ready to take on a challenging and rewarding new role, this is the position for you.

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📌 Warehouse Manager / Supervisor (South Australia)
🏢 ProFound People
📍 South Australia