Lead the full Distribution Centre operation for our purpose-led, B Corp certified fashion business
Drive performance across Wholesale, Retail and eCommerce distribution
Build and develop a collaborative, capable and high-performing DC team
Shape operational improvement, inventory accuracy, safety and exceptional customer experience
Full-time, Monday to Friday, on site in Reservoir, Melbourne
About The Role
We're looking for an experienced, people-focused Distribution Centre Manager to lead the end-to-end performance of our Distribution Centre. You'll oversee the secure, accurate and efficient movement of inventory across eCommerce, Wholesale and Retail, bringing together people, process, systems and data to deliver exceptional service and strong commercial outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading day-to-day operations across receiving, storage, replenishment, picking, packing and dispatch
Driving fulfilment accuracy, DIFOT, productivity, capacity and service performance across all channels
Leading, coaching and developing an engaged, accountable and high-performing DC team
Maintaining inventory integrity through strong receipting, putaway, cycle count and stocktake controls
Optimising stock flow, warehouse layout, systems, labour and resources to meet seasonal demand
Managing freight, suppliers, operating costs and relevant budgets
Championing workplace safety, compliance, housekeeping and proactive risk management
Using operational data, creative, solution based thinking and continuous improvement methods to improve customer experience, cost and sustainability outcomes
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday,



on-site leadership role based in our Reservoir Distribution Centre.
What We'll Love About You
You are a commercially minded and hands-on operational leader who creates clarity, builds team capability and enjoys making complex, fast-moving operations work better.
At least five years' experience leading a Distribution Centre, warehouse or fulfilment operation in a retail, wholesale, eCommerce or multi-channel environment (eCommerce highly regarded)
Demonstrated success leading, developing and engaging operational teams
Strong knowledge of inventory management, distribution, fulfilment and freight operations
Experience driving change, implementing systems and embedding improved ways of working
Confidence managing budgets, suppliers and external service providers
Strong data and systems capability, including Excel, WMS, inventory and fulfilment platforms
A solutions-focused approach with strong planning, prioritisation and stakeholder management skills
A genuine commitment to customer experience, safety, teamwork and continuous improvement
In Return, We Offer
Salary and benefits aligned to your experience
Supportive, collaborative and people-first culture
Opportunity to participate in the ELK Incentive Plan, which shares 20% of annual net profit across the permanent team
Up to 60% employee discount on ELK products and a 50% discount for nominated family and friends after six months
Genuine commitment to work-life balance, connection and wellbeing
Opportunity to lead a business-critical function and contribute to a certified B Corp and 1% for the Planet business committed to sustainability
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Distribution Centre (Dc) Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 ELK
📍 Melbourne