Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded Head of Distribution Operations to lead our national distribution network and play a key role in shaping the future of our operations.

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This strategically important leadership role is responsible for the performance, optimisation and transformation of our national distribution network. Leading a team of Distribution Managers and Continuous Improvement professionals, you will drive safety, service, productivity and customer outcomes across multiple sites nationwide.

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This opportunity is ideally suited to a senior operations leader with a strong track record in operational excellence, combined with experience delivering strategic initiatives, network optimisation and large-scale transformation programs.

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This role can be located in QLD, NSW or VIC

What you'll be doing n

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- Leading the performance of Blackwoods' national distribution network to achieve safety, service, productivity, inventory and financial targets
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- Executing distribution strategy and network optimisation initiatives to support future business growth
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- Driving continuous improvement programs, operational standardisation and Lean methodologies across the network
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- Leading major transformation projects, including automation, systems enhancements and capital investment initiatives
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- Building and developing high-performing teams through coaching, succession planning and talent development
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- Partnering closely with Supply Chain, Sales, Procurement,



Customer Service and Technology teams to improve end-to-end customer outcomes
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- Supporting the growth of customer supply chain solutions and value-added service offerings
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- Championing a strong safety culture and ensuring all operations are conducted safely and responsibly
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About you n

You are an accomplished operations leader with significant experience managing complex distribution, fulfilment, supply chain or logistics environments. You understand how to balance operational execution with strategic thinking and have a proven track record of delivering business performance through people, projects and technology.

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- Has extensive leadership experience within distribution, logistics, fulfilment or large-scale multi site operational environments
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- Has successfully led medium - large operational teams through change, transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
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- Brings strong commercial acumen and can confidently manage budgets, performance metrics and business outcomes
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- Has experience delivering major projects such as automation, systems implementations or operational optimisation programs
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- Builds credibility through strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
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- Leads with humility, accountability and a people-first mindset
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- Is passionate about developing high-performing teams and creating robust succession pipelines
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- Demonstrates a genuine commitment to safety and operational excellence
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Why join us? nn
- Competitiveincentives &Wesfarmers; share plans
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- Exclusive Perks:Team Memberdiscount cardforKmart, Bunnings, Target & Officeworks &Wesfarmers; discountedoffersfrom over 400 retail partners
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- Continuoustraining and career developmentopportunities
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- Team events, celebrations,awardrecognition and prizes
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- Employee Assistance Program:wellbeingsupportfor you and your immediate family-coveringcounselling, coaching, financial advice, legal guidance, nutritionalservices, & more!
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- Refer-A-Friend program–earn up to $2,000 for each referral!
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- Ability topurchase up to 4 weeks’ additional annual leave
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- Generouspaid parental leavepolicy
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- Freeonsite parkingand more!
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As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you will be required to undertake background checks (which will include a pre-employment medical assessment involving drug & alcohol testing).

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Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.

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📌 Head of Distribution Operations (Brisbane)
🏢 LiveHire
📍 Brisbane