We have an exciting chance 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.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.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.This role can be located in QLD, NSW or VICWhat you'll be doingLeading the performance of Blackwoods' national distribution network to achieve safety, service, productivity, inventory and financial targetsExecuting distribution strategy and network optimisation initiatives to support future business growthDriving continuous improvement programs, operational standardisation and Lean methodologies across the networkLeading major transformation projects, including automation, systems enhancements and capital investment initiativesBuilding and developing high-performing teams through coaching, succession planning and talent developmentPartnering closely with Supply Chain, Sales, Procurement, Customer Service and Technology teams to improve end-to-end customer outcomesSupporting the growth of customer supply chain solutions and value-added service offeringsChampioning a strong safety culture and ensuring all operations are conducted safely and responsiblyAbout youYou 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.We're looking for someone who:Has extensive leadership experience within distribution, logistics, fulfilment or large-scale multi site operational environmentsHas successfully led medium - large operational teams through change, transformation and continuous improvement initiativesBrings strong commercial acumen and can confidently manage budgets, performance metrics and business outcomesHas experience delivering major projects such as automation, systems implementations or operational optimisation programsBuilds credibility through strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaborationLeads with humility, accountability and a people-first mindsetIs passionate about developing high-performing teams and creating strong succession pipelinesDemonstrates a genuine commitment to safety and operational excellenceCompetitiveincentives &Wesfarmers; share plansExclusive Perks:Team Memberdiscount cardforKmart, Bunnings, Target & Officeworks &Wesfarmers; discountedoffersfrom over 400 retail partnersContinuoustraining and career developmentopportunitiesTeam events, celebrations,awardrecognition and prizesEmployee Assistance Program:wellbeingsupportfor you and your immediate family-coveringcounselling, coaching, financial advice, legal guidance, nutritionalservices, & more!
Refer-A-Friend program–earn up to $2,000 for each referral!
Ability topurchase up to 4 weeks' additional annual leaveGenerouspaid parental leavepolicyFreeonsite parkingand more!
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).
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 (Melbourne)
🏢 Blackwoods
📍 Melbourne