Make your mark on a brand-new, highly automated Distribution Centre as it moves from construction into operation. Joining well before go-live, you'll build your team and help shape commissioning, testing, training and operational readiness before leading the site through ramp-up and into business-as-usual. From there, you'll have ownership across safety, service, cost, inventory, people and automation, you'll establish a positive culture and strong performance foundations and then lead the DC to long-term success.
Please note: This role will initially be based at our Southbank, VIC Project Office. The role will Transition to Deer Park permanently in ****. A sustainable commute to Deer Park, VIC should be considered as part of your application for this role
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build a high-performing, values-led site team and cross-functional partner model
that strengthens automation reliability, operational resilience, continuous improvement and long-term network value.
Own
end-to-end ADC performance across safety, service, cost, quality, inventory, productivity, throughput, automation availability and customer outcomes.
Lead
operational readiness through workforce design, commissioning, ramp-up and stabilisation, delivering a controlled transition into business-as-usual operations.
Implement
the operating model and drive recruitment, organisational structure, workforce transition, training and standard of work required for a highly automated environment.
Drive
aligned performance by working closely with Manufacturing Operations, Engineering and Maintenance, IT/OT,



People & Corporate Affairs and Transport Network Operations to ensure sustained resilience of the network and service delivery through to our customers.
Strengthen
operational resilience through effective incident response, degraded-mode operations, recovery planning, continuous improvement and automation lifecycle planning.
ABOUT YOU:
People and values-focused leadership
with a track record of building high-performing teams, fostering a positive culture, strengthening engagement and accountability, and supporting strong retention.
Proven senior operational experience
in large-scale automated warehousing, logistics, manufacturing or comparable environments.
Robust stakeholder influence
and negotiation skills, with the ability to navigate complex operational, technical and partner relationships.
Commercial acumen
across P&L;, budgets, productivity, cost structures and benefit realisation.
Strategic thinking and sound judgement
, supported by data analysis, structured problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Technical knowledge
of automated material flow, throughput, availability, failure modes, recovery protocols and integrated warehouse systems.
WHY ASAHI BEVERAGES?
At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you will find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured and ambition is rewarded. If you are ready to toast your future, we are ready to meet you.
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📌 Automated Distribution Centre Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Asahi Beverages
📍 Melbourne